GHJ Search and Staffing
Senior Development Accountant
GHJ Search and Staffing, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries.
We’re working with a mission-driven real estate development organization seeking a
Senior Development Accountant
to support the financial operations of new construction, acquisition/rehab, and complex development projects. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role will focus on projects in active development—handling everything from predevelopment through construction close-out, reorgs, and refinancings. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with project accounting, strong working knowledge of construction financing, and comfort with GAAP. Key Responsibilities Monthly Close & General Ledger Prepare timely, GAAP-compliant financial statements and journal entries Perform detailed reconciliations for: prepaids, accruals, and debt/interest; fixed asset capitalization; project funding draws and cash receipts; insurance claims, pay apps, reserves, and intercompany transfers Review and approve AP entries; prepare internal wire and funding approvals Ensure accurate classification of construction and development transactions Construction Draws & Reporting Lead monthly construction draws (internal and external sources) Set up draw budgets and mapping in collaboration with Project Managers Record and reconcile general contractor activity and retention accruals Maintain accurate tracking for capital contributions and equity payments Audit & Compliance Prepare year-end audit workbooks and financial packages Support cost audits for projects at completion Respond to auditor requests and manage documentation under manager guidance Specialized & Ad Hoc Reporting Support senior management and board reporting on: construction progress, intercompany lending, and placed-in-service milestones; predevelopment draw summaries and capital analysis Contribute to ad hoc financial reporting for external partners and funders What You’ll Bring 5+ years of project accounting or real estate/construction accounting experience Strong understanding of GAAP; affordable housing or nonprofit experience a plus Excel proficiency (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, reconciliations) Proactive mindset and ability to thrive in a deadline-driven, team environment Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills Affordable housing and/or HUD accounting experience is a huge plus The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000 a year. This is a meaningful opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and impact, helping deliver affordable and sustainable housing in communities that need it most. GHJ is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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Senior Development Accountant
to support the financial operations of new construction, acquisition/rehab, and complex development projects. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role will focus on projects in active development—handling everything from predevelopment through construction close-out, reorgs, and refinancings. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with project accounting, strong working knowledge of construction financing, and comfort with GAAP. Key Responsibilities Monthly Close & General Ledger Prepare timely, GAAP-compliant financial statements and journal entries Perform detailed reconciliations for: prepaids, accruals, and debt/interest; fixed asset capitalization; project funding draws and cash receipts; insurance claims, pay apps, reserves, and intercompany transfers Review and approve AP entries; prepare internal wire and funding approvals Ensure accurate classification of construction and development transactions Construction Draws & Reporting Lead monthly construction draws (internal and external sources) Set up draw budgets and mapping in collaboration with Project Managers Record and reconcile general contractor activity and retention accruals Maintain accurate tracking for capital contributions and equity payments Audit & Compliance Prepare year-end audit workbooks and financial packages Support cost audits for projects at completion Respond to auditor requests and manage documentation under manager guidance Specialized & Ad Hoc Reporting Support senior management and board reporting on: construction progress, intercompany lending, and placed-in-service milestones; predevelopment draw summaries and capital analysis Contribute to ad hoc financial reporting for external partners and funders What You’ll Bring 5+ years of project accounting or real estate/construction accounting experience Strong understanding of GAAP; affordable housing or nonprofit experience a plus Excel proficiency (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, reconciliations) Proactive mindset and ability to thrive in a deadline-driven, team environment Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills Affordable housing and/or HUD accounting experience is a huge plus The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000 a year. This is a meaningful opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and impact, helping deliver affordable and sustainable housing in communities that need it most. GHJ is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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