Quarterra
Job Description
Job Description
Our Company: Quarterra is a real estate investment and development company shaping the future of rental living through thoughtfully designed multifamily and single-family communities across the United States. We combine national scale with local expertise to deliver purpose-built, high-quality homes in the nation’s most dynamic, high-growth markets. A key driver of our strategy is the continued growth of our Emblem portfolio, a collection of attainably priced communities that integrate efficient design, modern amenities, and strong investment fundamentals. These communities are strategically positioned to meet the evolving needs of today’s renters while advancing Quarterra’s vision for sustainable, resilient, and diversified housing solutions. At Quarterra, you’ll join a collaborative, values-driven culture built on quality, integrity, communication, and teamwork. Bold ideas are encouraged, growth is prioritized, and every contribution helps shape the future of residential living. This is a place to build a meaningful career and make a lasting impact. Summary of Position: The Senior Development Accountant is responsible for assisting the Accounting Manager and/or Division Controller in all financial reporting and accounting related services required by corporate accounting. The Senior Development Accountant will help with month end close for the division and a portfolio of assets in joint ventures. Additionally, they will prepare reports for internal and external customers, including financial institutions and joint ventures. The Senior Development Accountant will also assist with the division business plan and projections and perform various analytical functions. This role offers broad exposure to joint venture structuring, project-level analytics, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Meet timelines in the monthly financial closing schedule. Reconcile and analyze various company general ledgers. Ensure accuracy of entries. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages, including joint venture reports. Enter and review the proper recording, maintenance, and update of all job cost budget revisions. Assist in the formation and monitoring of joint ventures and transactional closings by operating agreements and/or loan agreements. Prepare or review joint venture construction loan draws. Help coordinate and prepare schedules for annual joint venture audits and tax returns. Assist with budget preparation and prepare monthly budget variance analysis. Perform balance sheet account analysis and other analytical procedures as needed. Coordinate with tax consultant on property taxes, sales, and use taxes and appeals. Document and evaluate internal controls. Assist with the division’s adherence to corporate policies and procedures. Review expense reports for accuracy and completeness. Work with the development team and Accounts Payable closely to organize, code, and submit vendor invoices for payments. Manage cash balance on bank accounts and prepare wire transfer requests. Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required. 3+ years of experience within accounting, experience with joint venture and public accounting is preferred. CPA, or progress toward CPA, preferred. Real estate experience is preferred. Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel). Timberline, Sage experience is a plus. Proven team player and leader with the ability to work quickly, accurately, and independently in a fast-paced environment. Excellent oral and written communication. Physical Requirements: This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the Senior Development Accountant to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.
This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Senior Development Accountant. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Description
Our Company: Quarterra is a real estate investment and development company shaping the future of rental living through thoughtfully designed multifamily and single-family communities across the United States. We combine national scale with local expertise to deliver purpose-built, high-quality homes in the nation’s most dynamic, high-growth markets. A key driver of our strategy is the continued growth of our Emblem portfolio, a collection of attainably priced communities that integrate efficient design, modern amenities, and strong investment fundamentals. These communities are strategically positioned to meet the evolving needs of today’s renters while advancing Quarterra’s vision for sustainable, resilient, and diversified housing solutions. At Quarterra, you’ll join a collaborative, values-driven culture built on quality, integrity, communication, and teamwork. Bold ideas are encouraged, growth is prioritized, and every contribution helps shape the future of residential living. This is a place to build a meaningful career and make a lasting impact. Summary of Position: The Senior Development Accountant is responsible for assisting the Accounting Manager and/or Division Controller in all financial reporting and accounting related services required by corporate accounting. The Senior Development Accountant will help with month end close for the division and a portfolio of assets in joint ventures. Additionally, they will prepare reports for internal and external customers, including financial institutions and joint ventures. The Senior Development Accountant will also assist with the division business plan and projections and perform various analytical functions. This role offers broad exposure to joint venture structuring, project-level analytics, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Meet timelines in the monthly financial closing schedule. Reconcile and analyze various company general ledgers. Ensure accuracy of entries. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages, including joint venture reports. Enter and review the proper recording, maintenance, and update of all job cost budget revisions. Assist in the formation and monitoring of joint ventures and transactional closings by operating agreements and/or loan agreements. Prepare or review joint venture construction loan draws. Help coordinate and prepare schedules for annual joint venture audits and tax returns. Assist with budget preparation and prepare monthly budget variance analysis. Perform balance sheet account analysis and other analytical procedures as needed. Coordinate with tax consultant on property taxes, sales, and use taxes and appeals. Document and evaluate internal controls. Assist with the division’s adherence to corporate policies and procedures. Review expense reports for accuracy and completeness. Work with the development team and Accounts Payable closely to organize, code, and submit vendor invoices for payments. Manage cash balance on bank accounts and prepare wire transfer requests. Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required. 3+ years of experience within accounting, experience with joint venture and public accounting is preferred. CPA, or progress toward CPA, preferred. Real estate experience is preferred. Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel). Timberline, Sage experience is a plus. Proven team player and leader with the ability to work quickly, accurately, and independently in a fast-paced environment. Excellent oral and written communication. Physical Requirements: This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the Senior Development Accountant to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.
This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Senior Development Accountant. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.