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Senior Project Accountant

CFS
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
Senior Project Accountant | Real Estate Development

$90 - 95K bonus

📍 Houston, TX (Hybrid)

A well-established Houston-based real estate development firm is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join their growing team. This role will support large-scale master-planned community and land development projects, working closely with project managers and leadership on financial oversight from acquisition through completion.

This is a high-visibility role with strong long-term growth potential within a stable, highly respected organization.

What You’ll Do

  • Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple real estate development projects
  • Track and analyze project costs, budgets, and variances
  • Prepare and review monthly financials for active developments
  • Maintain and monitor job cost reporting and project-level forecasting
  • Partner with project managers to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting
  • Support draw requests, funding, and cash flow management
  • Assist with month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations
  • Work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners (developers, lenders, etc.)

What We’re Looking For

  • 5 years of accounting experience within real estate development or construction
  • Strong understanding of job costing / project accounting
  • Experience with development accounting (land, horizontal, or vertical projects)
  • Familiarity with WIP / percentage of completion (POC) preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
  • Advanced Excel skills

Why This Opportunity?

  • Work on high-profile Houston developments
  • Strong leadership and mentorship from experienced real estate professionals
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture
  • Clear path for advancement as the company continues to grow
  • Competitive compensation bonus benefits

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Salary : $90,000 - $95,000

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