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. GHJs relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand clients needs attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
The Staff Accountant will work closely with the Senior Accountant and Development team to ensure accurate financial tracking reporting and compliance for development projects. The ideal candidate has a foundation in accounting and is eager to apply it in a fast-paced project-oriented environment. Experience in construction real estate or project-based accounting is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in maintaining the general ledger for development entities
Record journal entries and perform monthly account reconciliations
Help track project budgets and monitor costs against actuals
Support the preparation of financial reports including P&Ls and balance sheets for development projects
Process invoices and coordinate with accounts payable to ensure timely payments
Assist with construction loan draw requests and maintain supporting documentation
Collaborate with project managers and development team to gather financial data and resolve discrepancies
Support annual audits and assist with tax documentation for development entities
Help maintain organized financial records across multiple active projects
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field
13 years of relevant accounting experience (internships included)
Proficiency in Excel and comfort working with large sets of data
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and communicate effectively
Preferred:
Experience in construction or real estate accounting
Familiarity with job cost accounting or project-based financial tracking
Exposure to accounting software such as Sage 300 CRE Yardi QuickBooks or similar
Interest in long-term growth within real estate development finance
Why This Role Is a Great Fit
Direct exposure to real estate development finance and construction operations
Opportunity to learn from a seasoned accounting team and grow into a senior role
Stable company with a robust project pipeline and long-term development goals
Supportive fast-paced environment with career development potential.
Staff Accountant
