Project Accountant I

Housing Real Estate Development (HRED)

Position Overview

The Project Accountant I provides accounting support to the Housing Real Estate Development (HRED) department for assigned development projects, ensuring all accounting activities are completed accurately and in compliance with established policies and procedures. This role works closely with the Senior Real Estate Accountant and collaborates with the Project Accountant II and the project management team to support construction accounting, loan draws, job cost tracking, intercompany transactions, and audits throughout the project lifecycle.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with experience in real estate or construction accounting who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and record all cash disbursements and cash receipts related to assigned development projects

Maintain the general ledger for all assigned projects

Prepare monthly construction loan draw packages

Prepare weekly check runs for development projects

Create and post journal entries related to assigned projects

Manage month-end close procedures for assigned projects

Update and track project budgets within the accounting system

Reconcile intercompany accounts in coordination with the Senior Real Estate Accountant

Ensure timely payment of property taxes and monthly loan interest

Support year-end audits and prepare accruals as needed

Assist with project close-out and transition to Asset Management

Collaborate with and support the Project Accountant II, including cross-training

Assist the Senior Real Estate Accountant with special projects and ad hoc reporting

Perform additional duties as assigned, based on training and departmental needs

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university

3–5 years of accounting experience in a professional work environment

Experience in real estate development or construction accounting required

Hands-on experience with:

Construction loan draws

Multi-entity and intercompany accounting

Job cost tracking and budget management

Year-end audits

Experience with tax credits and nonprofit affordable housing strongly preferred

Technical Skills

Proficiency with MIP Accounting Software

Strong Excel skills (spreadsheets, reconciliations, reporting)

Experience with SharePoint

High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills

Why Join Us

Be part of a mission-driven organization supporting affordable housing development

Collaborative team environment with opportunities for cross-training and growth

Exposure to the full life cycle of real estate development projects

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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