Job Opening:

Construction Accountant Location:

Central Long Island, NY (Smithtown Area) —

On-Site Position Type:

Full-Time Compensation:

$65,000 - $85,000 / year (commensurate with experience)

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Match, Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Commercial real estate development and property management firm based on Long Island with a robust portfolio of medical, office, retail, and industrial properties.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Construction Accountant to join their centralized Finance & Accounting team. Reporting directly to the Assistant Controller, this role oversees project cost accounting across active ground-up developments and capital improvement projects. You will play a critical role in job-cost tracking, vendor payment workflows, budget variance analysis, and operational reporting to ensure projects remain on budget and financially compliant.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Cost Accounting:

Manage high-volume accounts payable for active construction and real estate development projects; ensure accurate coding and proper approvals.

Budget Tracking & Variance Analysis:

Maintain detailed job-cost ledgers, track budget changes, evaluate cost variances, and ensure proper documentation in alignment with internal controls.

Vendor & Contract Management:

Coordinate timely payments to general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors while resolving invoice disputes or discrepancies promptly.

Reconciliations & Reporting:

Assist leadership with monthly project reconciliations, work-in-progress (WIP) tracking, and custom financial reporting for executive reviews.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner closely with Project Managers, operational leaders, and external vendors to maintain seamless accounting workflows.

Special Projects:

Support the Assistant Controller and broader finance team with ad-hoc financial analysis and audit preparation as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field required.

Experience:

2+ years of accounting experience, ideally within commercial real estate, construction, or project-based accounting environments.

Technical Skills:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with real estate accounting platforms (e.g., MRI, Yardi, or similar ERP software) is highly preferred.

Core Competencies:

Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to prioritize multiple project deadlines in a dynamic setting.

Communication:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Compensation / Pay

Rate (Up to): $65,000.00 - $85,000.00