Sr. Accountant, Financial Reporting
Empire State Realty Trust
Senior accountant managing external/internal financial reporting, SEC filings, and SOX compliance.
3 days ago ago
$100,000 - $110,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
New York, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
667 Employees
Service Specialisms
Real Estate Investment
Property Management
Leasing
Real Estate Development
Capital Markets
Tenant Services
Sector Specialisms
Office
Retail
Multifamily
Buildings
Commercial
Residential
Energy Efficiency
Sustainability
Role
What you would be doing
audit liaison
equity compensation
financial consolidation
sec reporting
sox submissions
covenant reporting
- Liaison with internal and external auditors to facilitate a timely audit process and report to various stakeholders on the status of internal/external audits
- Process updates to equity compensation plan
- Prepare clear workbooks in support of financial statement line items and disclosures such as stock-based compensation expense, interest rate swap derivatives, earnings per share and share buy-backs
- Assist in the preparation of support for other public documents including the Proxy and investor presentations
- Support and assist in the SEC and stand-alone reporting processes
- Oversee ESRT SOX submissions to internal and external auditors
- Assist in the completion of the monthly and quarterly consolidation process
- Maintain equity ledgers and review equity conversion and/or transfer requests
- Prepare footnote disclosures to be included in the Company’s consolidated financial statements through collaboration with our various departments
- Keep abreast of accounting developments and stay up-to-date on the most recent accounting standard updates
- Prepare sections of the quarterly Supplemental Report and Earnings Release
- Collaborate with property accounting and finance teams to prepare consolidated and stand-alone property variance analyses for management and MD&A disclosures
- Prepare various required financial covenant calculations and reports
What you bring
cpa
alteryx
power bi
workiva
excel
big 4
- Dynamic – you are solutions-oriented, aim to improve processes and implement efficiency, and offer insightful feedback to improve ESRT
- Big 4 audit experience and/or public REIT experience preferred
- Resourceful and collaborative, you optimize tools and leverage relationships effectively
- Experience with data management tools such as Alteryx or Power BI preferred
- Positive – you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- You are eager to learn, dedicated to the development of both interpersonal and technical accounting skillsets
- Controls-based mindset
- Analytical mindset; you obtain an understanding of the business and question ledger activity and data patterns when appropriate
- Highly organized and efficient, you are able to take meaningful insights from discussion and apply them proactively to your work with a degree of independence
- CPA license
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
- Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills (oral and written)
- Controls-based mindset; you are able to effectively evidence your own review and are able to provide feedback to coworkers on sufficient review evidence
- 2-3 years hands on audit experience with a public company client base or equivalent experience at a public company
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; Excel skills include intermediate functions such as pivot tables, SUMIF, V or X lookup
- Ability to collaborate with various business groups and develop solid business relationships
- You communicate questions and findings clearly to both the financial reporting team and to various other departments and external parties
- Experience with Workiva and/or Yardi functionality preferred
- Adaptable – you are a self-starter who’s able to quickly digest and execute new processes to work both collaboratively and independently
- Flex remote work time
- Complimentary gym membership and other wellness benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance
- Volunteer time off
- Competitive base salary and bonus
- Employee Assistance Program for emotional, financial, and legal support
- Pre-tax transit accounts
- Employee engagement programs
- Paid parental leave
- Flex Summer Fridays
- Company sponsored Life, AD&D, STD (with Salary Continuation), and LTD Insurance
- Complimentary Empire State Building Observatory access
- Employee Discount Programs
- Voluntary Enhanced LTD Program
- Voluntary Hospital, Accident, and Cancer Programs
- 401(k) with 100% match up to 5%
- Generous paid time off
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Company
Overview
$190M
Q2 2024 Revenue
Generated $190 million in revenue during the second quarter of 2024.
93%+
Manhattan Office Occupancy
Maintains high occupancy rates in its Manhattan office properties.
#1
Tripadvisor Ranking
Recognized as the top U.S. and world attraction on Tripadvisor in 2024.
~7.9M sq ft
Office Portfolio
Manages a significant office portfolio in New York City.
- Owns and operates iconic properties, such as the Empire State Building and its world-renowned Observatory Experience.
- Leases modernized, amenity-rich office and retail spaces, driving consistent leasing momentum.
- Has expanded its portfolio into multifamily residential properties in NYC, broadening its reach beyond traditional assets.
- Celebrated for securing major leases at properties like 20 West 34th Street.
- Maintains healthy liquidity and growing cash flow, with $42 million in signed leases yet to commence.
100% Renewables
Wind Energy Usage
The entire portfolio is powered entirely by renewable wind energy, making it the nation's largest user of green power in real estate according to the EPA.
89% Fitwel Certified
Healthier Workplaces
A significant portion of the Manhattan portfolio is certified for healthier workplace environments, improving occupant health and productivity.
GRESB 5-Star
Green Star Recognition
Achieved GRESB 5-Star Rated for the fourth consecutive year with a remarkably high score of 93.
93/100 Score
GRESB Achievement
Received a score of 93 in GRESB assessment, demonstrating exceptional commitment to sustainability.
- WELL Health-Safety Rated: first commercial portfolio in the Americas to achieve the WELL Health-Safety rating.
- Certified™ Great Place to Work® in 2023
100% Carbon Neutral
Entire Portfolio
Maintained carbon neutrality for all properties.
57% Emissions Reduction
Empire State Building
Achieved significant emission reductions since 2009.
9,000 Acres Preserved
Biodiverse Forests
Supported conservation efforts to offset fossil fuel usage.
1.5°C Aligned
Science Based Targets
Targets validated with the Science Based Targets Initiative.
- On track for Net Zero by 2030 at Empire State Building and 2035 across portfolio.
- Offset all electricity usage since 2011 at ESB and portfolio since January 2021 via 100% wind RECs.
- 100% of portfolio WELL Health-Safety Rated, enrolled in WELL at Scale, received WELL Health-Safety Leadership Award.
- Lead ranking by GRESB for all listed companies in the Americas (highest possible score).
- ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award in 2023 and 2024.
- 2024 International TOBY Earth Award and BOMA NY Grand Pinnacle & Earth Awards.
- Fitwel Champion with 82–86% portfolio certified.
- 100% NYC commercial office portfolio ENERGY STAR certified.
2023
Great Place to Work Certification
Recognized as a Great Place to Work® based on validated employee feedback.
2023
Bloomberg Gender Equality Index
Named to the Bloomberg Gender‑Equality Index for demonstrating strong gender equality practices.
- Great Place to Work certification reflects high‑trust workplace culture (employee‑reported)
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