Senior Consultant - Property Accounting

Client Accounting Senior Consultant (Real Estate)

Managed Services and Outsourcing Solutions

Business Card Title: CAS Real Estate Accounting Senior Consultant

Type: Experienced Hire

Posting Title: CAS Real Estate Accounting Senior Consultant

Department: Client Advisory Services

Position Summary:

CohnReznick currently has an exciting career opportunity with the Client Advisory Services team. We are looking for a Senior Consultant- Real Estate Accounting to join our team.

The Managed Services and Outsourcing solution team is a rapidly growing team, where we partner with our clients to perform accounting and technology services. Our goal is to leverage the best staff, cutting edge technology, and efficient processes to exceed our clients expectations. Some of our services include outsourced accounting, financial statement close assistance, virtual controller/CFO services, and accounting technology solution development

A Client Accounting Senior Consultant assumes responsibility for managing multiple clients and staff. The Senior Consultant oversees the performance of client service teams and all related activity. The Senior Consultant can perform all tasks related to client service and sees that assignments are accomplished within the budgeted time. This role takes on responsibility of the professional and technical development of the staff.

If you are:

• A highly dedicated professional with impressive credentials and driven by new challenges and growth opportunities
• A team player who believes in providing world-class client service and interested in becoming immersed in various industries
• Looking for a work environment that values and promotes camaraderie, collaboration and giving back to the community

We offer:

• Endless opportunities to contribute to the 11th largest professional services firm in the US
• A unique culture that values collaboration in everything we do
• A team of professionals driven by a sense of excellence, integrity, commitment to lifelong learning, respect for one another, adaptability, and making a difference
• A network of 2,700 professionals committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and giving back to the communities in which we live and work
• Varied career paths supported by strong professional development programs and resources
• A flexible work environment with competitive benefits

Look ahead. Imagine more. And consider joining the CohnReznick team.

Tasks:

• Lead and oversee Real Estate accounting team:
• Responsible for client execution and delivery, including timely, accurate and quality delivery of client work by team and closely work with Clients based in the US region.
• Demonstrates ability to independently perform complex accounting services for client.
• Will play a crucial role in finance and accounting for real estate properties.
• Lead global team with client work and developing skills, including but not limited to:
• Providing guidance and training to the team on accounting principles and calculations
• Handling escalations from clients and/or internal stakeholders
• Understanding voice of the client and providing solutions and improvements to client work
• Look for cross sell opportunities to provide value to your clients.
• Lead the Infor ERP implementation process, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth and successful implementation.
• Manage the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, and other GL accounts ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions
• Timely complete duties associated with managing teams, including but not limited to:
• Ensuring team is
• Entering time accurately and timely
• Maintaining billable hours
• Working within budget and time parameters
• Has appropriate client work for skill set and capacity
• Developing skills for career growth
• Meeting goals and benchmarks for performance and execution of client work, such as delivering monthly financials, etc.
• Completing performance reviews, constructively and timely, both written and oral; as well as provides ongoing feedback throughout the performance year
• Preparation/review Tenant CAM reconciliations.
• Inputting and maintaining tenant lease information in Yardi accounting system.
• Process Payable disbursement for mortgages, property taxes, insurance premiums, etc.
• Preparation/review of annual 1099 & other filings.
• Complete duties associated with managing clients, including but not limited to:
• Exceeding clients expectations
• Completing client billings timely

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• Developing and maintaining client relationship, including proactive communications
• Managing accounts receivable
• Develops expertise in use of all technology necessary for performance execution
• Ensures quality control procedures are being executed
• Identify areas for process improvement for client work and/or practice operations
• Become a subject matter expert for the industry vertical(s) you are supporting
• Seeks opportunities to participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention and team-building activities
• Conducts oneself professionally and always shows respect to others; maintains poise under pressure, especially during stressful times and during peak periods of client engagement activity
• Follows regulations and professional ethics of the AICPA and the state society
• Maintains appropriate compliance with all firm wide and local office policies and procedures
• Proactively develop relationships and proactive communications with clients, staff, and internal stakeholders.
• Responds timely and accurately to internal team and client requests
• Solicit internal experts from across the Firm to assist in marketing & selling Firm services to existing clients

Required Skills and Expertise:

• M.com/MBA/CMA with 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles, preferably in the real estate industry.
• Well versed in Yardi/MRI/real estate accounting software and should have relevant experience in Property Accounting, Client relationship management, Team management, Process improvements, Preparing Financials and other Client reporting.
• Perform/review Property/Lease set-up/Tenant lease/Utilities-, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable related activities in the accounting platform.
• Proven experience in financial management, reporting, and analysis.
• Experience in managing a team and driving results through effective leadership.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in financial reporting.
• Proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes and procedures such as cash management, AR/AP, month end close, payroll and benefits
• Strong U.S GAAP experience along with hands on experience performing controllership functions related to consolidations, GL close and financial reporting.
• QBO, Yardi Voyager and MRI experience preferred.
• Strong project and time management skills
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and effectively meet critical deadlines.
• Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis.