Staff Accountant
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This Staff Accountant role supports a commercial real estate firm, managing day-to-day accounting, supporting the monthly close, and providing financial insights for investment and venture entities. It offers hands-on responsibility and exposure to sophisticated real estate platforms.
Responsibilities
- Own day-to-day accounting activities across investment and venture entities, including AP review, cash management, and initiating wire transfers
- Support the monthly close process, including general ledger reconciliations and preparation of detailed workpapers
- Build and maintain monthly internal reporting packages to provide clear visibility into financial performance
- Track and manage cash flow projections to ensure liquidity across entities
- Review and reconcile tax documentation (including K-1s from investment funds) against internal records
- Perform bank reconciliations and monitor daily cash balances with precision
- Partner with external auditors, tax advisors, and internal stakeholders to support audits and ensure compliance
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and overall efficiency
Requirements
- Strong foundation in accounting principles and financial reporting
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
- Proactive mindset
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
- At least 2 years of experience in accounting
- Proficiency in accounting software programs and advanced Excel skills
- Strong knowledge of general ledger management, journal entries, and corporate tax returns
- Ability to perform cash forecasting and accounts payable processes with accuracy
- Excellent analytical and quantitative skills
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Familiarity with investment accounting principles and practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
- At least 2 years of experience in accounting, preferably within the investment or venture industry
Nice to Have
- Prior experience in real estate, investment entities, or professional services
Skills
* Required skills
Benefits
About Robert Half
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. They offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions across various fields.