Project Accountant, LEFT LANE Development
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Left Lane Hospitality Group Llc. New York · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $94,625–$150,000.
Left Lane Hospitality Group Llc has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Run monthly and year-end close for development projects, preparing journal entries, account reconciliations and financial reports
- Track construction, land purchase and other development costs, then report how project spending is progressing
- Assemble lender draw materials and reporting, working with project managers and outside parties to meet deadlines
- Watch project cash balances for possible shortfalls or timing problems, and manage reconciliations between entities
- Review and code supplier invoices, coordinate outsourced payables, resolve discrepancies and support audits
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in accounting
- At least four years in accounting, with a focus on real estate development
- Strong command of GAAP and real estate accounting practices
- Working proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Who this fits
This role suits someone who wants to build expertise in real estate development accounting and can work independently as well as with a team. You’ll partner closely with the VP/Controller across development projects and multiple entities.
From the employer
About LEFT LANE
LEFT LANE Development is a vertically integrated private equity real estate firm focused on the conversion of historic office buildings into luxury multifamily and hospitality assets across high-growth secondary markets. We own and operate two independent hotel brands, Bardo and Recess, and maintain an active development pipeline across Savannah, Memphis, Pittsburgh, Providence, Phoenix, and Bozeman. Our portfolio is valued $1B+ and manages $225M in capital.
About the role
This is a high-visibility role with direct exposure to firm leadership and cross-entity operations. You will work closely with the VP/Controller on the full financial life cycle of active development projects, from construction through stabilization, across a portfolio of complex, multi-entity real estate ventures. The right candidate is detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and genuinely interested in building expertise in real estate development accounting.
What you'll do
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes for development projects, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Track and report on project costs, including construction expenditures, land acquisition costs, and development-related spending.
- Support lender reporting and requisition packages, coordinating with project managers and external stakeholders to meet draw deadlines.
- Monitor project-level cash flows and flag potential funding gaps or timing issues.
- Review and code vendor invoices, coordinate with outsourced accounts payable, and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist with audit preparation, external auditor requests, and year-end workpapers.
- Manage and reconcile intercompany accounts across a multi-entity portfolio.
- Identify and implement process improvements in financial reporting workflows and accounting procedures.
- Handle various administrative and recordkeeping tasks as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, with a focus on real estate development
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting principles
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Demonstrated curiosity and enthusiasm for process improvement
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree and/or CPA certification
- Familiarity with AIA billing processes and construction draw cycles
- Experience with Yardi Voyager or a comparable real estate accounting platform
- Familiarity with Sage Intacct
- Experience working within a multi-entity fund structure
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