Accounting Analyst

Managing the intersection of accounting precision and asset management insight, this position offers a chance to deepen expertise in real estate investment analysis within a streamlined financial team. The role emphasizes advanced financial review and valuation support, providing exposure to fund-level accounting and property performance without routine transactional bookkeeping. It suits professionals ready to expand beyond core accounting into strategic asset evaluation and reporting. Responsibilities Analyze and validate monthly and quarterly financial statements prepared under U.S. GAAP or modified tax basis for multiple entities and investment funds. Perform preferred return and waterfall distribution calculations to support fund-level investor allocations. Review and reconcile financial data prepared by external administrators and internal accounting personnel to ensure accuracy. Monitor and allocate corporate expenses across various business units and entities. Assist in preparing capital call notices and distribution statements for investors, alongside quarterly reporting deliverables. Conduct variance analyses on property-level budgets, rent rolls, and operating reports to explain fluctuations in net operating income and occupancy metrics. Support quarterly asset valuations through discounted cash flow modeling, cap rate assessments, and sensitivity analyses, flagging notable trends or discrepancies. Qualifications Must-Have Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Three to five years of accounting experience, preferably within real estate, fund accounting, or investment management environments. Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP principles, including both cash and accrual accounting methods. Proficiency in advanced Excel functions, including financial modeling and multi-entity reporting. Experience with preferred return and waterfall calculations. Strong attention to detail with the ability to critically review and interpret financial information. Self-directed and organized, comfortable working independently in a lean operational setting. Nice-to-Have Background in public accounting. Familiarity with valuation methodologies and real estate asset management concepts. Exposure to lease analysis, including tenant improvements, free rent, and net effective rent calculations. #J-18808-Ljbffr