Project Accountant

Redcom - Westfield, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Westfield, NJ

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Project Accountant at REDCOM Design & Construction is responsible for managing all aspects of project accounting activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting. This role requires a strong background in construction accounting and involves high-volume invoicing, account reconciliations, vendor management, and the automation of billing processes. The position is in-office and offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional results in the construction and architectural design industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage high volume invoicing, account reconciliations, vendor management & collections.
• Automate and enhance the billing process.
• Manage the AIA billing process, ensuring timely submission of payment applications.
• Record and categorize all project costs, including labor, materials, subcontractors, and overhead, to generate comprehensive job cost reports.
• Track and manage change orders, ensuring proper documentation and financial adjustments are made.
• Review all subcontractor and supplier lien waivers for accuracy.
• Manage vendor set-ups in Sage Intacct, through activating new vendors.
• Enter AIA owner invoices in Sage Intacct, as well as Procore.
• Take ownership to ensure all new projects are created in Sage Intacct.
• Assist project managers in maintaining all documentation related to subcontracts, purchase orders and change orders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 3+ years of project accounting experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of project accounting concepts and practices.
• Accounting experience in an architecture firm or construction firm preferred.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in Sage Intacct accounting software is a big plus.
• Working knowledge of Procore.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Willingness to embrace new technologies and strive for greater efficiencies through process or software implementations.

Benefits

• Collaborative work environment.
• Proximity to downtown shops and restaurants.