Analyst - Cost Accountant

bridgeigp; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Insurance Benefits

401(k) Plan with company match up to 6

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bridge Investment Group is seeking a project cost accountant to support day-to-day accounting and administrative operations for real estate development and construction projects.

Assist leadership with timely information and analysis for contractors, prepare project cost entries, and help with monthly financial statements and lender/investor packages. Excellent Excel skills and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 1–2 years of real estate or construction cost accounting experience.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to be flexible, work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist accounting and construction leadership to provide timely information, insight and analysis to contractors concerning development projects and budgets.
• Prepare and enter project job cost and journal entries to maintain budget cost categories and ledger accounts.
• Assist with periodic project funding requisition packages for submission to lenders and investors.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Analyze financial statements, providing variance comments and similar analysis as necessary.
• General ledger entries, reconciliations, month-end closings, presentation of balance sheet and income statement results, budgets and analysis.
• Respond to inquiries from owners, partners, lenders, investors, vendors and government agencies.
• Assist with year-end workpapers and documentation for external auditors for cost certifications, tax returns and audits.
• Special projects and assignments as requested.

Skills

Accounting

Real estate

Construction

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Make an impact

By working with the day-to-day accounting and administrative operations for real estate development projects and construction.

Expectations for the role:

• Assist accounting and construction leadership to provide timely and thorough information, insight and analysis to contractors concerning their respective development projects and related budgets.
• Prepare and enter all project job cost and journal entries necessary to maintain budget cost categories and ledger accounts to accurately reflect financial activity and balances.
• Assist with periodic project funding requisition packages for submission to various lenders and investors.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Analyze financial statements, providing variance comments and similar analysis as necessary.
• General ledger entries, reconciliations, month-end, closings, presentation of balance sheet, income statement results, budgets and analysis
• Responds to inquiries from third parties including but not limited to owner, partners, lenders, investors, vendors, housing authorities and other governmental agencies
• Assist with periodic and year end workpapers and documentation as necessary for external auditors to complete cost certifications, tax returns and audit preparation.
• Special projects and assignments as requested.

What you should bring

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or similar discipline
• 1-2 years of real estate and/or construction project cost accounting experience
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
• Ability to be flexible, work in a faced paced environment and meet deadlines

What you will be part

A team that acquires and develops new construction projects in Qualified Opportunity Zones across the United States. Our team is dynamic, and always collaborative and we welcome fresh ideas. We approach large-scale projects with rigor and work together to create quality results for Bridge.

Benefits Overview

Bridge Investment Group offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and well‑being of our employees. Benefits eligibility and availability vary based on position, employment status (full‑time or part‑time), and length of service, and are subject to change in accordance with plan terms. This summary highlights key benefits and does not constitute a guarantee of coverage. Specific benefits and eligibility requirements will be provided at the time of offer.

Benefits may include:

• Health & Insurance Benefits
• Comprehensive insurance options, including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Optional coverage such as Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
• Company‑paid Life Insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage
• Company‑paid Long‑Term Disability coverage
• Access to a benefits concierge service for personalized support
• Access to mental health and well‑being resources

Retirement

• 401(k) Plan with dollar‑for‑dollar company match up to 6% of pay
• Contributions are fully vested immediately
• Eligible employees are automatically enrolled at a 4% contribution rate
• Eligibility requires a minimum age of 21 and at least 60 days of service

Time Away From Work

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays annually

Parental Leave

• Following six (6) months of employment, eligible employees may receive:
• Four (4) weeks of paid parental leave as a primary caregiver, or
• Two (2) weeks of paid parental leave as a secondary caregiver
• Following two (2) years of employment, eligible primary caregivers may receive up to twelve (12) weeks of paid parental leave per birth, adoption, or placement

Learning & Development

• Tuition Reimbursement of up to $5,000 per year for pre‑approved education expenses
• Repayment obligations may apply if employment ends prior to 24 months

We at Bridge acknowledge and appreciate the uniqueness of each individual, understanding that our people are the key to our success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. Our dedication extends beyond our business goals to making a positive impact in our communities and upholding Sustainability and Responsibility (S&R) principles at our properties and corporate locations. We evaluate all candidates based on merit, without any discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other category protected by law. As an equal opportunity employer, we are devoted to creating an inclusive hiring process. We actively work to eliminate barriers and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to provide fair opportunities and access throughout the recruitment, hiring, and employment experience.

Your specific needs are important to us. If you need accommodations related to a disability or any other protected status during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].