Senior Real Estate Accountant in Greenwich, Connecticut

Real Estate Accountant

Expanding real estate investment and lending institution, is seeking a strong Real Estate Accountant. This individual will assist with cash management, accounts receivable, loans and property accounting for a portfolio of commercial and mixed-used properties. This role also offers close mentorship from a great mentor and significant potential for growth in our highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee accounting duties for commercial and mixed-use properties

• Assist in maintaining loan system and database for all loans

• Prepare financial statements for assigned portfolios

• Analyze/prepare annual CAM reconciliations

• Analyze the general ledger for each property and prepare monthly journal entries

• Calculate accruals and adjustments

• Maintain detailed workpaper files on a monthly basis for each investment

• Review results of operations and provide detailed explanations of variances

• Review invoices to ensure correct account coding and expense allocations

• Prepare reconciliations of all cash accounts, reserves and escrows

• Monitor cash balances and request capital funding or distributions, as needed

• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules

• Calculate real estate tax and operating expense escalations

• Interact with asset managers, leasing agents, and property managers

• Assist in the resolution of tenant billing inquiries with accounts receivable and legal departments

• Compile financial information for analysts during debt refinances and/or sales of properties

• Prepare annual budget and reforecast

• Prepare real estate tax filings

• Interact with various audit firms for annual audits and tax return preparation

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

• Background in public accounting or private industry within the real estate industry

• Knowledge of Yardi, MRI, Nortridge or similar software is preferred

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Self-starter with strong ability to organize and prioritize

• Strong Microsoft Excel capabilities

• Detail-oriented, proactive team player who can also work independently

Compensation:

• Salary competitive and commensurate with experience

• Vacation, Health and dental insurance

• Catered daily lunch

• Retirement benefits