Description
Manages a broad range of accounting tasks and/or financial reporting activities for a large, complex client. Includes the management of such functions as Lease Administration and Real Estate accounting as well as payroll allocation and client invoicing processes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages all or one of the following: lease administration, real estate accounting and payroll processing. Establishes overall departmental priorities and ensures that all deadlines are met.
Produces a variety of routine and ad hoc financial reports, packages and pro forma analyses for senior management.
Participates in the research, development and preparation of accounting policies and procedures, as required.
Manages special projects and prepares presentations for senior management.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversees accounting activities performed by the Real Estate Accounting Services and Portfolio Advisory Services teams. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university in Accounting or Finance. Requires a minimum of six years related experience to include at least two years in a lead or supervisory capacity.
CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES
CPA or MBA (graduate degree) preferred, but not required (depending on experience).
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to apply excellent written and verbal communication skills to accurately explain/report activity. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues and work collaboratively with business partners, key employees, top management, and client groups on various projects.
FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE
Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate complex figures. Ability to forecast and prepare budgets. Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports. Broad, in-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), concepts.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex financial information and transactions and accounting principles. Ability to independently research complex accounting transactions/issues. Ability to problem-solve, both independently and working as a team. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills. Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.
OTHER SKILLS and/or ABILITIES
Strong technical skills, including specific knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.). Prior experience creating various allocation models is a plus. Broad experience with other software and financial systems is desired such as JD Edwards, PeopleSoft Financials and Cognos Planning. Knowledge of real estate service industry and terminology is helpful. Strong work ethic and adaptable.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans
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