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Project Accountant

$80k - $90k

JBG SMITH

Project Accountant

ID


2026-5537

Location

US-MD-Bethesda

Type


Full-time

WHO WE ARE

JBG SMITH owns, operates, invests in, and develops a dynamic portfolio of high-growth mixed-use properties in and around Washington, DC. Our creativity and scale enable us to be more than owners-we are place makers who shape inspiring and engaging places, which we believe create value and have a positive impact in every community we touch.

JBG SMITH has been named multiple times as one of the Washington Post's Top Workplaces in the region and we pride ourselves in both our outstanding work environments and opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our corporate headquarters in Bethesda, MD. was designed to embrace new, modern ways of working in an office - with a variety of indoor and outdoor workspaces made for both privacy or collaboration and easy access to public transportation and all that Bethesda's vibrant downtown has to offer.

POSITION SUMMARY

You're a detail-orientated and organized professional who takes pride in your work and focuses on providing a complete and accurate product. You are a problem solver always on the lookout for process improvements. You are a self-starter with a disciplined approach and strong follow-through. You are comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You are a team player that enjoys collaborating and working with others to complete common goals. Utilizing your excellent communication skills, you will have the opportunity to build relationships both within and outside the accounting department.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

This full-time position will be within JBG SMITH's Accounting department and will report to an Accounting Manager. Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned to meet business needs):

    Act as a mini-controller for a portfolio of assets. Perform all related accounting functions associated with these projects, including account reconciliations and financial statements
  • Explain monthly budget vs. actual and period-over-period actual actual variances. This includes balance sheet and income statement analytics that are presented to our executive team, our auditors, and used as support for our financial filings
  • Produce monthly, quarterly, or annual reporting for internal purposes, JV partners, investors and lenders
  • Prepare monthly cash distributions and related reporting for investors and partners
  • Close-knit interaction with on-site property and asset management teams throughout the monthly close process, including hosting pre-close calls
  • Work with third party auditors on year-end tax and audit requests
  • Support / collaborate with other departments on asset acquisitions, dispositions, monthly draws, and cash management needs, among other items
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED (REQUIREMENTS)
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
  • 1-2 years of related accounting experience
  • Team player who is organized, proactive, self-directed, conscientious and assumes accountability and responsibility for specific performance and work product
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong computer skills

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000 annually. Additionally, this position offers a generous annual target bonus. Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline. It is uncommon for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors. JBG SMITH considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, candidate's work location, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as, market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.

JBG SMITH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected class, in accordance with applicable law.

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