Project Accountant - San Antonio - Jobot

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Come join an established, project-oriented organization supporting development initiatives and strengthening its financial operations for continued growth This Jobot Job is hosted by: Katherine Krull Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.

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Salary:
$70,000

- $75,000 per year A bit about us: Our client is a growing, project-driven organization strengthening its financial infrastructure to support complex development initiatives, and is expanding its accounting team to add a Project Accountant who will partner cross-functionally to support active projects, deliver accurate financial reporting, and drive strong accounting controls in a fast-paced environment.

Job Title:

Project Accountant Job Location:
San Antonio, TX Compensation: $70k-$75k base salary Must Have:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, with monthly full-cycle accounting experience with entering J/E's, Bank Reconciliations, accruals, detecting trend changes, etc.

Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, month-end close, and financial statement preparation Proven ability to perform budget-to-actual analysis and explain financial variances Preferred: Experience in project-based, construction, or development accounting environments Exposure to cost tracking, project budgeting, or funding/draw processes Experience working with accounting or project management software Familiarity with audit support or compliance-driven reporting Why join us? High-impact, project-focused accounting role supporting active development initiatives from day one Collaborative, cross-functional culture that values clear communication and strong partnerships Growing organization investing in its finance team to support long-term project and business growth On-the-job learning and mentorship with exposure to development-specific accounting concepts Lean, agile environment with evolving priorities—no two days are the same and your work makes a visible impact Job Details Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Project Accountant to support project-level accounting and financial reporting in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

This role is central to maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, and providing meaningful financial insights across active development initiatives.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders, track project costs against budgets, and ensure financial activity is recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAP.

This is a hands-on opportunity for an accountant who thrives in dynamic environments and wants to build deep expertise in project-based accounting.

What You'll Do

• Own Project Accounting: Manage day-to-day accounting for assigned projects, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger accuracy.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and review monthly financial statements and project reports, identifying variances, trends, and items requiring follow-up.
• Budget-to-Actual Analysis: Track project costs against budgets, investigate discrepancies, and clearly explain changes in financial results.
• Month-

End Close Support:
Prepare accruals, understand timing differences, and ensure project activity is properly reflected in financial statements.

• Cost &

Expenditure Tracking:
Monitor project spend, identify inconsistencies, and support accurate cost allocation.

• Funding &

Compliance Support:
Assist with project funding oversight, including preparation of draw requests and compliance with loan or funding requirements.

• Documentation &

Audit Support:
Maintain organized financial records and assist with audits by preparing schedules and explanations.

• Cross-

Functional Collaboration:
Communicate with internal teams, vendors, and external partners regarding project-related accounting matters.

• Process Improvement: Support continuous improvement of accounting workflows, reporting processes, and project financial controls.

Must Have:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, with monthly full-cycle accounting experience with entering J/E's, Bank Reconciliations, accruals, detecting trend changes, etc.

Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, month-end close, and financial statement preparation Proven ability to perform budget-to-actual analysis and explain financial variances Preferred: Experience in project-based, construction, or development accounting environments Exposure to cost tracking, project budgeting, or funding/draw processes Experience working with accounting or project management software Familiarity with audit support or compliance-driven reporting Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

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