Construction Accountant

Job Title: Construction AccountantReports To: ControllerOffice Location: Indianapolis, INWho is TWG?Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Indianapolis, IN TWG is a fully integrated real estate development company specializing in commercial, market rate, affordable and senior housing developments across the country. TWG is made up of three divisions: Development, Construction, and Property Management. We manage more than 10,000 units in 18 states. TWG is built around one core philosophy: Together, We Grow. Why you will be PROUD to Join TWG? You will be joining a team dedicated to achieving our core mission of providing quality housing for all. We are seeking a talented Accounting Professional who is interested in growing their career and helping us drive our mission forward. In return, we offer competitive salaries, career advancement opportunities and a complete benefits package.We can’t grow without you!Our team members are our greatest strength. We invest in our employees, so you have an opportunity to grow your career with us. If you are tenacious, honest, forward thinking, and believe we are strongest when we work together then TWG is the place for you!ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAdministration:Maintain necessary records of Development Draw Packages for assigned projectsTrack the progress of Development draws and follow up with necessary personnel for timely completionHelp create and document accounting proceduresAttend scheduled owner and staff meetingsOther duties as assigned from time to time by the ControllerAccounting:Reconcile monthly Development Project bank statementsPrepare monthly draw packages for submittal to lenders including Reconciliation of project receivables, Communicating with the Accounts Payable Department to resolve discrepancies, Correspondence with Senior Accountant for necessary entries into Viewpoint or Onesite, Compiling invoice support or other backup documentation to provide to lenders, and Preparation of lender exhibitsAssist with lender and/or inspector questionsRecord receipt of draws into accounting software and cut checksCommunicate with team members upon funding of drawsAssemble necessary items for equity installments and soft debt fundingReview closing proformas to gauge project performanceUpdate cash flow projections and flow of funds of project sources against total future usesCommunicate with Auditors on AUPs, Cost Certifications, 10% Tests, etc. and provide what is neededCommunication:Correspond with investors, lenders and management personnel in a timely and pleasant mannerContribute to an overall positive work environmentESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS Education:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is requiredExperience:3+ years of experience in loan processing/development draw preparation and/or review requiredUnderstanding of development or real estate accounting is requiredExperience with Viewpoint and Onesite accounting software is preferredExperience with cash flow analysis and forecasting is preferredKnowledge with equity and construction loan draw processing and draw package compilation within the real estate industry is highly preferredSkill Set:Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to solve practical problems and employ rational decision-making skillsProficient with Microsoft Office, in particular with ExcelMust be diligent in self-review of workAble to maintain their workload and meet deadlines with minimal supervisionDisclaimer: TWG participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.