Senior Accountant Opportunity at a Top 20 Real Estate Firm - Robert Half

Join one of the nation's premier real estate powerhouses as a Senior Accountant in Stamford, Connecticut. This rare and exciting hybrid role offers unparalleled growth within the dynamic development and construction industry. Robert Half is proud to partner with this Top 20 largest real estate firm to bring you this immediate opportunity. With competitive compensation around $95,000 annually, exceptional benefits, performance bonuses, and a supportive culture, this position is perfect for seasoned accountants seeking impact in real estate accounting.

About the Role

As a Senior Accountant, you'll dive deep into development accounting, handling everything from project cost tracking to construction draws. This hybrid position in Stamford, CT, combines office collaboration with flexible remote work, ideal for professionals with 1+ years of recent experience in development or construction. Work alongside construction managers, development partners, and project teams to ensure financial accuracy and strategic insights. If you're passionate about real estate finance, budget analysis, and general ledger mastery, this role at a leading firm will elevate your career.

Key Responsibilities

Your expertise will drive critical financial operations in this high-profile real estate environment.

Project Tracking and Reporting

• Assist with comprehensive project tracking, including project coding, detailed cost reporting, work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, and requisition draws to maintain real-time visibility into project finances.
• Participate actively in monthly construction progress report meetings with construction managers and development partners, providing actionable financial data.

General Ledger and Entries Management

• Prepare and accurately enter project-related entries into the General Ledger, encompassing journal entries, project invoices, construction draws, and loans for seamless financial integration.

Draws and Loan Oversight

• Manage draws and construction loans internally with project managers and externally with vendors and agencies, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Confer with development partners and general contractors on change orders, adjustments to cost estimates, and secure proper approvals to mitigate risks.

Budget Analysis and Recommendations

• Support management with monthly budget updates, in-depth budget analysis, interest projections, adjuster calculations, and proactive recommendations for potential budget adjustments to optimize project outcomes.

These responsibilities position you at the heart of major real estate developments, where your accounting precision directly influences multi-million-dollar projects.

Required Qualifications

To thrive in this Senior Accountant role, candidates must demonstrate proven expertise tailored to the fast-paced world of real estate development.

• Bachelor’s Degree required in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field, forming the foundational knowledge for complex financial tasks.
• Recent industry experience: At least 1+ years in the development and construction industry, with hands-on involvement in project accounting.
• Public accounting background highly valued, bringing rigorous auditing standards and advanced financial reporting skills to the team.
• Proficiency in financial software, Excel for advanced modeling, and familiarity with construction-specific accounting practices.
• Strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration, and meticulous attention to detail.

Candidates with experience in Yardi, Procore, or similar real estate accounting systems will stand out. This role demands a proactive professional ready to contribute immediately.

Why Join Us?

This isn't just a job—it's a career-defining opportunity with a Top 20 real estate giant. Enjoy great benefits including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and more. Bonus potential rewards your performance, while the outstanding company culture fosters innovation and teamwork. The hybrid schedule offers work-life balance in vibrant Stamford, CT.

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