AVP Real Estate Debt Finance – REIT

• Location: West LA, California
• $130000 - $180000 base salary
• Remote: Remote
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #1007
• Salary: $130,000.00

We're on the lookout for a talented Associate Vice President (AVP) to join our Real Estate Debt Finance – Accounting team. At our company, success is driven by our amazing people and our vibrant culture. We uphold core values like collaboration, responsibility, entrepreneurship, self-awareness, and trustworthiness. Our purpose is to act as a catalyst for shared prosperity and a brighter future. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and welcoming work environment, where high-performing individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can flourish in this dynamic and thriving industry.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounting for both publicly traded mortgage REIT and private real estate debt funds.
• Liaise and maintain relationships with internal resources, offshoring resources, external fund administrator(s), and external auditors to ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Work closely with external banks and lenders, managing account relationships effectively.
• Contribute to the preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings for our NYSE listed public company.
• Participate in regular reviews to enhance effectiveness, efficiency, and accuracy, incorporating new technology when applicable.
• Oversee and review monthly/quarterly/annual NAV reconciliations with the fund administrator.
• Assist in debt compliance reporting.
• Review quarterly and annual GAAP financial statements and footnote disclosures for multiple funds, as well as capital account summaries for limited partners.
• Aid in the preparation of quarterly and annual reporting requirements to investors for private real estate debt funds.
• Maintain cash flow projections and daily cash management, including handling LP capital activity, such as capital calls/subscription and distribution/withdrawal calculations.
• Prepare and assist with ad-hoc limited partner, capital markets, investor relations, and front-office requests.
• Undertake various special projects and reports for both internal and external use.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• Licensed CPA (or candidate for licensure) preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience, including public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and/or fund accounting experience.
• Real estate G/L system knowledge is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Excel is highly preferred.

Requirements:

• Ability to thrive independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Reliability, positive attitude, strong motivation, and a team player with an excellent work ethic.
• Skilled in managing multiple third-party relationships.
• Deep understanding of business and accounting principles (US GAAP).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to analyze and articulate complex information effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Advanced Excel skills, including model-building, templates, and macros/pivot tables.
• Exceptional multitasking and prioritization abilities to manage deadlines effectively.
• Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills.