Global Real Estate Accounting is seeking a qualified, detail oriented, high energy, and self-initiating Accounting Analyst. You will be responsible for assisting in the month end financial close and reporting.
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage a high volume and diverse portfolio of work which may include all aspects of lease accounting, including establishing, modifying, and reviewing lease accounting schedules for completeness and accuracy in accordance with ASC 842 and IFRS 16.
- Month-end close, including developing or reviewing accrual estimates, posting journal entries to the general ledger, perform monthly reconciliation and certification of balance sheet accounts.
- Investigate monthly balance sheet, income statement and general ledger account variances and provide written explanations.
- Support ad hoc reporting and analysis across Global Real Estate as needed.
- Identify exceptions to standards, determining underlying causes and escalating to the supervisor and/or partners as appropriate.
- Establish and maintain relationships with finance and operations groups in Global Real Estate as well as Line of Business contacts.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:
- Bachelors' degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent required; ACCA/CGMA preferred
- Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience required in accounting or finance with demonstrated career progression
- Strong analytical and financial skills with a track record of execution against deliverables
- Strong attention to detail and a structured mindset with process/continuous improvement and innovative thinking
- Self-starter with initiative, ability to take ownership and work independently as well as contribute to the broader team
- Ability to multi-task, adapt to change, work collaboratively and succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Experience preferred with automated financial systems (SAP) and worksheet modeling tools (Excel)
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:
- Public accounting experience and/or large corporate experience preferred
- Proficient in excel
- VBA/programming skills as a plus