Senior Construction Accountant
About the Company
Moceri is a family-owned, multi-generational real estate development, construction, and investment company with a legacy dating back to the early 1950s. Known for luxury residences, master‑planned communities, and high-end developments, Moceri continues to expand its diversified portfolio across Southeast Michigan. Our organization is financially strong, operationally sophisticated, and committed to excellence in every project and every client interaction.
We are currently seeking a Senior Construction Accountant who is ready for a significant leadership opportunity.
Role Overview
The Senior Construction Accountant is a critical member of our leadership pipeline and will oversee accounting functions across multiple entities, projects, and business lines. This position partners closely with the CFO, project management teams, lenders, and ownership. It requires an individual who thrives in a high-performance environment, operates with exceptional accuracy, and is eager to take on increasing responsibility.
This role is ideal for a construction accounting professional seeking a path to executive leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Construction & Project Accounting
Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple construction and development projects.
Set up project budgets, estimates, AIA contracts, and cost structures.
Issue and manage subcontracts and purchase orders.
Oversee job cost tracking, variance analysis, and monthly project financial reporting.
Ensure timely filing of Notice of Commencements (NOC) and other compliance documents.
Maintain accurate work-in-progress (WIP) schedules.
Financial Reporting & Leadership
Prepare monthly accrual-basis financial statements for multiple entities.
Partner with CFO to provide financial analysis, project evaluations, and cash flow insights.
Support long-term forecasting, capital planning, and multi-entity consolidations.
Communicate with lenders and financial partners regarding project requirements and draw schedules.
Strengthen internal controls, accounting processes, and workflow efficiencies.
Serve as a key contributor to strategic financial decision-making.
Over time, this role will expand to include:
Oversight of the entire accounting function
Multi-entity financial stewardship
High-level reporting to ownership and executive leadership
Participation in company-wide planning and strategic initiatives
Qualifications
Required
10+ years of progressive experience in construction or real estate development accounting.
Demonstrated experience with job costing, project financials, and construction reporting.
Strong proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (QuickBooks, Buildertrend, AppFolio preferred).
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate with project management and executives.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and accountable.
High level of IT and technical skill.
Pay: From $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person