Senior Project Accountant at HARDESTY&HANOVER

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New York, NY H&H is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join our Accounting team in New York City. This position is responsible for all phases of the project life cycle, from collaborating with Project Managers during project setup to assisting with cost proposals and contract closeouts. The Senior Project Accountant also mentors new hires and contributes to professional growth within the department. H&H is a nationally recognized, full-service infrastructure engineering firm delivering innovative solutions that move communities forward. With more than 139 years of experience and over 600 professionals across 32 offices nationwide, we combine deep technical expertise with the agility of a privately owned firm. From planning and design through construction, we manage the full project life cycle while continually advancing our capabilities, strengthening our national presence, and investing in the people who power our growth. At H&H, you’ll join a firm that is building on its legacy by aligning expertise, expanding opportunity, and positioning itself for long-term, sustainable growth. Responsibilities • Partner with Project Managers to establish project budgets based on contractual provisions and request additional funding when necessary • Participate in project meetings and provide management with updates on project financials • Communicate project issues clearly to both accounting and non-accounting staff • Advise Project Managers on project financial status, contract modifications, and client invoicing requirements • Mentor junior Project Accounting staff and assist with training clients or subconsultants as needed • Lead departmental initiatives to automate high-volume or repetitive tasks • Post transaction entries as required to maintain accurate accounts receivable and payable records • Prepare invoice submissions for government and private clients with appropriate documentation and backup • Monitor project budgets throughout the life cycle and update budget changes in Deltek Vantagepoint • Manage project accounting and billing procedures for assigned branch offices • Respond to client requests for supplemental financial information or detailed backup documentation • Review unbilled costs and unpaid invoices monthly to maximize billing and collection opportunities • Review subconsultant invoice submissions for compliance with contract terms and budget limits • Support year-end and ad hoc audits by preparing schedules and documentation • Perform additional duties as assigned Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration • Three to six years of project accounting or billing experience, preferably in the engineering or architecture industry • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook • Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint preferred • Understanding of key project financial metrics, including profit and multiplier • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading and attention to detail • Professional demeanor and high level of integrity • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment Benefits Salary Range— $65,000- $90,000 annually. 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New York, NY
Partner with Project Managers to establish project budgets based on contractual provisions and request additional funding when necessary
Participate in project meetings and provide management with updates on project financials
Communicate project issues clearly to both accounting and non-accounting staff
Advise Project Managers on project financial status, contract modifications, and client invoicing requirements
Mentor junior Project Accounting staff and assist with training clients or subconsultants as needed
Lead departmental initiatives to automate high-volume or repetitive tasks
Post transaction entries as required to maintain accurate accounts receivable and payable records
Prepare invoice submissions for government and private clients with appropriate documentation and backup
Monitor project budgets throughout the life cycle and update budget changes in Deltek Vantagepoint
Manage project accounting and billing procedures for assigned branch offices
Respond to client requests for supplemental financial information or detailed backup documentation
Review unbilled costs and unpaid invoices monthly to maximize billing and collection opportunities
Review subconsultant invoice submissions for compliance with contract terms and budget limits
Support year-end and ad hoc audits by preparing schedules and documentation
Perform additional duties as assigned
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration
Three to six years of project accounting or billing experience, preferably in the engineering or architecture industry
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Understanding of key project financial metrics, including profit and multiplier
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading and attention to detail
Professional demeanor and high level of integrity

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Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint preferred

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401(K)