At Schimenti Construction Company, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As Employee-Owners, 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 store or a complex commercial build, we’re focused on delivering exceptional results and best-in-class service for our clients. We’re proud to work with some of the world’s most prestigious brands, and in 2025, we were honored to be named East Coast Contractor of the Year by ENR. None of it happens without the team. That’s why we Build Different.

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Accountant for our Rye Brook, NY location. This is a fully in-office role reporting directly to the Finance Manager. The Senior 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 previous accounting experience with a general contractor or subcontractor
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a Project Accountant role
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
Procore, Timberline/Sage, and GC Pay experience a plus

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