Project Accountant
Salary: $80,000 – $100,000 + competitive benefits
Hybrid, role in Manhattan
Why You’ll Love This Role
Join a mission-driven, award-winning organization that’s making a real impact through socially responsible and environmentally sustainable work. This is more than just an accounting role—you’ll be part of a collaborative, purpose-led team shaping projects that positively affect communities.
You’ll work closely with leadership and project teams in a supportive, 45+ person office , where your contributions directly influence both financial performance and project success.
What sets this opportunity apart:
- Work for a firm deeply committed to sustainability, resilience, and community impact
- Partner directly with leadership and cross-functional teams
- Take ownership of project financials from start to finish
- Help improve processes and drive best practices across the organization
- Enjoy a hybrid schedule after onboarding for better work-life balance
What You’ll Do as the Project Accountant:
Project Accounting & Financial Oversight
- Own the full lifecycle of project accounting: budgeting, cost tracking, billing, and revenue recognition
- Maintain accurate financial records and track client-approved fees
- Set up and manage projects using percentage-of-completion and T&E methods
- Collaborate with project managers to align financials with project progress
- Support annual budgeting and forecasting efforts
Audit, Compliance & Controls
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain strong internal controls
- Partner with external auditors and support audit preparation
- Prepare financial statements and audit-ready documentation
- Perform reconciliations and support month-end/year-end close
Financial Operations & Reporting
- Manage general ledger activity, journal entries, and AP/AR oversight
- Handle daily cash management responsibilities
- Generate reports and provide insights to support decision-making
- Communicate with clients, consultants, and internal teams on financial matters
- Support additional accounting initiatives alongside the Controller
Qualification of Project Accountant:
- 4–6 years of project-based accounting experience (architecture, engineering, or construction preferred)
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, analysis, and accounting cycles
- Experience with reconciliations, general ledger management, and close processes
- Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance teams
The Bottom Line
If you’re looking for a role where your accounting expertise supports meaningful, high-impact work —and where you’ll have visibility, ownership, and growth—this is it.