Development Accountant - Remote (Construction)

Greystar; Charleston (SC); Remote; USD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Paid time off 15 days + holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Greystar, a leader in global real estate, seeks a Development Accountant to handle accounting for a project portfolio. Part of the Central Region team, you will work independently or with others to support budgets, audits, and financial reporting across development and construction initiatives.

The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, cost control, and strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to drive accurate financials and project success.

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge applied to financial statements and reports.
• Budget management across development and construction life cycle.
• Experience with project accounting for real estate development.
• Journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
• Ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Apply GAAP to compile financial statements and reports.
• Maintain development and construction budgets and forecasts.
• Understand project agreements, JV and lender requirements.
• Manage communications with investors, lenders, and stakeholders.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations, wire transfers, and payments.
• Collaborate with AP, Finance, Asset Management, and Development teams.
• Support annual audits with auditors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Greystar, a leader in global real estate, seeks a Development Accountant to handle accounting for a project portfolio. Part of the Central Region team, you will work independently or with others to support budgets, audits, and financial reporting across development and construction initiatives.

The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, cost control, and strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to drive accurate financials and project success.