Construction Accountant

The Construction Accountant will oversee the financial aspects of construction projects, ensuring accurate cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting. The role supports project managers, finance leadership, and joint‑venture partnerships by providing insights into budget performance, cost forecasting variances, and financial risks across a large‑scale construction portfolio spanning the Asia Pacific, Europe‑Middle East, and Americas regions. In this role you will partner with project and asset management, financial planning & analysis, cross‑regional accounting teams, and other stakeholders to align Construction Accounting with key organizational objectives at the global level. What you’ll do Monitor and analyze project budgets, actual costs, and forecasts to ensure financial accuracy and accountability. Prepare and present monthly cost reports, variance analyses, and cash‑flow forecasts for various entities, including joint‑venture partnerships. Collaborate with project managers to review budget‑to‑actual performance and identify process improvement opportunities. Maintain and update project cost tracking systems, including ERP and other financial reporting tools. Participate in month‑end and quarter‑end close processes, including cost accruals, account reconciliations, and necessary journal entries. Ensure compliance with US and local GAAP and internal financial policies. Support internal and external audit activities as required. Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to validate invoices and integrate costs into project budgets. Lead continuous‑improvement initiatives in cost control processes and reporting tools. What you’ll need Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required). 0‑2 years of progressive accounting experience. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIF, etc.). Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment. Some understanding of construction project lifecycle, retainage, and billing methods is a plus. Yardi ERP experience is preferred, but not required. A bit about us Digital Realty connects companies and data by delivering a full spectrum of data‑center, colocation and interconnection solutions. Its global data‑center platform, PlatformDIGITAL®, provides customers with secure data meeting places and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx®) methodology that powers innovation while efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty operates over 300 facilities in more than 50 metros across 28 countries on six continents. The Finance/Accounting team operates in one of the world’s fastest‑growing and most exciting business sectors. We use our financial expertise and commercial awareness to support and develop a publicly listed organization. From managing budgets to financial planning and reporting, we deliver a full range of finance and accounting services that help our business stay on track and meet its goals. We also support specialist areas such as Portfolio Management and Lease Administration. What we can offer you Our rapidly evolving business sector offers the opportunity to join a courageous and passionate team that works together to understand and meet the changing needs of global customers. We provide a supportive, inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work, collaborate across business areas, challenge the status quo, and implement your ideas. We also offer many development opportunities to build a rewarding and successful career. Our Compensation Philosophy Digital Realty offers a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards employees for achieving the company’s values and objectives. NOTES: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this role. Digital Realty is an equal‑opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other status protected by law or company policy. Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment‑grade ratings from all three major agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee or subsidiary of Digital Realty. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals. #J-18808-Ljbffr