Real Estate Project Accountant Stanford University

Another Sources clientStanford University is recruiting aProject Accountantto join their teamin Redwood City CAin a hybrid (onsite Monday-Wednesday) schedule.

Heresa little about Stanford Real Estate:

Stanford Real Estate (SRE) is a department within Land Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) serving Stanford Universitys academic mission through the development and operations of the universitys8180 acresof land holdings. While4200 acresare dedicated to campus and related uses SRE oversees the remaining3900 acresfor commercial hospitality residential and agricultural uses.

SREs mission is to invest in andoptimizethe risk-adjusted value of Stanfords income-producing lands. Revenues generated from SREs diverse portfolio directly support Stanford Universitys General Fund and broader mission of advancing education world-class research the arts and economicopportunitylocally and globally.

This team plays a critical role in supporting strategic planning transparent financial reporting and operational excellence across Stanfords real estate portfolio. The department values collaboration innovation and continuous process improvement while supporting one of the worlds leading research universities.

About this role:

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance and Administration the Project Accountant will oversee and process contracts requisitions purchase orders and invoices in support of capital projects. This individual will partner closely with project managers to review financial activitymonitorproject budgets and analyze the financial status of capital projects to ensure accuracy compliance and alignment with approved funding and financial policies.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented analytical and collaborative with the ability to communicate effectively across departments and stakeholders. This role is part of an evolving team of accountants and analysts focused on deliveringaccuratefinancial reporting supporting strategic decision-making and driving operational improvements.

Your Contribution Will Likely Include:

• Supporting the financial administration of capital and construction projects including vendor setup contracts requisitions purchase orders invoice review project expenditure monitoring and project close-out

• Tracking monitoring and analyzing project financial activity including budgets commitments invoices and expenses toidentifyvariances and resolve discrepancies

• Researching complex financial or accounting issuesidentifyingroot causes and developing recommendations in collaboration with leadership and stakeholders

• Maintaining reconcilingconsolidatingvalidating and analyzing financial data across systems and project management applications

• Preparing financial reports and summaries for project managers Finance & Administration leadership and other stakeholders

• Coordinating with project managers vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve financial and administrative issues related to contracts invoices and expenditures

• Supporting financial closeout activities for capital projects including reconciliation of project costs and decommitment of remaining funds

• Monitoring contractor and vendor payment processes and ensuring proper approvals and documentation are in place

• Developing reports and presentations of complex financial data and metrics for management and external stakeholders

• Participating in the analysis and improvement of financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency controls and data integrity

• Supporting cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving operational effectiveness and financial processes

• Serving as a liaison with Procurement the Controllers Office and Capital Accounting to resolve issues

• Assistingwith the development and maintenance of desktop procedures and process documentation

• Assistingwith special projects as needed

Experience You Will Bring:

• Bachelors degree and four (4) years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience

• Knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Experience in project accounting construction accounting or capital projectfinancial managementpreferred

• Experience in real estate preferred

• Ability to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment with multiple deadlines and changing priorities

• Advancedproficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel formulas

• Demonstrated knowledge of financial systems and ability to learn new systems quickly

• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills

• Excellent analytical skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Proven ability tomaintainaccuracy under tight deadlines and effectively manage multiple priorities

• Strong project management skills and ability to contribute to or lead cross-functional teams

Whatsin it for you:

The expected pay range for this position is$110307 $122546 annually.

Stanford University offers a comprehensive rewards package that includes:

• Career development programs and tuition reimbursement opportunities

• Generous retirement plans and time-off benefits

• Excellent healthcare coverage and wellness resources

• Access to world-class fitness facilities lectures museums and cultural events

• Commuter programs ridesharing incentives discounts and more

Learn more about Stanfords benefits and rewards here:
Stanford is for you:

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is Stanfords diverse and dedicated staff community.

Stanford empowers employees with opportunities for growth a caring culture outstanding benefits and access to unparalleled academic and cultural resources.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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