Project Accountant

Description:

Our client, a respected real estate developer, is looking for a Project Accountant to manage the full cycle of accounting for both high- and low-rise developments. This position offers a competitive salary and provides the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring the financial position of the projects and recommending financing alternatives, calls for funds, and distributions

• Verifying and approving payments, journal entries, invoices, remittances, and lot sale transactions

• Reviewing monthly trial balances and costing reports

• Updating various tracking schedules for reporting and analysis

• Partnering with Financial Analysts to review proforma budgets, cash flow forecasts, and budget variance analyses

• Generating draw requests for financing and preparing monthly bank reporting packages

• Reviewing legal agreements for joint venture partnerships and interpreting financial statement impact

• Preparing year-end working papers, financial statements, and stub period reporting for select projects

• Driving continuous improvement and assisting with the documentation of company accounting processes

• Ensuring compliance with company and legislated safety policies and procedures

• Other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience in project accounting

• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, and advanced formulas)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• University degree or college diploma in accounting or financial management

• Development industry experience preferred

Working Conditions:

• Full-time, in-office role

• Competitive salary with benefits