Senior Project Accountant

Job overview

The Senior Project Accountant role is hybrid in San Diego, CA, with compensation of $100,000–$111,000 per year. The position supports a growing real estate development portfolio and works with development teams, leadership, auditors, lenders, and contractors. The role oversees project accounting from construction through completion, including job costs, construction draws, financial reporting, and internal controls. Its work supports accurate project financial information and effective coordination across multiple project entities.

What you'll do

• Manage job cost accounting and accounts payable
• maintain general ledgers and prepare journal entries
• capitalize construction costs
• reconcile intercompany accounts
• prepare project trial balances and financial reconciliations
• monitor cash balances
• coordinate construction draws and disbursements
• support year-end close and audits
• review Project Accountants’ work
• assist with policies and controls.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior project accountant

construction accounting

job cost accounting

real estate development

financial reporting

construction draws

internal controls

hybrid

san diego ca

ghj

$100k–$111k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with company match
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• wellness programs
• professional development.

Why this role

Hybrid work environment; medical, dental, and vision benefits; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and holidays; wellness programs; professional development opportunities.

About the employer

GHJ is hiring for this role. Industry: Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Sector: 54.