Project Accountant

We are looking for a Project Accountant to support the financial management of real estate development and construction projects in Dallas, Texas. This role will oversee project-related accounting activities, help maintain accurate records, and contribute to timely reporting across multiple active developments. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with draw administration, payables and receivables, and general ledger activity within a project-driven environment.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of construction draw packages, making sure all requests align with lender requirements and scheduled deadlines.
• Partner with project managers, contractors, and leadership to gather supporting documentation and keep funding requests moving efficiently.
• Reconcile draw activity and help ensure funds are applied accurately to the appropriate development and construction costs.
• Maintain project-level financial records and assist with recurring reporting, including budget-to-actual tracking and period-end summaries.
• Manage invoice processing and payment coordination for vendors, subcontractors, and other project-related partners.
• Monitor incoming payments and reconcile outstanding receivables involving tenants, partners, or other stakeholders tied to development activity.
• Prepare and record journal entries while supporting the accuracy of the general ledger across multiple cost categories.
• Use accounting systems such as Intacct or similar platforms to enter transactions, track project costs, and generate financial reports.
• Organize contracts, draw files, and accounting documentation while helping ensure compliance with company standards and applicable accounting practices.
• Work closely with development, construction, operations, and finance teams to resolve accounting questions and support informed project decisions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 3–5 years of accounting experience, ideally within real estate development, construction, or another project-based industry.
• Demonstrated experience handling construction draws and understanding the financial flow of construction projects.
• Working knowledge of project accounting, including job cost tracking, general ledger activity, and financial reconciliations.
• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes in a fast-paced business environment.
• Familiarity with Intacct, Sage, or comparable accounting software used for project and financial reporting.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage documentation accurately and meet reporting deadlines.

Compensation

Based on experience

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