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Senior Project Accountant

CFS

Falls Church, Virginiafull-time90k–125kPosted 10 days ago

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Salary: Up to $125,000 + Bonus A well-established and growing real estate development company is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with development, homebuilding, or construction accounting experience who wants to work for a financially stable organization known for its strong culture, exceptional benefits, and long-tenured employees. Why You'll Love This Opportunity • 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees and their families • Every other Friday off during the summer • Annual performance-based bonus • Strong 401(k) match • 3 weeks PTO to start • Annual salary reviews • Excellent work-life balance outside of a defined busy season • Collaborative, professional, and low-politics environment • Significant project backlog providing long-term stability • Opportunity to work closely with leadership and contribute to process improvements • Modernizing accounting systems and technology • Strong potential for future growth and advancement Key Responsibilities • Maintain project books and detailed accounting workpapers • Record and analyze construction and development-related transactions • Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and support month-end close • Track project costs, capitalization, inventory allocations, and cost of sales • Prepare and submit construction loan draw packages • Review lot settlements and HUD documentation • Manage bank reconciliations and cash activity • Assist with year-end reporting and tax workpapers • Review contracts and ensure appropriate accounting treatment • Support financial reporting and project analysis Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance • 6+ years of accounting experience with a focus on development, homebuilding, construction, or project accounting • Strong general ledger accounting and month-end close experience • Experience with job costing and project-based accounting • Understanding of capitalizatio

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