Senior Project Accountant

Neal Careers•Sarasota, FL

44d•Onsite

About The Position

Neal Communities is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Project Accountant to support the financial success of our land development projects through strategic financial management, reporting, and analysis. In this role, you’ll oversee job cost accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and construction draw processes for assigned land development projects. Working closely with project teams, lenders, and external partners, you’ll provide accurate financial insights, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and help drive the successful execution of high-quality communities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
General ledger experience
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, and their proper application to business transactions
Highly detail-oriented with good organizational skills
Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive data with discretion

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary accounting contact for assigned land development projects, overseeing all financial activity, ensuring alignment with company goals, and reporting standards
Manage and maintain comprehensive job cost records
Prepare, analyze, and interpret monthly financial statements for land projects and related entities, providing variance analysis and actionable insights to management
Lead preparation and processing of construction draw requests; coordinate with lenders, joint venture partners, and community development districts (CDDs) to ensure accuracy and timeliness
As assigned, prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Review and authorize purchase orders and contract setups, validating alignment with project budgets, reimbursement structures, and government or district requirements
Collaborate with land managers and project leadership to develop, monitor, and update project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow schedules
Prepare detailed supporting documentation for annual audits and serve as the point of contact for external auditors on land-related matters
Provide oversight for journal entries, check requests, deposits, and other financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established procedures
Identify process improvement opportunities within land accounting operations and recommend solutions to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities
Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned