Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
A growing real estate and construction organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of development and construction projects. This position serves as a key partner to operations, project management, finance, and ownership, supporting both property-level and entity-level accounting activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle accounting for real estate and construction projects.
- Maintain general ledgers, intercompany activity, fixed assets, and month-end close processes.
- Track project costs, job cost ledgers, WIP schedules, budget-to-actual reporting, and cost-to-complete projections.
- Prepare owner draw packages and monitor funding with lenders, title companies, and other stakeholders.
- Review subcontractor pay applications, change orders, lien waivers, and supporting documentation.
- Perform bank reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, payroll administration, accounts receivable activities, and year-end 1099 reporting.
- Prepare financial reports for ownership and investors, including capital activity, debt service, and covenant tracking.
- Support annual financial statement preparation, tax workpapers, project billing, and invoice review.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through technology and AI-enabled tools
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3+ years of accounting experience within construction, real estate, development, or a related industry.
- Experience with job cost accounting, WIP/percentage-of-completion reporting, and draw administration.
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ideal Background
- Experience supporting construction projects from a financial and accounting perspective.
- Familiarity with lender reporting, draw packages, lien waivers, and subcontractor billing.
- Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Interest in leveraging technology and AI tools to improve accounting processes.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Generous paid time off and holidays
For immediate consideration, please reach out to Leigh Goings on LinkedIn!!