Gilder Search Group
Property Accounting Manager
Gilder Search Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
A growing Real Estate firm seeks a dynamic and driven Property Accounting Manager to join its Chicago office who is responsible for the review and oversight of the property accounting financials, accounting month-end close, monthly variance analysis, and the coaching & development of staff. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of GAAP, a desire to challenge the status quo and having a flexible attitude are key attributes we are seeking. Experience within Real Estate is preferred.
Responsibilities
: Oversee and manage third-party accounting team Review consolidated analysis and journal entries prepared by third- party accounting team for the entire portfolio Collaborate with the Joint Venture Reporting Manager as needed on monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for operational entities Work closely with community operations staff and asset managers Review monthly variances from budget and assist with variance explanations and corrections Review/assist community operations team and asset managers with annual budget preparation Review and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures, and resolve accounting related issues Review ledger detail, adjusting journal entries, and supporting monthly schedules Review property acquisition and disposition journal entries Prepare the financial reporting for sold entities including completion of re-prorations between buyer and seller Provide guidance on the company’s accounting policies by leading training sessions Review bank reconciliations and journal entries as needed Ensure property accounting team meets all internal and external deadlines Update and identify improvement to Standard Operating Procedures & Best Practice Memos Assist review/lead ad hoc projects as needed Occasional travel may be necessary as needed Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management Must be able to complete all physical requirements of this role with or without a reasonable accommodation Qualifications : 1-3 years of supervisor experience and 8 years of accounting experience in Real Estate industry (required) Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA or Masters’ preferred Strong knowledge of GAAP compliancy Excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills Drive and desire to learn new technologies and grow technical and functional skill sets You'll crush it if you have experience with Yardi/Entrata Implementing process improvements and being highly adaptable Passion for making business processes more efficient and successful Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment Acquisitions/Dispositions
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: Oversee and manage third-party accounting team Review consolidated analysis and journal entries prepared by third- party accounting team for the entire portfolio Collaborate with the Joint Venture Reporting Manager as needed on monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for operational entities Work closely with community operations staff and asset managers Review monthly variances from budget and assist with variance explanations and corrections Review/assist community operations team and asset managers with annual budget preparation Review and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures, and resolve accounting related issues Review ledger detail, adjusting journal entries, and supporting monthly schedules Review property acquisition and disposition journal entries Prepare the financial reporting for sold entities including completion of re-prorations between buyer and seller Provide guidance on the company’s accounting policies by leading training sessions Review bank reconciliations and journal entries as needed Ensure property accounting team meets all internal and external deadlines Update and identify improvement to Standard Operating Procedures & Best Practice Memos Assist review/lead ad hoc projects as needed Occasional travel may be necessary as needed Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management Must be able to complete all physical requirements of this role with or without a reasonable accommodation Qualifications : 1-3 years of supervisor experience and 8 years of accounting experience in Real Estate industry (required) Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA or Masters’ preferred Strong knowledge of GAAP compliancy Excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills Drive and desire to learn new technologies and grow technical and functional skill sets You'll crush it if you have experience with Yardi/Entrata Implementing process improvements and being highly adaptable Passion for making business processes more efficient and successful Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment Acquisitions/Dispositions
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