Project Accountant

BCCI•Poughkeepsie, NY

30d•$85,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Structure Tone, part of the STO Building Group is seeking a Project Accountant. This role is responsible for managing the financial aspects of assigned projects from initiation through completion. Working closely with Project Managers, Estimators, Finance, and the Lead Project Accountant, this role supports project profitability through effective cost management, budgeting, forecasting, billing, and financial reporting. The Project Accountant serves as a key business partner to the project team, ensuring financial accuracy, contract compliance, and timely reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

Effective communication and analytical skills.
3+ years of relevant experience.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.

Responsibilities

Monitor and track project budgets, costs and financial performance.
Analyze budget vs. actual project expenses.
Support project teams to develop Cost to Completion Forecasts and Billing Projections.
Ensure proper revenue recognition by monitoring actual cost against cost to complete forecasts.
Monitor Change Orders and other potential changes related to project budgets and project costs.
Audit potential change orders for accuracy and compliance.
Monitor sales tax compliance (if applicable).
Participate in project reviews with the project team.
Review client contracts for billing requirements, allowable markups, fee structure, retainage, waivers, tax requirements, shared savings.
Manage subcontractor progress billings and documents for compliance and timely submittal, utilizing Textura and CMiC.
Manage subcontractor payments.
Maintain billing contract format (G702, G703 format).
Prepare system generated client requisitions, including necessary backup.
Monitor accounts receivable and support collection efforts.