Project Accountant II

Join Our Team at The Douglaston Companies What we are looking for:
We have an opportunity for a Project Accountant II to join our team in our Douglaston, NY location. If you are looking to work in a collaborative and supportive environment, but also be challenged in your role, we welcome you to apply.

Reporting to the Controller, the Project Accountant II manages the accounting life cycle of highly complex projects with a high level of proficiency, accuracy and understanding of construction accounting reporting. Ability to express themselves verbally and written in a clear concise manner and be highly organized.

Why Choose The Douglaston Companies?

Continuous Learning and Development:
Your growth matters to us. We offer ongoing professional development through in-person and virtual training programs designed to sharpen your skills and help you thrive.

Community Commitment:
We don’t just build properties—we build communities. Our team actively gives back, creating meaningful impact and building a better tomorrow, together.

Career Advancement:
This isn’t just a job, it’s a career. We invest in your personal and professional growth because we know that when our people succeed, we all succeed.

What you will do:

Overall understanding of accounting procedures, general ledger and subsidiary reports

Proficient in understanding financial sections within contract documents

Ability to create complex reports collaboratively with internal and external parties

Experience in multi project accounting reporting requirements of various sizes, stages of life cycle with various owner and agency reporting requirements

Timely processing of reports including project and subcontractor closeout efficiently and accurately

Monitor projects actual vs budget reporting for variances with the foresight and ability to deep dive and provide the team with constructive feedback and guidance.

Review ACR & budget vs actual monthly general conditions report for quarterly analysis

Reconcile and properly classify project cost and billing deferral based on project type and preconstruction agreement

Identify areas of improvement to assist in accuracy of reporting as well as efficiency providing potential solutions.

Create, review and monitor project cash flow and revenue assisting in resolving any variances

Experience in analyzing and projecting revenue and expenses over the lifecycle of general contract projects

Ability to review and understand trade billing rate schedules when requested by the project team Assist with training and development of new, current, jr and project account I level team members

Performs task independently

Demonstrated leadership ability

What you should have:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred6-9 years of Accounting/Finance experience

Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Excel (Excel Certified preferred)
Sage Intacct and Procore a +Must possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, strong analytical skills

Must be highly organized with attention to details, results oriented and capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written

Ability to safely navigate a construction site which includes the following: climbing ladders and stairs, use of job hoists, inclement weather conditions, hazardous/cluttered and dark area, etc.

Salary Range:

The pay range for this role is $98,000 to $120,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.

Benefits:

Health benefits package including medical,…