Sr. Associate, Sr. Accountant

Description

• Lead initiatives to ensure smooth business partner experience across the team
• Become day-to-day go-to person for Revantage business partners, including portfolio company, joint venture partners, and Blackstone
• Document standard operating procedures for SEC BREIT reporting
• Coordinate report updates and reviews with managers and accountants on the BREIT team
• Assist in the preparation of annual audited financial statements, including footnote disclosures, and supporting schedules
• Assist with technical accounting questions as encountered during quarterly and annual reporting cycle
• Coordinate preparation and support for quarterly Statement of Cash flows involving reaching out to Blackstone real estate portfolio companies and asset class teams to determine detailed drivers for movements in accounts such as other assets and other liabilities
• Respond to business partner inquiries and commit to deliverables by leveraging resources across the team
• Partner with Revantage leadership to streamline reporting and provide greater insight to operations
• Prepare and review monthly/quarterly/annual reports with a focus on BREIT SEC reporting, including, but not limited to:
• Confirm that BREIT SEC reporting is in accordance with GAAP, ensuring results properly reflect the company’s financial position
• Partner with other team members to identify and drive external relationships with the team’s key contacts and stakeholders, including third-party accounting departments and third-party operators’ accounting teams
• Assist BREIT teams with fund level reporting as-needed

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP
• Proficient understanding of financial models, corporate financials, and regulatory market
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and reporting
• Real estate industry experience
• CPA certification
• Big 4 public accounting experience
• Advanced knowledge of accounting software and databases (Workday, Yardi)
• Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Footnote preparation
• Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Finance, Accounting, or closely related field
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Work-life balance offerings include:
• Intangible amortization schedules
• Summer Fridays
• Hybrid Work Policy
• Productivity Hours – weekly meeting-free work time
• Work From Anywhere Month
• Competitive salary, overall compensation, and 401(k)
• Ground lease schedule
• Generous health insurance and wellness benefits
• In-house and external learning & development opportunities

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance