GHJ

Senior Accountant

GHJ · San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA $105K–$110K Posted 2026-09-15
Salary
$105K–$110K
Type
Full-time
Experience
5+ yr

Location: Hybrid
Compensation: $105,000–$110,300 + Comprehensive Benefits
If you're a construction or project accountant looking for a role where you can take ownership of complex development projects while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment, we'd love to connect.
Our client is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to support a growing real estate development portfolio. This highly visible role partners closely with development teams, leadership, auditors, lenders, and contractors to oversee project accounting from construction through completion. You'll play a key role in job cost accounting, construction draws, financial reporting, and strengthening accounting processes and internal controls.

What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong construction accounting and job cost accounting experience.
Solid understanding of the construction lifecycle and multi-entity project accounting.
Experience with Yardi, MIP/Abila, or similar accounting software is preferred.
Affordable housing or commercial real estate experience is a plus.
Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Why You'll Want to Consider This Opportunity
Competitive salary of $105,000–$110,300.
Hybrid work environment offering flexibility.
Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact real estate development projects.
High visibility with leadership and cross-functional teams.
Stable organization with a collaborative, team-oriented culture.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, paid holidays, wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and more.
If you're looking to leverage your construction accounting expertise in a role that offers ownership, career growth, and meaningful projects, we'd love to tell you more.

  • Manage job cost accounting and accounts payable for active development projects.
  • Maintain general ledgers, prepare journal entries, and capitalize construction costs.
  • Reconcile intercompany accounts across multiple project entities.
  • Prepare and review project trial balances and financial reconciliations.
  • Monitor project cash balances and support treasury activities.
  • Coordinate construction draws, funding requests, and project disbursements.
  • Lead year-end close activities and support external audits.
  • Partner with auditors on cost certifications, compliance reporting, and required documentation.
  • Review the work of Project Accountants and help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
  • Assist with developing accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
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