Overview
This Project Accountant role reports to the VP, Accounting & Financial Reporting and serves as the primary liaison between Accounting and the Finance, Development, Construction, and Operations teams.
Responsibilities
- Own project-level accounting for assigned projects, including reviewing and validating invoice coding and project allocation.
- Partner with Accounts Payable on invoice and payment support.
- Coordinate project financing (draw) packages as the accounting point of contact.
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Finance, Development, Construction, Operations, and Procurement to ensure accurate accounting and cost allocation across a multi-entity organization.
- Prepare and own monthly and quarterly project reconciliations, continuously improving processes, controls, and supporting documentation.
- Document and improve accounting processes and procedures to support organizational growth.
- Prepare internal and external project-level reporting.
- Support month-end close and financial audits, recommending procedural improvements to ensure accounting and reporting conform to generally accepted accounting principles.
- Perform other ad hoc duties as requested.
Requirements
- Degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience demonstrating an understanding of accounting practices and procedures.
- 2–4 years of general accounting experience.
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA preferred.
- Familiarity with Ramp, Expensify, Corpay, and/or Sage Intacct or similar platforms.
Key Attributes for Success
- Ability to take ownership, bring ideas to improve processes, and grow in a fast-moving environment.
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience working on multiple projects/developments simultaneously.
- Ability to adhere to monthly, quarterly, and annual department-driven deadlines.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively in a team environment and remain attentive to timelines.
- Commitment to confidentiality and integrity.