Christopher Shaw
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Analytical Project Accountant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in budget management, financial analysis, and cost control strategies, ensuring projects remain within financial guidelines. Excel in teamwork, communication, and adaptability, leveraging these soft skills to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders for optimal financial decision-making.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager / Project Accountant
Petretti and Associates Construction and Design
Manhattan, NY
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed comprehensive financial oversight for construction projects, including budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, invoicing, and financial reporting
- Ensured adherence to GAAP and construction standards, collaborated with project teams, and offered strategic insights for cost control and profitability
- Supported project closeout with detailed reconciliations and closeout documentation
Construction Billing Manager
STV Incorporated
Manhattan, NY
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Led billing team, ensuring prompt and correct invoicing
- Managed compliance with New York School Construction Authority (NYCSA) guidelines, job cost management, and subcontractor payments
- Implemented billing process improvements and supported interdepartmental projects
Construction Project Accountant - Contract
Atlas Construction and Development
Manhattan, NY
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Focused on budget management, cost tracking, and invoice processing for compliance with contract terms
- Delivered financial reports and collaborated closely with project teams for financial oversight
Construction Project Accounting Manager
RXR Realty Construction and Development
Manhattan, NY
07.2016 - 04.2021
- Supervised project accounting team, managed budgeting, accounts management, and financial processes for 350+ projects
- Ensured accuracy of project-related cash flow, supported contract interpretation, and managed cost control for profitability
Sr. Project Accountant
Two Trees Management Co.
Brooklyn, NY
02.2014 - 07.2016
- Managed job costing, AIA billing, accounts payable, and draw schedules, ensuring financial accuracy and adherence to fiscal policies
- Collaborated with the Controller to support cash control
Project Accountant
Hudson Meridian Construction Group, LLC
Manhattan, NY
10.2011 - 01.2014
- Prepared financial reports, billing, and managed contract costs, budgets, and forecasting to check project expenditures and reporting
Project Accountant
Anlar Construction, LLC
Manhattan, NY
07.2003 - 10.2011
- Managed project billing, cost coding, budget control, and tracking against original estimates
- Aided in developing and supporting project budgets and financial processes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Information Technology
Kaplan University School of Business
01.2012
Skills
- Procore
- Timberline Sage 100/300
- Client AIA Billing
- DocuSign
- Replicon
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Accounts payable management
- Accounts receivable management
- Project close outs
- Job cost tracking
Affiliations
- NYPD auxiliary law enforcement
- U.S. Air Force Aux Chaplin Core
- National honor student societies
- Martial arts
- Boy Scouts of America Scout Master leadership
Timeline
Accounting Manager / Project Accountant
Petretti and Associates Construction and Design
03.2023 - 08.2024
Construction Billing Manager
STV Incorporated
10.2022 - 03.2023
Construction Project Accountant - Contract
Atlas Construction and Development
02.2022 - 10.2022
Construction Project Accounting Manager
RXR Realty Construction and Development
07.2016 - 04.2021
Sr. Project Accountant
Two Trees Management Co.
02.2014 - 07.2016
Project Accountant
Hudson Meridian Construction Group, LLC
10.2011 - 01.2014
Project Accountant
Anlar Construction, LLC
07.2003 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Information Technology
Kaplan University School of Business
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