What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Metropolitan Development Group LLC?
About the Role
Metropolitan Development Group is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee core accounting functions, supports accurate financial reporting, and manages project-based/job cost accounting activities. This role requires hands-on Sage Intacct experience and a strong understanding of job cost accounting in a project-driven environment. The position will be full time in our Tysons Corner Virginia location.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly accruals
- Review and approve monthly bank and cash account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of reconciling items
- Coordinate cash funding activities, including intercompany transfers and ensure sufficient liquidity for operations
- Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Maintain and analyze job cost accounting, including project costs, margins, and variance analysis
- Ensure accurate allocation of labor, materials, and overhead to jobs/projects
- Utilize Sage Intacct for job costing, financial reporting, and system maintenance
- Review balance sheet and income statement accounts for accuracy and completeness
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and project cost reporting
- Assist with tax accountants for tax preparation for various entities and support schedules as necessary
- Identify and implement process improvements and strengthen internal controls
- Coordinate insurance renewals, schedules, and supporting documentation
- Partner with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate cost tracking and reporting
- Supervise Staff accountant
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience
- Required: Direct, hands-on experience with Sage Intacct
- Required: Strong knowledge of job cost or project-based accounting
- Solid understanding of GAAP
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in construction, real estate development, professional services, or other project-based environments
- Experience with multi-entity accounting
Why Join Us
At Metropolitan Development Group, we are dedicated to creating and maintaining high-quality residential communities with the goal of a long-term hold. You will be involved in every aspect of the real estate process from site acquisitions to disposition and operations of each community. You’ll join a collaborative, growth-oriented team that values innovation, operational excellence, and long-term success.