Fund Accounting & Reporting Analyst - Real Estate Investments

Overview

Employer: DWS Group

Title: Fund Accounting & Reporting Analyst - Real Estate Investments

Location: Chicago

Join us at DWS, an industry-leading firm with a global presence. We are looking for creative thinkers and innovators to help investors achieve their goals and shape the future of investing. This is a hybrid role within the Illiquid Asset Operations group in Chicago.

This position is in the Fund Finance & Reporting group at RREEF Management, LLC, a real estate investment advisor and wholly owned subsidiary of DWS. The Fund Finance & Reporting group oversees outsourced fund administration functions including property and fund accounting, client reporting and performance measurement for all RREEF-advised direct real estate vehicles in the U.S. (approximately $36 billion assets under management).

The successful candidate will support the timely and accurate reporting of financial deliverables from fund administrators to our clients and various RREEF teams, including Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Transactions, Client Advisory Group, Capital Markets, and Compliance.

• Maintain strong cross-functional relationships and communicate with the IAO and other RREEF groups to support department and company initiatives.

• Serve as primary contact and reviewer for select real estate vehicles, including monthly accounting close packages, quarterly financing statements, annual audit reports, loan compliance, and quarterly consultant reporting, as required.

• Interact with external contacts such as Fund Administrators, auditors, tax advisors, and other third-party service providers.

• Collaborate on deliverables and projects with other RREEF teams including Portfolio Management, CFO group, Asset Management, Transactions, Client Advisory Group, and Capital Markets.

• Coordinate approval and payment of fund-level invoices with the fund administrator.

• Prioritize and track calendar deliverables across multiple real estate vehicles.

• Assist with the review of investor-related reporting deliverables.

• Liaise with third-party tax providers to monitor the filing of annual tax returns (1099s, K-1s).

• Complete ad hoc projects to improve efficiency and processes.

• Stay educated on real estate and accounting industry updates and trainings, including new accounting literature and PREA reporting standards.

• Four-year college degree required with a concentration in accounting or related business field.

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in public accounting and/or real estate accounting.

• CPA preferred.

• Real estate accounting knowledge in fair market value and historical cost method preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Motivated, self-starter with the ability to problem solve.

• Ability to take direction and work in a team environment.

We offer a diverse, inclusive culture with benefits and perks to support physical, emotional, and financial wellness. The specific benefits are available to personalize to your lifestyle, including healthcare, retirement plans, and company perks.

The salary range for this position in Chicago is $52,000 to $98,000. Actual salaries may be based on factors including skill set, experience, education, location, and other qualifications. Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or other remuneration.

DWS supports a hybrid working model designed to balance in-person collaboration with remote work. The split varies by business group and will be discussed during the application process. We will review our working environment to best suit our people.

If you require adjustments to the interview process for any reason, including a disability or health condition, please contact your recruiter to discuss options.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and to equal opportunity for all applicants. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. For more information, please review the company privacy notices and equal opportunity statements as applicable.