Senior Development Accountant

Impact Seven

. Lead accounting for Impact Development Group, development and general contracting projects, and related entities from predevelopment through stabilization and closeout .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeWausau • Wisconsin • United StatesSenior💰 $70,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting processes, financial reporting, and compliance within development and construction projects. Proficient in managing project accounting, preparing financial statements, and ensuring adherence to GAAP and regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In AccountingGenerally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Project Accounting ManagementYardi Voyager ExperienceSection 3 Compliance

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingGeneral-Ledger AccountingReconciliationsBudget-To-Actual ReportingConstruction Draw PreparationCost CertificationsAccounting Systems ImprovementData Analysis Using ExcelAccounting CalculationsInternal Controls

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention To DetailTeam CollaborationAbility To Work Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelHUD Reporting SystemsLIHTCAffordable Housing DevelopmentERP/Accounting Systems

Industry Keywords

Impact Development GroupConstruction AccountingProject CloseoutsProperty-Level Financial ReportingSection 3 Worker Documentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead accounting for Impact Development Group, development and general contracting projects, and related entities from predevelopment through stabilization and closeout
Prepare financial statements, maintain general ledgers, and complete month-end accounting
Manage project accounting through predevelopment, construction, lease-up, stabilization, and closeout
Prepare construction draws and cost certifications; maintain sources-and-uses schedules; reconcile project expenditures to approved budgets
Manage contractor and construction payables, including contracts, commitments, retainage, change orders, lien waivers, and supporting documentation
Establish and maintain accounting processes for general contractor activity
Prepare budget-to-actual reports, remaining-cost projections, and commitment schedules; identify and communicate overruns and funding gaps
Maintain property-level financial reporting during development, lease-up, and stabilization
Support development underwriting, financial models, funding applications, and project projections
Support audits, tax returns, cost certifications, regulatory reviews, and compliance requirements
Coordinate entity administration, project closeouts, and transition of completed projects to Property Accounting
Improve accounting systems, internal controls, workflows, templates, and documentation
Coordinate accounting information across development, Finance, Property Management, Asset Management, lenders, investors, contractors, and outside accountants
Serve as Impact Seven’s internal Section 3 lead; prepare project plans and coordinate requirements with contractors and subcontractors
Collect and validate Section 3 worker, labor-hour, and contracting documentation; monitor benchmarks and follow up on exceptions
Complete Section 3 filings and system submissions; maintain audit-ready records; support compliance reviews and audits
Build internal Section 3 knowledge and processes
Report to the Controller

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible accounting experience
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with general-ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and accounting systems
Development or construction accounting experience preferred
Experience with Section 3, certified payroll, HUD reporting systems, LIHTC, affordable housing development, Yardi Voyager, or a similar ERP/accounting system especially valuable
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to perform basic algebra and accounting calculations
Ability to use spreadsheets or other database tools to summarize information and calculate amounts
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
Problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work with diverse groups of people
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Valid driver’s license with current state minimum vehicle insurance
Ability to work flexible schedule and cope with pressure and challenges

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ability to work flexible schedule
Attendance at job-related seminars, conferences, and workshops to maintain education and professional expertise
Training sessions
Process improvement and professional development opportunities