What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant position at schimenticonstructioncompany?
At Schimenti Construction Company, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Over the past 25 years, we’ve built a team of dedicated, hard-working professionals who take pride in their work and in supporting one another. Whether it’s a flagship retail store or a complex commercial build, we’re focused on delivering exceptional results and best-in-class service for our clients. As employee-owners, we’re proud to work with some of the world’s most prestigious brands. In 2025, we were honored to be named East Coast Contractor of the Year by Engineering News Record (ENR). Teamwork, accountability, professionalism, consistently driving for results…that’s how we Build Different.
We are seeking a Project Accountant for our Rye Brook, NY location. This is a fully in-office role reporting directly to the Finance Manager. The Project Accountant’s primary responsibility is to support the project team regarding contract billings, payments, timely reports, closeout compliance, and any other duties related to assigned projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as a central point of communication between clients and internal team members
- Accounts Receivable - ensure that client billings are managed and processed in an efficient and timely manner
- Accounts Payable - ensure that subcontractor invoices are received, approved by necessary parties, and any discrepancies are identified and resolved
- Collect and track compliance documents
- Process payables with an accurate understanding of the sales-tax and use-tax requirements for the project
- Generate monthly reporting and data analysis relating to client projects
- Execute a proactive approach to project closeout
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Must have a minimum of 7 years of experience in a Project Accountant role
- Must have experience working for a General Contractor or Subcontractor
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or comparable professional experience
- Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge and comfortable with other MS Office products
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to build relationships with internal and external clients
- Ability to problem-solve and work independently to identify potential discrepancies
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage their time well on tight deadlines
- High level of professionalism, responsiveness, and confidentiality
- Team-player and ability to build relationships well across the organization and team
- Experience in the construction industry preferred
Technical Skills:
- Procore, Timberline/Sage, and GC Pay experience a plus
In addition, Schimenti provides a variety of comprehensive benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, enrollment in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a retirement savings plan, several paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).