Senior Project Accountant - Developer (Hybrid Work)

Jobot; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant to manage the financials of multiple development projects. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing time between the office and home, and growth opportunities within a growing real estate developer.

You will prepare project financial statements, manage draws, budgets, and forecasts while ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate reporting to lenders and investors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years accounting experience, 3+ years in CRE/development/project accounting.
• Experience with development accounting, job cost, drawings, and project reporting.
• Experience with project budgets, forecasting, cost tracking, and variance analysis.
• GAAP compliance and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly project financial statements and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage project billing, lender draws, capex, retainage, and cash flow reporting.
• Coordinate with PMs, developers, and construction teams for cost reporting accuracy.
• Support month/quarter/year-end close and audits; assist with lender/investor reporting.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and use ERP/accounting software as listed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage 100/300

Yardi

MRI

Timberline/Sage 300 CRE

Viewpoint

Job description

Top Notch Fully Integrated Developer Seeks Experienced Project Accountant, Remote/Hybrid Work Offered

Salary: $90,000 - $115,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established and growing real estate development organization specializing in the acquisition, development, construction, and long-term management of commercial and mixed-use properties. With an integrated approach to development, construction, and asset management, this company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality projects that create lasting value for clients, investors, and the communities they serve.

The organization fosters a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where finance professionals work closely with development, construction, and executive leadership to ensure the financial success of projects from pre-development through completion. As the company continues to expand its portfolio, it is seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant to play a critical role in managing project financials while supporting strategic business growth.

Why join us?

• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility between the office and home.
• Join a financially stable and rapidly growing real estate developer with an impressive project pipeline.
• Work alongside experienced professionals in development, construction, finance, and executive leadership.
• Gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, from land acquisition through project completion and stabilization.
• Opportunity to own the financial reporting process for multiple high-profile development projects.
• Collaborative environment where your ideas and process improvements are encouraged.
• Competitive compensation package including bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
• Clear opportunities for advancement as the company continues to grow.

Job Details

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with Sage 100/300
• Experience preparing draws
• 5+ years of accounting experience with at least 3 years supporting commercial real estate development, construction, or project accounting.
• Strong understanding of development accounting, job cost accounting, construction draws, and project financial reporting.
• Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, cost tracking, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and review monthly project financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Manage project billing, lender draw requests, capital expenditures, retainage, and cash flow reporting.
• Coordinate with project managers, developers, and construction teams to ensure accurate project cost reporting.
• Monitor project budgets and assist leadership with financial forecasting and decision-making.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Assist with external audits, lender reporting, and investor reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Experience with ERP or accounting software such as Yardi, MRI, Timberline/Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint, or similar systems is preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial modeling.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across accounting, development, and construction teams.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.