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About the Role

This role is responsible for managing the construction project accounting department, ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions and financial reports. The Project Accounting Supervisor serves as a point of contact for company personnel, providing responses to questions, issue resolution, and financial information requests.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including managerial responsibilities over multiple project accountants
• Ensure timeliness and verify accuracy of the AIA application for payment process for the company’s portfolio of construction projects
• Provide guidance to project teams and accountants regarding protocol for lien waivers, stored materials, deposit logs, and where required, payroll reporting, local hiring, etc.
• Maintain functional and professional templates for internal and external use
• Internally audit project budgets, costs, and financial performance
• Spot-check applications for payment to ensure quality and consistency across all projects
• Work closely with project managers to ensure accurate cost reporting and forecasting
• Provide support to project accountants for complex accounting matters, client inquiries, and subcontractor inquiries
• Assist with month-end close processes related to project financials
• Support audits and ensure compliance with company and client requirements
• Directly process miscellaneous payables, including overhead payables and payables requiring allocation across multiple projects
• Provide expense report oversight and assist with processing and approvals
• Post job cost transactions entered by project accounting personnel
• Review and reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy
• Ensure timely payroll reporting to insurance carriers
• Assist with project budgeting and forecasting processes
• Provide training and guidance to accounting personnel
• Prepare financial analyses and reports for management review
• Periodically audit user permissions across various accounting and vendor platforms
• Prepare invoices for preconstruction, consulting, and other miscellaneous services
• Evaluate and improve all financial policies, controls and processes that will position for efficient and effective continued growth
• Evaluate opportunities for process improvement and implementation of best methods and practices
• Apply an advanced understanding of concepts, industry knowledge and technical capabilities
• Possesses in-depth technical or functional knowledge in area of expertise
• Undertake assignments outside the core skill set to expand expertise

Requirements

• BA/BS in accounting, finance, or a related field and 6 years minimum related construction accounting experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education for Project Accounting Supervisor
• BA/BS in accounting, finance, or a related field and 8 years minimum related construction accounting experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education for Project Accounting Manager
• Working knowledge of Textura and CMiC
• Knowledge of Procore would be beneficial
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and professional in communication
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Prior management experience
• Notary
• Sound technical skills (e.g., cost structures, job costing), good judgment and strong operational focus
• Hands-on experience with AIA applications for payment and related documentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Fluent in English
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective leadership and team management abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Focus on accounting deadlines
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively handle stress, pressures, and challenges
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Skills

• Textura
• CMiC
• Procore
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• AIA applications for payment
• Cost structures
• Job costing
• Leadership
• Team management
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Time management skills

Location

• US - New York, NY - 2 Park Ave

Work Type

• On-Site

Experience Level

• 6 years minimum related construction accounting experience
• 8 years minimum related construction accounting experience
• Prior management experience

Education Level

• BA/BS in accounting, finance, or a related field

Salary/Compensations

• USD 120000 - USD 190000 - yearly

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

About the Company

• At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
• With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
• We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
• AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
• You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

Equal Opportunity

• As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.