Construction Finance Specialist at Lincoln Property Company in Los Angeles, CA

Job description

• The Construction Finance Specialist supports the financial administration of Lincoln's construction and development projects. This role tracks project budgets, processes draw requests, and assists with financial reporting for projects under construction.

Responsibilities

• Track construction project budgets, committed costs, and change orders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and process construction draw requests, coordinating required documentation with project managers, lenders, and general contractors.
• Assist with monthly job cost reporting and budget-to-actual variance analysis for assigned projects.
• Reconcile construction-related invoices, retainage, and lien waiver documentation.
• Support the preparation of project financial status reports for internal and client stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Development, Construction Management, and Property Accounting teams to ensure accurate cost tracking.
• Maintain organized project finance files and documentation to support audits and lender reviews.
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis related to construction and development activity.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required.
• 2-4 years of experience in construction finance, real estate finance, or project accounting.
• Working knowledge of construction draw processes and job cost accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with construction draw or project accounting systems a plus.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Skills

Required

• Job cost accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Attention to detail
• Effective communication skills

Benefits

• Lincoln Property Company offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-Paid Life insurance
• Company-Paid Long Term Disability
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, Traditional and Roth, with applicable eligibility requirements
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) or vacation benefits, depending on position classification
• Paid sick leave and other legally required leave programs
• Employee assistance and wellness programs where available
• Company-paid holidays
• Additional voluntary benefit offerings that may vary by location and position
• Benefit eligibility, coverage levels, waiting periods, and plan provisions are governed by the applicable plan documents and Company policies and may be modified from time to time at the Company's discretion.
• Healthcare Benefits Notice: Eligible employees may participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision benefit plans. Additional details regarding available healthcare benefits will be provided during the hiring process and upon employment eligibility.
• $60,000 - $70,000 USD
• Compensation- Lincoln Property Company is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices. The salary or hourly pay range for this position has been established based on market data, job responsibilities, internal equity, geographic location, experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. Actual compensation may vary within the posted range based on these considerations. Certain positions may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, incentives, commissions, or other forms of compensation where applicable.