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We are looking for an experienced development accounting specialist to support construction and real estate development activities for a Long-term Contract position based in Long Beach, California. This hybrid opportunity plays a key role in tracking project financial performance, maintaining accurate reporting, and partnering with project and accounting teams throughout the lifecycle of development work. The position also provides guidance to accounting staff while helping ensure budgets, draws, reconciliations, and audit preparation remain accurate and on schedule.
Job Responsibility
Lead and support development accounting staff by assigning priorities, providing coaching, and overseeing the timely completion of recurring financial deliverables
Partner with project and development teams from early planning through project stabilization to maintain accurate accounting records and financial visibility
Examine construction draw submissions for accuracy and completeness and help ensure lender packages are prepared and submitted on time
Analyze project spending against approved budgets and collaborate with project managers to address variances and support cost control efforts
Produce and review job cost reporting and related financial schedules, ensuring alignment between project reports, trial balances, and draw activity
Review bank reconciliations completed by staff and prepare reconciliations directly for assigned construction and development entities
Oversee payment controls by validating banking details and approving construction-related disbursements, including wires and other payment releases
Prepare projects for audits, compilations, and cost certifications by confirming trial balances are fully reconciled and supporting documentation is complete
Contribute to special assignments and assist accounting leadership with process improvements, policy development, and departmental initiatives
Requirements
Experience in development, construction, or project-based accounting with a strong understanding of job cost activity and general ledger impact
Hands-on knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and bank reconciliation processes
Ability to review draw packages, monitor project budgets, and support cash forecasting for active development projects
Proficiency with Yardi Voyager or a comparable large-scale accounting platform
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word for financial analysis and reporting
Demonstrated leadership capability with experience guiding staff, managing workflows, and supporting performance development
Strong attention to detail and the ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction or development environment
Nice to have
Familiarity with contract management tools is an advantage
What we offer
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) or deferred compensation plan
Paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time