Senior Accountant- Construction

Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Plainview, NY (On-site, 40 hours/week)
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $85,000-$90,000 + Annual Bonus

Position Summary
We’re looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to support the financial oversight of multiple construction projects. This role is responsible for monitoring project costs, managing contract billing, processing accounts payable, and ensuring accurate financial reporting throughout each project’s lifecycle. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and experienced in construction accounting environments.

Key Responsibilities of Senior Accountant

• Maintain project financial records, including budgets, commitments, costs, and forecasts

• Prepare detailed job cost reports and analyze variances for Project Managers

• Review subcontractor and vendor invoices for accuracy, compliance, and proper coding

• Manage AP processing for assigned projects, ensuring timely approvals and payments

• Prepare contract billings, requisitions, and supporting documentation as needed

• Submit required project financial documents through municipal or client portals and track payment progress

• Assist with bank reconciliations, union reporting, and monthly financial close tasks

• Match invoices with purchase orders, packing slips, and project documentation

• Enter and maintain all project accounting data in Sage 300 (Timberline)

• Prepare and update project-related Excel reports; support special financial projects

• Communicate with vendors and internal project teams regarding payment status and documentation needs

Qualifications of Senior Accountant

• 3–5 years of construction or project accounting experience required

• Strong proficiency with Sage 300 (Timberline) preferred

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to analyze financial data and support project leaders with insights

• Strong communication skills and comfort working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard office software
  
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  2026