What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant - Minneapolis Regional Office position at Dominium?
Dominium is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis – and we’re looking for motivated candidates to join our team and help further our mission. With offices in Minneapolis, Atlanta, Dallas and Phoenix, Dominium is one of the nation’s most respected and innovative affordable housing development and management companies. We create quality, affordable homes and engage with our residents daily to create a strong sense of community and connectivity.
Join us in making a difference in people’s lives every day at a company where you can challenge yourself to develop both personally and professionally.
Position Summary
The Project Accountant manages project finances, ensuring accuracy and compliance. They reconcile draws to project costs, process wire transfers, and prepare progress payment draws. They also review project financials, including budget variances and cash flow, and ensure contractor invoices are accurate. The role involves working with lenders, title companies, and internal teams, providing audit support, and assisting with forecasting, reporting, and other special projects.
Essential Functions
About Us: Dominium is one of the leading affordable housing development and property management companies nationwide. We operate in approximately 20 states and employ over 1,200 employees. For 50 years, we have offered excellence to the development and management of affordable housing communities across the United States. Dominium’s values – creating long-term value, developing people, integrity, and growth – are built upon our company’s mission and vision. We offer a competitive salary, incentive bonus program, training and development programs, career growth opportunities and community volunteer and outreach programs. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Life & Disability, Paid Time Off, 401(K), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Recognition & Wellness Programs.
Dominium is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Dominium is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Join us in making a difference in people’s lives every day at a company where you can challenge yourself to develop both personally and professionally.
Position Summary
The Project Accountant manages project finances, ensuring accuracy and compliance. They reconcile draws to project costs, process wire transfers, and prepare progress payment draws. They also review project financials, including budget variances and cash flow, and ensure contractor invoices are accurate. The role involves working with lenders, title companies, and internal teams, providing audit support, and assisting with forecasting, reporting, and other special projects.
Essential Functions
- Reconciles draws to project costs, ensuring balance sheet accounts are accurate.
- Processes wire transfers for contractor payments, accounts payable, and other financial transfers.
- Prepares and submits progress payment draws, ensuring all documents are accurate.
- Prepares monthly reviews of project financials, including budget variances and cash flow projections.
- Reviews contractor invoices and payment applications for accuracy and compliance.
- Works closely with lenders, title companies, fiscal agents, housing authorities, and internal teams.
- Provides documentation and support for internal and external audits.
- Assists with ad hoc tasks like forecasting, reporting, or financial analysis; and other projects as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2 years of accounting experience, real estate industry accounting preferred.
- Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office; and the ability to navigate file structures efficiently.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently to complete goals.
About Us: Dominium is one of the leading affordable housing development and property management companies nationwide. We operate in approximately 20 states and employ over 1,200 employees. For 50 years, we have offered excellence to the development and management of affordable housing communities across the United States. Dominium’s values – creating long-term value, developing people, integrity, and growth – are built upon our company’s mission and vision. We offer a competitive salary, incentive bonus program, training and development programs, career growth opportunities and community volunteer and outreach programs. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Life & Disability, Paid Time Off, 401(K), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Recognition & Wellness Programs.
Dominium is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Dominium is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Salary : $60,000 - $67,000
