<p><strong>Construction Project Accountant- Waterbury</strong></p><p><strong>Reference ID: </strong>BR0013426227</p><p><strong>Contact:</strong> Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf com</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is a large and rapidly growing construction company, well known throughout Connecticut. Their success is built on strong partnerships, disciplined project management, and a commitment to delivering high-quality projects safely and on schedule. As they continue expanding, they are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated <strong>Project Accountant</strong> to join their finance team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The Project Accountant plays a key role in supporting the financial management of construction projects from initiation through completion. This position partners closely with project managers and operational teams to ensure accurate project costing, timely billing, and effective financial reporting. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor and manage financial performance of assigned construction projects.</li><li>Track project costs, commitments, and budgets to ensure financial accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and process client billings, including progress billings and change orders.</li><li>Maintain detailed project cost reports and job cost tracking.</li><li>Assist project managers with budget forecasting and financial analysis.</li><li>Review subcontractor invoices and ensure compliance with contract terms.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes related to project accounting.</li><li>Reconcile project accounts and investigate discrepancies.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client in <strong>Amherst, Massachusetts</strong> is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Grants and Contracts Administrator</strong> for a <strong>contract-to-permanent</strong> opportunity. This role is ideal for a professional with experience supporting the full lifecycle of grants and contracts administration, including proposal review, award setup, compliance monitoring, budgeting, and post-award management.</p><p>The successful candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage pre-award and/or post-award grants and contracts administration activities</li><li>Review proposals, budgets, and contract documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance</li><li>Monitor sponsored awards to ensure adherence to institutional, sponsor, and regulatory guidelines</li><li>Assist with award setup, modifications, invoicing, reporting, and closeout processes</li><li>Reconcile accounts and track expenditures against approved budgets</li><li>Provide guidance to internal teams regarding grant and contract policies and procedures</li><li>Prepare financial and administrative reports related to sponsored programs</li><li>Support audits and ensure documentation is complete and well maintained</li><li>Collaborate with principal investigators, finance teams, and other departments to resolve issues and maintain compliance</li></ul><p><br></p>