Project Accountant, LEFT LANE Development

LEFT LANE Hospitality Group, LLC

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prominent real estate investment firm is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee financial processes for development projects. The role involves leading month-end and year-end close operations, tracking project costs, and supporting lender reporting. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, at least 4 years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of GAAP principles. Ideal for someone passionate about real estate development accounting and process improvement, this position offers a collaborative working environment in New York City.

Qualifications

Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, focusing on real estate development.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

Lead month-end and year-end close processes for development projects.
Track and report on project costs, including construction expenditures.
Monitor project-level cash flows and flag potential funding issues.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree and/or CPA certification

Tools

Yardi Voyager

Sage Intacct

Job description

About LEFT LANE

LEFT LANE Development is a vertically integrated private equity real estate firm focused on the conversion of historic office buildings into luxury multifamily and hospitality assets across high-growth secondary markets. We own and operate two independent hotel brands, Bardo and Recess, and maintain an active development pipeline across Savannah, Memphis, Pittsburgh, Providence, Phoenix, and Bozeman. Our platform manages approximately $225M in assets across multiple funds.

About the role

This is a high-visibility role with direct exposure to firm leadership and cross-entity operations. You will work closely with the VP/Controller on the full financial life cycle of active development projects, from construction through stabilization, across a portfolio of complex, multi-entity real estate ventures. The right candidate is detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and genuinely interested in building expertise in real estate development accounting.

What you'll do

Lead month-end and year-end close processes for development projects, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Track and report on project costs, including construction expenditures, land acquisition costs, and development-related spending.
Support lender reporting and requisition packages, coordinating with project managers and external stakeholders to meet draw deadlines.
Monitor project-level cash flows and flag potential funding gaps or timing issues.
Review and code vendor invoices, coordinate with outsourced accounts payable, and resolve discrepancies.
Assist with audit preparation, external auditor requests, and year-end workpapers.
Manage and reconcile intercompany accounts across a multi-entity portfolio.
Identify and implement process improvements in financial reporting workflows and accounting procedures.
Handle various administrative and recordkeeping tasks as assigned

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, with a focus on real estate development
Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting principles
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Demonstrated curiosity and enthusiasm for process improvement

Preferred Qualifications