Senior Staff Accountant (Operations)

Job Description

Job Description

The employer for this position is Phoenix Investors.

About Phoenix Investors

Phoenix Investors is a national commercial real estate firm headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, focused on revitalizing industrial and manufacturing properties across the United States and positively impacting the communities we serve.

Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Senior Staff Accountant (Operations) to join our growing accounting team. This role plays a critical part in supporting the financial operations of our real estate portfolio, with exposure to property accounting and an emphasis on operational accounting and tenant-level reconciliations.

The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting foundation, a proactive mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements for operational entities
• Prepare and assist with balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., bank reconciliations, fixed assets)
• Manage and administer the tenant cost recovery reconciliation process
• Analyze variances, review general ledger activity, and prepare journal entries/adjustments
• Ensure accurate tenant invoices for monthly rent and recoverable charges
• Monitor and manage recurring entries, including depreciation
• Support accounting department management in all aspects of accounting
• Support year-end audits, financial reviews, and tax preparation
• Assist with forecasting and long-term financial analysis
• Assist with other duties and special projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams (property management, construction, vendors, and tenants)
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and work both independently and collaboratively
• Positive, “can-do” attitude with a focus on continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in real estate or property accounting
• Familiarity with accounting ERP systems
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Perks

Phoenix offers comprehensive benefits, company-paid covered parking, and daily breakfast and lunch prepared by our on-site chefs, all designed to make your workday easier and more enjoyable.

• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Company-paid covered parking
• Company-paid breakfast and lunch
• Access to the company’s on-site state-of-the-art gym and wellness center
• Employer-paid massages

All salary estimates are provided by ZipRecruiter, not Phoenix. Phoenix is committed to offering a competitive salary based on experience.

Phoenix Investors is a Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based commercial real estate firm founded in 1994 by Frank P. Crivello, who leads the firm as Chairman & Founder alongside David M. Marks, Chief Executive Officer, and Anthony I. Crivello, President.


The firm specializes in acquiring, renovating and repositioning industrial real estate throughout the United States.
Phoenix Investors transforms former manufacturing plants, warehouses and underused industrial facilities into productive spaces for national tenants.


Its focus includes large properties previously owned by major corporations, real estate investment trusts (REITs) and financial institutions. Through industrial redevelopment, property leasing and sale-leaseback transactions, the firm helps businesses meet their space needs and unlock capital tied to real estate.


The firm has also expanded into the acquisition and repositioning of data center properties. Its affiliated companies hold interests in retail, office and single-tenant net-leased properties, complementing its core industrial real estate business.


Headquartered in downtown Milwaukee, Phoenix Investors offers career opportunities supporting commercial real estate investment, redevelopment and operations, with work that helps revitalize industrial properties and support business growth nationwide.

Company Description

Phoenix Investors is a Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based commercial real estate firm founded in 1994 by Frank P. Crivello, who leads the firm as Chairman & Founder alongside David M. Marks, Chief Executive Officer, and Anthony I. Crivello, President. \r \rThe firm specializes in acquiring, renovating and repositioning industrial real estate throughout the United States.\rPhoenix Investors transforms former manufacturing plants, warehouses and underused industrial facilities into productive spaces for national tenants. \r \rIts focus includes large properties previously owned by major corporations, real estate investment trusts (REITs) and financial institutions. Through industrial redevelopment, property leasing and sale-leaseback transactions, the firm helps businesses meet their space needs and unlock capital tied to real estate.\r \rThe firm has also expanded into the acquisition and repositioning of data center properties. Its affiliated companies hold interests in retail, office and single-tenant net-leased properties, complementing its core industrial real estate business.\r \rHeadquartered in downtown Milwaukee, Phoenix Investors offers career opportunities supporting commercial real estate investment, redevelopment and operations, with work that helps revitalize industrial properties and support business growth nationwide.