Project Accountant

About Coastal Engineering:

Coastal Engineering is a specialized marine construction firm delivering complex, high-quality waterfront and underwater infrastructure projects along the East Coast. Our capabilities include piers, bulkheads, dams, bridges, dredging, and other critical marine structures. We are driven by a commitment to innovation, safety, sustainability, and executional excellence.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Project Accountant to support Coastal Engineering’s project financial operations by maintaining accurate records, tracking project costs, and assisting with budgeting and reporting activities. This role helps establish strong accounting processes and works closely with our project managers, field teams, and leadership to ensure the financial success of ongoing marine, diving, and engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial management of projects, including cost tracking, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly revenue recognition.
• Establish, document, and maintain accounting processes and procedures specific to Coastal Engineering’s project-based work.
• Collaborate closely with project managers to support project financial reporting, compliance, and performance analysis.
• Review project budgets, monitor expenses, and assist with variance analysis and profitability assessment.
• Prepare and distribute routine project financial reports to project managers, leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Support billing activities, including contract compliance, progress billing, change orders, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor project costs to ensure accurate and timely recording of labor, equipment, subcontractor, and material expenses.
• Assist with project closeouts, internal audits, and the maintenance of financial controls related to project accounting.
• Utilize project accounting systems and tools to input, reconcile, and analyze financial data.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to accounting workflows and project financial management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally within engineering, construction, commercial diving, or other project-based industries.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing accounting processes and systems.
• Proficiency with project accounting platforms, preferably Unanet AE.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Highly organized with clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience working directly with project management, engineering, construction, or marine operations teams.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and train others on new procedures.
• Familiarity with contract billing requirements, change order workflows, and compliance documentation in an engineering or construction environment.

Schedule & Location

•  Must be able to commute to Greenwood Lake, NY 10925
•  Hybrid option may be considered after 6 months
• Job Type: Full-time

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Health insurance options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) or retirement savings options
• Optional Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office per week)
• Professional, team-oriented work environment

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help us make waves at Coastal Engineering, LLC!