Senior Project Accountant

About the role

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan (LSS) is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join their Accounting team. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, hybrid role, with required in-office presence every Thursday in West Allis or Eau Claire.

Responsibilities

• Support a specialized accounting function focused on the financial management of rental properties, including HUD and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties.
• Ensure financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness while partnering closely with internal and external stakeholders.
• Record and manage rental income and property-related expenses in compliance with GAAP.
• Prepare monthly accruals, prepaid expenses, and intercompany billings.
• Maintain balance sheet integrity and complete monthly account reconciliations.
• Manage banking activity, including cash transfers and positive pay.
• Track allowance for doubtful accounts and tenant subledger activity.
• Record construction draws for new development projects (as applicable).
• Collaborate with property managers and operations teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Partner with investors and external stakeholders on project financial matters.
• Participate in annual property budgets.
• Forecast cash flow, income, and expenses.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support profitability.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and fluctuation analyses.
• Lead HUD and LIHTC audits and complete REAC annual reporting.
• Review operating and management agreements to ensure compliance.
• Support Form 990 tax reporting when applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA a plus).
• 3+ years of experience in financial accounting and/or auditing.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Experience explaining financial concepts to non-accounting partners.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and judgment.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with a customer-service orientation.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to meet LSS motor vehicle and insurance requirements.