Senior Accountant - Development

Job DetailsJob Location: Columbus, OH 43215Position Type: Full TimeSenior Accountant – Development   Who We Are: Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 16,000 housing units in 18 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance. Position Summary: Development Accounting is a dynamic and collaborative accounting team that provides a flexible and supportive work environment. We work closely with our construction, management and corporate accounting teams ensuring a seamless transition throughout the development process. We are committed to helping professionals grow by offering hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to develop their technical and professional skills. We are looking for a passionate and motivated accounting professional who is eager to learn, contribute to a fast-paced environment, and grow their career within our accounting team. Who You’ll Report To: The Senior Accountant will report to the Development Controller What You’ll Own: Own the financial oversight of 10–15 construction-in-progress properties by preparing and reviewing monthly construction draw packages, ensuring accurate sources and uses while maintaining compliance with loan documents and partnership agreements. Lead the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations. Lead accounting cycles by managing month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations that keep our financial reporting accurate and timely. Oversee invoice processing and timely vendor payments, maintaining strong vendor relationships and adherence to internal controls and company policies. Monitor general ledger activity, identify and research discrepancies, and resolve issues to keep financial reporting accurate. Drive efficient financial operations by overseeing invoice processing and vendor payments while maintaining strong relationships with partners and ensuring compliance with internal controls and company policies. Manage cash flow and financial activity by reconciling bank accounts and monitoring property-level cash management for assigned developments. Support key financial objectives by assisting with audits and tax preparation, including compiling schedules and documentation for external auditors. Play a key role in major transactions by preparing equity and construction loan closing draws and recording property acquisitions. Partner across teams by collaborating with construction accounting, corporate accounting, and management accounting to support smooth financial operations and successful project execution. QualificationsWho You Are: Excellent verbal and communication skills. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office. Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment. Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences and delays. Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.   What You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required. Minimum of 3 years of intermediate level experience. Real Estate accounting experience preferred.   What You’ll Get: We offer competitive wages and annual bonus opportunities. Benefits include: Medical, Dental and Vision Short Term Disability and Life Insurance 401k with Company Match 100% Employee-Owned Company with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 12 Days Paid Time Off 8 Paid Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays! Fitness Reimbursement Professional Development Reimbursement