Project Accountant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey
New Jersey's project accountant market is anchored by major construction, infrastructure, and pharmaceutical firms concentrated in Newark, Edison, and Parsippany. Companies like Turner Construction, Merck, and Johnson & Johnson regularly hire for these roles. The state's proximity to New York City and its active transit and development pipeline make it a consistent source of visa sponsorship opportunities for qualified candidates.
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Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S. Only 4% of commercial rooftops host solar today — we’re changing that, fast. Commercial rooftop solar is the fastest, smartest way to build new clean power — delivering megawatts of generation in months, not years, and powering America’s energy and future right where it’s needed most. By turning rooftops into local power plants, we’re reshaping how — and how fast — energy gets built in the U.S. Recognized as the #1 Distributed Generation Developer by New Project Media, the #1 National Commercial Rooftop Solar Developer by Solar Power World, and winner of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Grand Prize for Clean Energy, Solar Landscape is defining the future of energy generation in America. Headquartered in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Solar Landscape has offices in Chicago, Baltimore, and New York City and operates in over a dozen states nationwide. We move fast, solve hard problems, and take our work seriously — but never ourselves. We value clear thinking, accountability, and execution. At the same time, we’re collaborative by default, and believe the best work happens when people enjoy working together. Our team is made up of smart, grounded people who show up for each other — whether that’s troubleshooting a system design or catching up over lunch. If you’re looking to do meaningful work in a high-performance environment — and be part of the team reshaping how energy gets built in the U.S. — we’d love to meet you.
About The Role
Solar Landscape is seeking a Project Accountant to be responsible for financial oversight at the project level, with primary ownership of forecasted cost at completion (CAC/EAC) and budget integrity across assigned projects. This role partners directly with Project Managers (PMs) to develop, validate, and monitor cost forecasts on a monthly basis, while also acting as a financial control checkpoint to ensure disciplined budget adherence. The position sits at the intersection of project execution and finance, providing structured cost visibility, enforcing budget controls, and improving project-level financial predictability.
Responsibilities
- Cost at Completion (EAC/CAC) Ownership
- Own and maintain monthly Estimated/Anticipated Cost at Completion at the project level
- Partner with Project Managers to:
- Review committed costs, actuals, and pending exposures
- Identify forecast variances and risk areas
- Update cost projections based on scope changes and field intelligence
- Ensure forecast integrity through documented assumptions and variance explanations
- Escalate material risks or budget overruns with recommended mitigation strategies
- Budget Management & Entry
- Support project budget setup and changes within financial systems
- Validate that budgets are properly structured (cost codes, categories, contingencies)
- Monitor budget vs. actual vs. committed spend
- Identify discrepancies and coordinate corrective action with PMs and Finance
-
Maintain clean budget hygiene and audit-ready documentation
-
Budget Adherence & PM Support
- Serve as a financial partner to the PM team to maintain cost discipline
- Provide structured reporting on budgets vs actuals, committed costs, forecast variances
- Flag early warning indicators of budget overrun
-
Support PMs in corrective planning (reallocations, contingency usage, cost mitigation strategies)
-
Project Purchase Order Management
- Monitor PO issuance against approved budgets
- Ensure POs align to approved cost codes and budget limits, and that proper documentation and approvals are in place
- Identify and resolve open or stale commitments to maintain accurate committed cost reporting
- Partner with Procurement and PMs to improve PO discipline
- Monitor the aging of customer billings and follow up as required. Submit monthly reports on Accounts Receivable (A/R) Aging to management
- Review project Accounts Payable (A/P) to ensure correct coding and entry
- Process change orders, contracts, release of liens and subcontractor payment applications
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field
- 3-7+ years of experience in project accounting, cost management, construction finance, or project controls
- Strong understanding of:
- Budget development and tracking
- Cost forecasting (EAC/CAC methodologies)
- Commitment accounting
- PO lifecycle management
- Advanced Excel proficiency; ERP/project accounting system experience preferred
- Ability to work cross-functionally with project teams and finance
- Strong analytical, documentation, and process discipline skills
Key Competencies
- Forecasting rigor
- Financial controls orientation
- Detail oriented
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Project costing & accounting best practices
Performance Outcomes
Success in this role will be measured by:
- Accuracy and reliability of monthly cost-at-completion forecasts
- Reduction in budget overruns due to improved early detection
- Clean PO lifecycle management (minimal stale commitments)
- Improved adherence to budget approval controls
- Increased financial visibility for PM leadership and Finance
Benefits And Perks
We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:
- Training / Professional development opportunities
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Summer Fridays
- Flexible remote/hybrid work options
- Paid parental leave
- Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
- Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Salary will vary depending on your location and job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.
About us
Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S. Only 4% of commercial rooftops host solar today — we’re changing that, fast. Commercial rooftop solar is the fastest, smartest way to build new clean power — delivering megawatts of generation in months, not years, and powering America’s energy and future right where it’s needed most. By turning rooftops into local power plants, we’re reshaping how — and how fast — energy gets built in the U.S. Recognized as the #1 Distributed Generation Developer by New Project Media, the #1 National Commercial Rooftop Solar Developer by Solar Power World, and winner of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Grand Prize for Clean Energy, Solar Landscape is defining the future of energy generation in America. Headquartered in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Solar Landscape has offices in Chicago, Baltimore, and New York City and operates in over a dozen states nationwide. We move fast, solve hard problems, and take our work seriously — but never ourselves. We value clear thinking, accountability, and execution. At the same time, we’re collaborative by default, and believe the best work happens when people enjoy working together. Our team is made up of smart, grounded people who show up for each other — whether that’s troubleshooting a system design or catching up over lunch. If you’re looking to do meaningful work in a high-performance environment — and be part of the team reshaping how energy gets built in the U.S. — we’d love to meet you.
About The Role
Solar Landscape is seeking a Project Accountant to be responsible for financial oversight at the project level, with primary ownership of forecasted cost at completion (CAC/EAC) and budget integrity across assigned projects. This role partners directly with Project Managers (PMs) to develop, validate, and monitor cost forecasts on a monthly basis, while also acting as a financial control checkpoint to ensure disciplined budget adherence. The position sits at the intersection of project execution and finance, providing structured cost visibility, enforcing budget controls, and improving project-level financial predictability.
Responsibilities
- Cost at Completion (EAC/CAC) Ownership
- Own and maintain monthly Estimated/Anticipated Cost at Completion at the project level
- Partner with Project Managers to:
- Review committed costs, actuals, and pending exposures
- Identify forecast variances and risk areas
- Update cost projections based on scope changes and field intelligence
- Ensure forecast integrity through documented assumptions and variance explanations
- Escalate material risks or budget overruns with recommended mitigation strategies
- Budget Management & Entry
- Support project budget setup and changes within financial systems
- Validate that budgets are properly structured (cost codes, categories, contingencies)
- Monitor budget vs. actual vs. committed spend
- Identify discrepancies and coordinate corrective action with PMs and Finance
-
Maintain clean budget hygiene and audit-ready documentation
-
Budget Adherence & PM Support
- Serve as a financial partner to the PM team to maintain cost discipline
- Provide structured reporting on budgets vs actuals, committed costs, forecast variances
- Flag early warning indicators of budget overrun
-
Support PMs in corrective planning (reallocations, contingency usage, cost mitigation strategies)
-
Project Purchase Order Management
- Monitor PO issuance against approved budgets
- Ensure POs align to approved cost codes and budget limits, and that proper documentation and approvals are in place
- Identify and resolve open or stale commitments to maintain accurate committed cost reporting
- Partner with Procurement and PMs to improve PO discipline
- Monitor the aging of customer billings and follow up as required. Submit monthly reports on Accounts Receivable (A/R) Aging to management
- Review project Accounts Payable (A/P) to ensure correct coding and entry
- Process change orders, contracts, release of liens and subcontractor payment applications
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field
- 3-7+ years of experience in project accounting, cost management, construction finance, or project controls
- Strong understanding of:
- Budget development and tracking
- Cost forecasting (EAC/CAC methodologies)
- Commitment accounting
- PO lifecycle management
- Advanced Excel proficiency; ERP/project accounting system experience preferred
- Ability to work cross-functionally with project teams and finance
- Strong analytical, documentation, and process discipline skills
Key Competencies
- Forecasting rigor
- Financial controls orientation
- Detail oriented
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Project costing & accounting best practices
Performance Outcomes
Success in this role will be measured by:
- Accuracy and reliability of monthly cost-at-completion forecasts
- Reduction in budget overruns due to improved early detection
- Clean PO lifecycle management (minimal stale commitments)
- Improved adherence to budget approval controls
- Increased financial visibility for PM leadership and Finance
Benefits And Perks
We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:
- Training / Professional development opportunities
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Summer Fridays
- Flexible remote/hybrid work options
- Paid parental leave
- Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
- Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Salary will vary depending on your location and job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.
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Which companies sponsor visas for project accountants in New Jersey?
Large construction managers, engineering firms, and pharmaceutical companies have historically sponsored project accountants in New Jersey. Turner Construction, AECOM, and Skanska appear in Department of Labor LCA filings for accounting roles tied to project finance. Life sciences employers such as Merck, Johnson & Johnson, and Novo Nordisk in the Parsippany and New Brunswick corridor also hire project accountants and have established H-1B sponsorship programs.
Which visa types are most common for project accountant roles in New Jersey?
The H-1B is the most common visa for project accountants in New Jersey, as the role typically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, meeting the specialty occupation standard. TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying accounting roles under USMCA. Some candidates also transition from F-1 OPT, particularly those who studied at New Jersey universities such as Rutgers or NJIT.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most project accountant sponsorship jobs?
Newark sees strong demand due to its active commercial real estate and infrastructure development activity. Edison and Parsippany are significant hubs, largely driven by the pharmaceutical and professional services firms headquartered along the Route 1 and I-287 corridors. Princeton attracts project accountants connected to research-intensive employers. Cherry Hill and Mount Laurel in South Jersey also generate openings tied to regional construction and facilities management companies.
How to find project accountant visa sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically to roles where employers have indicated willingness to sponsor visas, so you can search project accountant positions in New Jersey without sorting through listings that exclude international candidates. The platform surfaces openings from construction, engineering, and pharmaceutical employers active in the state. Focusing your search on New Jersey's Route 1 corridor and Newark metro area will return the highest concentration of relevant sponsorship-eligible postings.
Are there any state-specific considerations for project accountants seeking sponsorship in New Jersey?
New Jersey's prevailing wage requirements under the H-1B program are set by the Department of Labor based on the specific county and job level, so project accountant roles in Bergen or Morris County may carry different wage thresholds than those in Salem County. The state's heavy concentration of federal and state infrastructure contracts also means many project accountant positions involve public sector work, where employers are generally experienced with the sponsorship process and maintain dedicated HR compliance teams.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored project accountant jobs in New Jersey?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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