Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support accounting operations for real estate development activities in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. This Long-term Contract position will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing monthly close processes, and delivering reliable reporting for project and corporate accounting needs. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a solid grasp of general ledger activity, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a dynamic real estate environment.

Responsibilities:
• Lead month-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries and reviewing ledger activity for accuracy and completeness.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other key records to ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Monitor project and operating expenses against budgets, investigate variances, and provide financial insight to support decision-making.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports that highlight performance, trends, and areas requiring attention.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and support accurate processing of invoices and related transactions.
• Partner with project leaders and internal stakeholders to track financial results across development initiatives and corporate entities.
• Analyze account activity and expense classifications to improve reporting accuracy and strengthen financial controls.
• Support compliance with accounting standards and internal policies while helping maintain audit-ready financial records.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of accounting experience, preferably in project accounting, real estate accounting, or a related environment.
• Working knowledge of month-end close, general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Experience performing bank reconciliations, tracking expenses, and assisting with budget oversight.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review financial data and identify inconsistencies or trends.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems used for reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with commercial real estate or corporate real estate accounting is highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification or progress toward certification is a plus.

Compensation

$38.00-$44.00 Hourly

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