What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Project Accountant position at Ledgent Finance & Accounting?
A growing real estate company in the Baltimore metro area seeks an ambitious assistant project accountant
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation and maintenance of project budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
- Record project-related invoices, payments, and journal entries in accordance with company policies.
- Support monthly close activities, including reconciliations of project accounts, cost tracking, and variance analysis.
- Monitor construction draws, funding requests, and capital calls; liaise with lenders and investors as needed.
- Help manage vendor and contractor billing, ensuring proper documentation and coding of costs.
- Maintain accurate records of project costs and commitments in the accounting system.
- Collaborate with project managers, development teams, and external consultants to ensure timely financial updates.
- Support annual audit requests and assist in preparing schedules for auditors and tax advisors.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and accounting system updates or integrations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate, construction, or project-based environments.
- Basic knowledge of GAAP and general ledger principles.
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Yardi, MRI, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.