Senior Project Accountant

Senior Project AccountantNeal Communities is proud to be recognized as the 2025 Top Workplace in Sarasota & Manatee Counties! We're seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Project Accountant to support the financial success of our land development projects through strategic financial management, reporting, and analysis.In this role, you'll oversee job cost accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and construction draw processes for assigned land development projects. Working closely with project teams, lenders, and external partners, you'll provide accurate financial insights, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and help drive the successful execution of high-quality communities. If you have a strong accounting background, exceptional analytical skills, and a passion for accuracy and continuous improvement, APPLY TODAY!WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING AT NEAL COMMUNITIES:The People! We take tremendous pride in making a positive difference in our team's lives. Our employees are not just an asset to Neal Communities and its customers; they are essential to the success of our businessOutstanding Benefits - Health Care - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug CoverageExcellent Compensation PackageEmployer Paid Life InsuranceSupplemental InsuranceLong & Short-Term Disability Insurance401(K) with Company Matching ContributionsPTO & Paid HolidaysEmployer Paid ID Theft ProtectionEmployee Home Purchase Discount ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Pet InsuranceEmployee Service AwardsVendor Discount ProgramWHAT YOU'LL DO:Serve as the primary accounting contact for assigned land development projects, overseeing all financial activity, ensuring alignment with company goals, and reporting standardsManage and maintain comprehensive job cost recordsPrepare, analyze, and interpret monthly financial statements for land projects and related entities, providing variance analysis and actionable insights to managementLead preparation and processing of construction draw requests; coordinate with lenders, joint venture partners, and community development districts (CDDs) to ensure accuracy and timelinessAs assigned, prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliationsReview and authorize purchase orders and contract setups, validating alignment with project budgets, reimbursement structures, and government or district requirementsCollaborate with land managers and project leadership to develop, monitor, and update project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow schedulesPrepare detailed supporting documentation for annual audits and serve as the point of contact for external auditors on land-related mattersProvide oversight for journal entries, check requests, deposits, and other financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established proceduresIdentify process improvement opportunities within land accounting operations and recommend solutions to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilitiesPerform other accounting and administrative duties as assignedThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skillsWHAT YOU BRING:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related fieldGeneral ledger experience, knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, and their proper application to business transactionsHighly detail-oriented with good organizational skillsIntermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft ExcelAbility to handle confidential and sensitive data with discretionPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:General sedentary work requiring the use of office equipment such as computers, copiers, printers, scanners and telephonesPosition requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, grasping, writing, typing, repetitive motions, hearing ability, visual acuity, and climbing stairs on occasionMay occasionally lift and move up to 30 poundsWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.