Staff Accountant (Development / Operational) - Related
Boston, MA 02109
About the Job
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for all aspects of accounting and reporting across a mixed portfolio of various real estate asset classes and development stages. In this capacity, the role will have the opportunity to collaborate across Accounting, Construction, Design, Development and Property Management teams to provide best-in-class accounting and financial reporting services. The ideal candidate is a highly entrepreneurial and self-motivated person who thrives in a dynamic work environment and demonstrates a flexible and adaptable work style that responds quickly and efficiently under tight deadlines. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Perform monthly accounting activities, billing, collections, cash management and coordination of accounts payable.
- Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly and year-end financial work paper packages for owners, lenders and senior management, including balance sheet reconciliations and income statement analysis.
- Support Development, Construction, Property Management and other business teams to provide financial information, reporting and budget support, as needed.
- Prepare monthly development funding requisitions.
- Prepare annual CAM/RET reconciliations.
- Assist with quarterly and year-end tax, cash and GAAP reporting, including external audit requirements.
- Create reporting templates and formulate analysis using applications such as Excel, JD Edwards, Hubble and/or Yardi accounting software.
- Support system improvement initiatives, including streamlining and automating processes, converging accounting systems and enhancing internal controls.
- Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests.
This position will report to the Senior Accounting Manager. The role will be located at Related Beal’s corporate office at 177 Milk Street, Boston, MA.
Qualifications:- Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree Accounting, CPA preferred but not required
- Ideal candidate will have 1+ years of relevant accounting experience ideally focused on real estate, development and/or property accounting or in public accounting
- Excellent analytical skills
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
- Clear communicator with ability to interact with senior leaders
- Superior organizational skills, must be detail oriented and have the ability to multitask
- A mature professional with excellent judgment, interpersonal skills and ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Knowledge of JD Edwards or other property/development accounting software is a plus
Benefits:
- Personalized Health Care: Medical, dental, and vision plan options; Employee Assistance Program
- Financial Benefits: Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programs
- Social Wellness: 19+ days of PTO; mental health counseling & resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; Equinox Gym discount; volunteer days and donation matching
- Career Development: Learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities
Related values diversity in backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are deliberate about the team and culture we are building. We aim to ensure competitive total compensation that is commensurate with experience, workplace geography, and market standards.
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Overview:Formed in 1972, Related is the most prominent privately-owned real estate firm in the United States. Headquartered in New York City, the company has offices and major developments across the world. Related owns and manages a premier portfolio of assets valued at over $60 billion, including the 28-acre Hudson Yards neighborhood on Manhattan’s West Side.
Related believes in investing in its talent and cultivates a positive, team-oriented environment where every voice is valued. Employees are encouraged to boldly take on new challenges, transcend the status quo, and demonstrate strong entrepreneurial spirit. In its relentless commitment to excellence, Related works to foster an innovative approach in its team members so that they can positively impact the communities in which they conduct business. Learn more about Related at www.related.com.
Related Beal, the Boston office of Related Companies, is a fully integrated, dynamic and collaborative real estate firm focused on placemaking and celebrating local communities through development opportunities in Boston and the surrounding region. We work as a team across development, design, construction, finance and marketing to envision some of the most recognized developments in the area. Our building types including mixed-use, residential, affordable housing, life sciences, commercial office, hospitality and retail. Our projects include The Quinn/The Harris, Lovejoy Wharf, Congress Square, Innovation Square, The Whitney Hotel, One Kenmore Square, and Channelside. Learn more about Related Beal at www.relatedbeal.com.