Project Accountant

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Project Accountant

Job Type: Full-TimeLocation: IPC Lydon, Avon, MA

Company Overview:IPC Lydon is a specialty mechanical service provider supporting the power generation, infrastructure, transportation, process, and industrial sectors across the United States. With a combination of experienced management and strong technical expertise, we pride ourselves on being a best-in-class partner for our clients.

We are seeking a Project Accountant to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in construction accounting and project financial management, with hands-on experience in AIA billing, Time and Materials (T&M) billing, certified payroll, and union benefits. This position plays a key role in supporting project managers, maintaining accurate cost tracking, and ensuring timely and accurate billing.

Primary Responsibilities:

Prepare, review, and submit AIA billing applications and Time & Materials (T&M) invoices, ensuring compliance with contract terms and client requirements.
Monitor and manage project financial performance by tracking costs, budgets, forecasts, and change orders in collaboration with Project Managers and field teams to ensure accuracy and profitability.
Perform monthly project reconciliations and assist with month-end closing activities.
Maintain accurate financial records within Viewpoint Construction Software, including project setup, budgets, and cost codes.
Support internal and external audits through organized recordkeeping and reporting.
Assist the Vice President of Accounting and the Project Management team with financial analysis, reporting, and ad-hoc accounting projects.

Cross-Training / Support Responsibilities:

Process and verify certified payroll submissions for prevailing wage projects in accordance with state and federal requirements.
Assist with union benefit reporting and compliance.
Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for project accounting, payroll, and compliance.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen internal controls.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum 3–5 years of accounting experience in the construction industry.
Demonstrated experience with AIA and T&M billing in a construction environment is required.
Working knowledge of the construction accounting software Viewpoint preferred.
Working knowledge of union benefits, certified payroll, and prevailing wage compliance strongly preferred.
Familiarity with GAAP, job cost accounting, and revenue recognition principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and lookups.
Strong analytical, attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Schedule & Benefits:

Schedule: Monday to Friday, In-OfficeSalary: $75,000 to $100,000

Benefits:

Medical insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (70% employer-paid premiums)
Dental coverage through Delta
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and sick time
Voluntary life insurance and long-term disability coverage

Equal Opportunity Employer

IPC Lydon is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees or job applicants based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, national origin, marital or family status, military service, veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family medical history, ancestry, citizenship, political affiliation, or any condition or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, or non-merit-based factors.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

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