Financial Consulting Associate 2 - Fund Services+

Property Accounting Professional

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Business Practice Overview

RSM's Fund Services+ within our Financial Consulting practice is a dedicated team of experienced professionals who specialize in providing managed services Real Estate Groups for fund administration, helping to navigate end to end property technical accounting, assisting with financial reporting requirements, fund performance measurements and supporting Management to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of their accounting and finance functions through an integrated, streamlined technology platform. With our blend of deep technical knowledge, real estate industry experience, and property accounting know-how, we can provide an integrated team of fund administrators, valuation and tax specialists, and other subject matter experts who can help manage the day-to-day back-office functions for Real Estate funds. It's a global integrated team with transactional to strategic capabilities and comprehensive areas of specialization drawing on our entire RSM market leading organization.

About This Role

RSM is actively seeking talented Property accounting professionals who are characterized by high motivation, self-direction, strong analytical skills, and a track record of excellence in their previous roles.

Are you an experienced property accounting professional on the hunt for an exciting career opportunity with a leading fund service provider that boasts a best-in-class technology platform and an end-to-end real estate service model?

Do you aspire to deepen your technical expertise in intricate fund/property terminologies, address complex accounting challenges, and navigate the intricacies of real estate fund structures? Are you enthusiastic about engaging with and collaborating alongside a diverse range of clients? Are you in pursuit of a career that promises stimulating and diverse avenues for professional growth?

If so, RSM's Fund Services + is the right fit for you!

Specific Responsibilities

Assume ownership of the real estate property accounting, encompassing complete end-to-end responsibilities for property accounting.

Prepare/review monthly/quarterly/annual workpapers and financial statements variance analysis.

Ensure that proper accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls are maintained and that all financial transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP requirements.

Handle bookkeeping for entity's operations which includes cash booking, expense accruals, assets and depreciation accounting, leases, asset management fees, loan draw packages, CAM, commercial billing, AR aging, actual vs budget, acquisitions, dispositions, Lender compliance etc.

Support with queries from client, property/fund accounting team, regulatory authorities and external auditors.

Assist with onboarding new clients, setting up the entities, assets and build customized reports in line with client's reporting requirements.

Create SOPs and checklists for various processes to ensure completeness, accuracy and timeliness.

Work collaboratively with global team members to manage day-to-day operations, implemented month-end close processes and provide client servicing.

Offer mentorship and guidance to new or junior team members.

Qualifications

RSM seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, self-driven, analytical and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors.

0-2 years of experience in property accounting domain with fund managers or fund administrators or public accounting firms

Ability to interpret/applying the financial and operational terms of Property related agreements and Structures for RE entities.

Undergraduate degree in accounting

CPA and/or CA preferred

Proficient knowledge of Property accounting platforms (Yardi and MRI knowledge is a large PLUS!)

Strong analytical skills, detail oriented and highly organized

Demonstrates a strong work ethic, team player, upholds personal and professional integrity, and maintains a positive attitude.

Possesses effective oral and written communication skills, as well as influencing skills and leadership capabilities.

Adapts well to dynamic, fast-paced environments and excels at managing multiple projects simultaneously.