Director - Property and Development Accounting - Mixed-Use

Overview

Oversee accounting, financial reporting, and staff for mixed-use real estate projects.

Key Responsibilities

• general ledger
• financial reporting
• risk management
• audit administration
• treasury management
• funding review

Tasks

-Work with Head of Department/VP-Controller, etc. to address issues / needs of the department and assist with administration of projects in the group -Review accounting position memos documenting accounting treatment of new/unusual items -Communicate and coordinate effectively with Hines functional groups (e.g., Lease Administration, Finance Business Partners, Transactions) and appropriate representatives of external parties -Analyze/Assess merits of new programs, technology, etc. -Maintain / Interpret internal controls through documented policies and procedures to ensure accounting record integrity, reliability and asset preservation -Exchange ideas, information, and opinions with others to arrive at decisions or solutions -Review ad hoc reports generated for upper management and external users as well as other significant internal and external reports -Ensure all accounting records and reports are maintained in a timely, accurately and in accordance with GAAP or other basis of accounting. Special consideration to areas such as debt modifications, acquisitions/dispositions, interest capitalization, etc. -Identify risks; propose and implement risk mitigation strategies -Review and approve funding request to investors and lenders -Maintain working knowledge of, and compliance with, various legal documents, including but not limited to: Loan agreements, JV agreements, Property Management agreements, leases, etc. -Provide guidance and oversight to Accounting and Operations team on complex matters -Supervise and oversee the training and development of accounting personnel and assigned subordinate staff -General ledger review and analysis -Maintain a general understanding of the budget and forecasts to be informed on the financial state of projects -Treasury functions including review of bank reconciliations and contribution/distribution calculations and understanding cash flow projections -Review and confirm integrity of monthly and quarterly reporting for property(s) or project(s) -Review tax projections and tax preparation workpapers -Administer financial statement and internal audits -Review and approve reserves and write-offs in accordance with governing agreements -Direct and monitor the working relationships subordinates have with their counterparts internally and externally -Complete periodic performance reviews and compensation recommendations for direct reports

Requirements

• cpa
• bachelor
• public accounting
• tax
• commercial accounting
• management

What You Bring

-Ability to lead, plan and manage activities to meet deadlines -Work indoors approximately 100% of the time -Tax experience preferred -Ability to handle complex (e.g. very technical) ownership/equity structures -Effective people management skills -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Three or more years of prior management experience required -Commercial real estate accounting required -Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related discipline from an accredited institution -Public accounting experience is strongly preferred -CPA required -Possess initiative to assume additional responsibilities -Six or more years professional accounting experience, preferably a combination of public and industry -Strong analytical, organizational, and coordination skills

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Benefits

While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive. When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines. -Compensation: San Francisco - $157,300 - $196,700

About Hines

-Its portfolio includes iconic office towers, urban retail centers, industrial complexes, high‑end residential and mixed‑use developments. -With 176 developments underway globally and operations in over 30 countries, Hines delivers large‑scale, transformative projects. -The firm has a history of collaborating with world‑renowned architects like I.M. Pei, Frank Gehry and Cesar Pelli, shaping skylines worldwide. -Noteworthy projects include CityCenterDC in Washington DC, the T3 timber‑built office campus in Minneapolis and Boston’s South Station Tower. -Hines operates across investment, development and property management, orchestrating end‑to‑end real estate excellence. -Its portfolio ranges from towering office landmarks and urban residential communities to sprawling logistics hubs and mixed‑use districts. -With a talent for ambitious, innovative design and complex large‑scale execution, Hines is celebrated for reimagining built environments.

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