Project Accountant – Residential Homebuilding
Location: Sarasota, FL (On-Site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Privada Homes
Privada Homes is a growing residential homebuilder committed to delivering exceptional homes and communities across Florida. We take pride in our craftsmanship, attention to detail, and dedication to building neighborhoods where families thrive. To support our continued growth, we are seeking a skilled Project Accountant to join our team onsite in Sarasota.
Position Overview
The Project Accountant will oversee financial operations for residential construction and land development projects. This role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with accounting and project management software, and the ability to collaborate across departments—including purchasing, construction management, lenders, and attorneys.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain accurate job cost records: budgets, commitments, change orders, and actuals
Process vendor invoices, subcontractor draws, and payments
Manage construction loan draws, ensuring accuracy and timely submission to lenders
Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, reconciliations, and adjusting entries
Review residential home closing statements prepared by attorneys/title companies
Track land development and overhead costs; prepare variance analysis and reports
Collaborate closely with the Purchasing Manager to ensure accurate and timely project budgeting
Provide timely, accurate financial reporting to leadership
Use Buildertrend or comparable construction accounting software to maintain project financials
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in residential construction or land development
Experience with Buildertrend, BuildPro, Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint, or similar software
Proficiency with QuickBooks
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Strong IT skills; ability to adopt and optimize systems
Analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to work onsite in Sarasota, FL
What Privada Homes Offers
Competitive salary
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Career growth opportunities with a dynamic, growing builder
Supportive, team-oriented culture where your contributions matter