Accounting Associate

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Associate to help manage the financial and administrative activities that support active real estate development projects in San Antonio, Texas. This position plays an important role in keeping project accounting accurate, organized, and current while partnering closely with both development and finance teams. The ideal candidate brings solid accounting fundamentals, strong follow-through, and the ability to handle detailed transactional work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage weekly payables and receivables for development-related activity, including reviewing invoices, assigning proper coding, preparing payments, and completing account reconciliations.

• Keep project financial files well organized by maintaining invoices, backup materials, and other accounting documentation in a complete and accessible format.

• Assist with budget tracking and financial reporting by collecting, compiling, and validating project cost information for internal use.

• Prepare support materials for funding requests and maintain monthly draw tracking tools to help monitor project spending accurately.

• Submit draw packages to lenders and outside partners through designated shared platforms in a timely and accurate manner.

• Provide documentation needed for audit activities and help coordinate requests related to project accounting records.

• Review employee expense submissions each month, apply appropriate general ledger coding, and support quarterly allocation of expenses across projects.

• Respond to routine questions from vendors and internal teams, helping resolve accounting issues efficiently and professionally.

• Maintain vendor setup records, support year-end 1099 preparation, and contribute to workflow improvements, including automation-focused enhancements.

• Handle general administrative support and participate in special accounting assignments as business needs arise.

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

• At least 2 years of experience in accounting or administrative support, with prior exposure to construction or real estate development environments preferred.

• Working knowledge of core accounting practices, including general ledger activity, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end support.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage records accurately, organize multiple priorities, and meet recurring deadlines.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, for tracking, reporting, and data review.

• Experience using accounting systems or project-based financial software is an advantage.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.

• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory recent driving record.