Real Estate Development Accountant

Job Description

Job Title
Real Estate Development Accountant - Right Hand of the CEO - Highly Visible Position

Who:
A strong, stable, and growing real estate development company in Metro Atlanta.

What:
Seeking a highly skilled Development Accountant with QuickBooks expertise to lead financial operations and act as the CEO's right hand.

When:
Position is open immediately for the right candidate.

Where:
In-office role based in Metro Atlanta.

Why:
Be a key financial leader in a growing firm, contributing directly to major real estate projects and executive decision-making.

Office Environment:
Professional, fast-paced, and collaborative with direct access to executive leadership.

Salary:
Up to $115,000 base + performance-based bonus.

Position Overview:
We're hiring a Real Estate Development Accountant to take ownership of project accounting and company financials. This highly visible role reports directly to the CEO and plays a critical part in driving financial accuracy and insight across multiple real estate developments.

• Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle project accounting, including cost tracking and job costing
• Prepare monthly financials, draw requests, and investor reporting
• Oversee budget vs. actual analysis and variance reporting
• Maintain compliance with financial institutions and partners
• Utilize QuickBooks to manage general ledger and company financials
• Partner with internal teams, vendors, and external accountants
• Provide financial insights and recommendations directly to the CEO

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in real estate development or construction accounting
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and project accounting workflows
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills and executive presence