Senior Accountant

GHJ•San Diego, CA

34d•$105,000 - $111,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Our client is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to support a growing real estate development portfolio. This highly visible role partners closely with development teams, leadership, auditors, lenders, and contractors to oversee project accounting from construction through completion. You'll play a key role in job cost accounting, construction draws, financial reporting, and strengthening accounting processes and internal controls.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong construction accounting and job cost accounting experience.
Solid understanding of the construction lifecycle and multi-entity project accounting.
Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Yardi, MIP/Abila, or similar accounting software is preferred.
Affordable housing or commercial real estate experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage job cost accounting and accounts payable for active development projects.
Maintain general ledgers, prepare journal entries, and capitalize construction costs.
Reconcile intercompany accounts across multiple project entities.
Prepare and review project trial balances and financial reconciliations.
Monitor project cash balances and support treasury activities.
Coordinate construction draws, funding requests, and project disbursements.
Lead year-end close activities and support external audits.
Partner with auditors on cost certifications, compliance reporting, and required documentation.
Review the work of Project Accountants and help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
Assist with developing accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.