Construction Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Launched nearly 17 years ago, Foundry Commercial was created to be a different kind of real estate company. Our motto It’s Personal rings true in everything we do we value authentic human experiences.

At Foundry Commercial, there is a strong sense of community. From wellness fairs to ugly Christmas sweater parties to company fundraisers, Foundry associates lean in to support one other and the causes that are important to us.

We bring a sense of teamwork, collegiality, and diversity to all that we do. At the heart of it all is trust and respect.

These two things drive everything else. We have built a place where people truly know each other, celebrate together, learn together, and live life alongside each other.

At Foundry, we serve our clients best by attracting and unleashing the most talented and courageous professionals in industry, all while having fun and building a lasting impact on the broader community.

Don’t just take our word for it. The best way to experience our culture is to immerse yourself in it. But be prepared it’s contagious!

The Staff Accountant Development is responsible for overseeing and participating in the accounting for development projects and ensuring coordination and communication among internal teams and external stakeholders.

This individual is the primary position responsible for ensuring accurate financial statements and draw packages are prepared for capital partners and lending institutions.

Essential Job Functions

• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile balance sheets for development projects and pre-acquisition pursuit efforts including but not limited to work in process, accounts payable, accounts receivable and bank accounts on development projects
• Produce high quality accounting reports, including draw packages, reports for lenders and partners, and financial statements and present their results to management
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status of development projects, including review of costs incurred to budget and ensuring budgets are timely and accurately prepared and monitored
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending on development projects
• Participate in financial standards setting and in forecasting process
• Support month-end and year-end close process for development projects and reporting to investment partners, management and financial institutions
• Liaise with Project Management, Deal Principals and Asset Managers to improve procedures and financial results
• Ensure compliance with GAAP
• Other related duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requested

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with minimum of 1-2 years of development accounting experience
• Construction Accounting experience highly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong computer skills, proficient in MS Office programs
• Superior customer service skills and orientation. Collaborative style needed.
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times under stressful situations
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Sound troubleshooting skills and the capacity to fully resolve problems

Foundry Commercial is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Foundry Commercial is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available person in every job.

It is the policy of Foundry Commercial to grant equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, veteran's status, or any other conditions or identifications against which discrimination is prohibited.