at RSM US LLP in ChicagoChicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There's no one like you and that's why there's nowhere like RSM.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
Experience:
Minimum of 4 to 5 years of accounting experience with an emphasis in the real estate industry
Experience in both public accounting and private industry accounting
Experience with investment companies
Skills:
Be conscientious about achieving deadlines and have an accurate work product
Assume accountability for specific performance
Good written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate recommendations in a concise and timely manner
Detail-oriented and very analytical
Strong organization skills
Quantitative propensity with ability to spot errors
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel
Familiar and experienced in performance data returns
Familiar with internal rate of return calculations
Familiar with consolidating and equity method of accounting
Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting pronouncements in general
Understand variance analysis when comparing actual to budget or historical results
Understand how to read and write financial statements
Responsibilities:
The position will be supervised by a Fund Controller. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for the review and oversight of the accounting for operating real estate assets performed by third-party fee managers. The position also entails fund level accounting and the consolidation of fund level financial statements. The position is generally responsible for approximately 15 to 20 investments and their related funds.
Review all property management financial reports on the individual assets
Record the fair value adjustment for investments in real estate and debt
Record equity in earnings for joint ventures
Record minority interest for consolidated entities
Record Fund related transactions
Consolidate all investments within a Fund
Draft quarterly Fund financial statements
Interact with property accountants, banking personnel and asset managers
Draft financial information related to client quarterly questionnaires
Prepare Fund cash management transactions
Record and reconcile financial information
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual client reports
Prepare annual cash audit work papers
Prepare annual audit and tax work papers
Prepare internal and external performance returns
Prepare monthly Fund level bank reconciliations for checking accounts
Calculate and prepare statements of cash flows
Be able to establish educational goals necessary to enhance job skills
Be able to enhance technological skills
Exceptional computer skills in the operation and functioning of all programs used by the organization, i.e., Excel, Word, MRI (general ledger), Outlook E-Mail, and Internet research tools
Able to organize and summarize information in writing and to proofread work
Able to understand instructions and react favorably in work situations
Enjoy fast-paced, multi-task environment
Detailed, organized and communicative
Task- and goal-oriented and capable of functioning in an entrepreneurial and corporate setting
Able to work in a dynamic office setting
Able to work occasional evenings and weekends
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We support and inspire you to prioritize your wellbeing by delivering personalized, holistic programming for your physical, emotional, financial and community wellbeing. RSM has a generous time off policy with at least 14 paid holidays, wellbeing days and associate and above access to self-managed time off. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at .
RSM is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are proud to provide our employees with tools to assist them in being successful in achieving both personal and professional goals. We welcome and support all our employees to thrive in an environment free of discrimination and harassment. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer all applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or... For full info follow application link.
RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.
