Development/Project Accountant

Job Summary:

A Development/Project Accountant plays a crucial role in managing the financial aspects of development projects, often within the real estate or construction industries. The Development Accountant will work closely with members of the finance team and development team to contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of both the Accounting and Development teams.

As a Development/Project Accountant, your responsibilities will be:

Project Cost Management

• Monitoring project budgets, expenses, and financial performance.
• Tracking and reconciling project costs, invoices, and payments.
• Ensuring accurate job costing and cost allocation.
• Analyzing budget variances and providing financial reports.

Financial Reporting

• Preparing financial statements and reports for development projects.
• Generating progress reports and forecasts.
• Providing financial analysis to project managers and stakeholders.

Funding and Draws

• Managing the process of obtaining funding from lenders and investors.
• Preparing and submitting draw requests.
• Ensuring compliance with loan agreements and funding requirements.

Accounting Operations

• Maintaining accurate financial records.
• Processing accounts payable and receivable.
• Performing general ledger reconciliations.
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Collaboration and Communication

• Working closely with project managers, developers, contractors, and lenders.
• Communicating financial information clearly and effectively.
• Responding to inquiries from stakeholders.

Perform all reasonable requests for assistance from the Controller and VPs in the Development Team to assist in the accounting, reporting, compliance and development and project requirements of the Company.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the real estate or construction industry.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of job cost accounting.
• Ability to work with lenders and investors.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to coordinate job cost analysis on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-starter.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• The ability to analyze and problem solve.
• Ability to adapt to advancing technology.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, and demanding environment.

Competencies: Financial Acumen, Technical Expertise, Project Management, Attention to Detail, Problem-Solving, Communication, Teamwork, Integrity and Trust, and Time Management.

This job description is not meant to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. MLP reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter to employment@mauiland.com.

We embrace the value of a vibrant and diverse workforce and strive to be a diverse, flexible, and inclusive employer. We engage, enable, and empower our people and support their individual needs.

More information on Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc.:

Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. (NYSE: MLP) is dedicated to the thoughtful stewardship of over 22,000 acres of land along with approximately 260,000 square feet of commercial properties. Founded as a family company in 1909, today MLP envisions a future where Maui residents thrive in more resilient communities with additional housing opportunities, food and water security, and renewed connections of people and place. For over a century, MLP has built a legacy of authentic innovation through conservation, agriculture, community building, and land management. Our mission is to carefully maximize the productive use of our assets in a way that honors the past, meets the critical needs of the present, and enables a thriving future.

Company assets include land for future residential communities within the world-renowned Kapalua Resort, home to luxury hotels such as The Ritz-Carlton Maui and Montage Kapalua Bay, two championship golf courses, pristine beaches, a network of walking and hiking trails and the Pu‘u Kukui Watershed, the largest private nature preserve in Hawai‘i.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Progressive Accounting: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lahaina, HI 96761 (Required)

Work Location: In person