Real Estate (Construction) Client Accounting - Manager

Overview

The organization is seeking a Manager to join the Real Estate team within the Client Accounting Advisory practice.

This is a hybrid firm. While the role is considered remote and does not require duties to be performed within proximity of an office location, remote employees may be required to be present at an office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Real Estate accounting team, responsible for client execution and timely delivery of client work product by team members
• Independently perform and assist with complex accounting services for clients
• Lead global team efforts, including developing skills and providing guidance and training on accounting principles and calculations
• Handle client inquiries and/or internal stakeholder inquiries, and provide solutions and improvements based on understanding of the industry and client challenges
• Identify cross-selling opportunities to provide value to clients
• Lead complex client engagements for general contractors, specialty trade contractors, and construction management firms, ensuring exceptional client service and engagement profitability
• Advise clients on construction-specific accounting matters, including:
  • Revenue recognition
  • Work-in-process (WIP) reporting
  • Job costing
  • Change orders
  • Retainage
  • Claims
  • Project forecasting
• Review and analyze WIP schedules, backlog reports, gross profit fade/gain analyses, and project performance metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Provide guidance on cash flow management, working capital optimization, equipment utilization, and overhead allocation methodologies
• Mentor and develop managers and staff in construction accounting methodologies, industry best practices, and client relationship management
• Timely complete duties associated with managing teams, ensuring goals and benchmarks are met for performance and execution of client work (e.g., delivering monthly financials, developing skills for career growth, working within budget and time parameters)
• Manage clients and maintain client relationships, including proactive communications, exceeding client expectations, completing client billings timely, and assisting with accounts receivable management
• Develop expertise in use of all technology necessary for performance execution; ensure quality control procedures are executed and adhered to by all team members
• Identify areas for process improvement for client work and/or practice operations
• Participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention, and team-building activities
• Maintain professional conduct, respect for others, and adherence to AICPA and state society regulations and professional ethics
• Maintain appropriate compliance with all firm-wide and local office policies and procedures
• Proactively develop relationships and provide proactive communications with clients, staff, and internal stakeholders
• Respond timely and accurately to internal team and client requests
• Solicit internal experts across the firm to assist in providing solutions for client challenges

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree required; MBA and/or CPA license a plus
• 3+ years of Real Estate industry experience
• Proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes and procedures, including cash management, AR/AP, month end close, payroll and benefits
• Strong GAAP experience, including hands-on experience performing controllership functions related to consolidations, GL close, and financial reporting
• Strong Real Estate experience
• Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project)
• QuickBooks, NetSuite, Yardi, and Sage Intacct experience preferred
• Strong project and time management skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail; action-oriented (self-starter, team player, detail-oriented)
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and effectively meet critical deadlines
• Significant knowledge of accounting and finance processes and functions, including strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA and/or CPA license
• QuickBooks, NetSuite, Yardi, and Sage Intacct experience

Compensation & Benefits

The organization provides a Total Rewards package that includes:

• Generous PTO
• Flexible work environment
• Expanded parental leave
• Extensive learning & development
• Paid time off for employees to volunteer

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Applicants who are individuals with disabilities and need assistance during the recruitment process should request accommodations through the organization’s disability accommodations contact channel.