[Hiring] Real Estate Client Accounting Manager @CohnReznick

Role Description

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Manager to join the Real Estate team in our Client Accounting Advisory practice.

CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and oversee the Real Estate accounting team.
• Responsible for client execution and timely delivery of client’s work product by team members.
• Demonstrates ability to independently perform and assist with complex accounting services for clients.
• Lead global team with client work and developing skills, providing guidance and training on accounting principles and calculations.
• Handle inquiries from clients and/or internal stakeholders, understanding the industry and client challenges to provide solutions and improvements.
• Look for cross-selling opportunities to provide value to clients.
• Lead complex client engagements for general contractors, specialty trade contractors, and construction management firms.
• Advise clients on construction-specific accounting matters, including revenue recognition, work-in-process (WIP) reporting, job costing, change orders, retainage, claims, and project forecasting.
• Review and analyze WIP schedules, backlog reports, gross profit fade/gain analyses, and project performance metrics.
• Provide guidance on cash flow management, working capital optimization, equipment utilization, and overhead allocation methodologies.
• Mentor and develop managers and staff in construction accounting methodologies, industry best practices, and client relationship management.
• Timely complete duties associated with managing teams and ensuring goals and benchmarks are met.
• Complete duties associated with managing clients, including proactive communications and exceeding clients’ expectations.
• Develop expertise in the use of all technology necessary for performance execution.
• Identify areas for process improvement for client work and/or practice operations.
• Seek opportunities to participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention, and team-building activities.
• Conduct oneself professionally and always show respect to others.
• Follow regulations and professional ethics of the AICPA and the state society.
• Maintain appropriate compliance with all firm-wide and local office policies and procedures.
• Proactively develop relationships and communications with clients, staff, and internal stakeholders.
• Respond timely and accurately to internal team and client requests.
• Solicit internal experts from across the Firm to assist in providing solutions for client challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree required, MBA and/or CPA license a plus.
• 3+ years of Real Estate industry experience.
• Proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes and procedures.
• Strong GAAP experience along with hands-on experience performing controllership functions.
• Strong Real Estate experience.
• Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project).
• QuickBooks, NetSuite, Yardi, and Sage Intacct experience preferred.
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Action-oriented (self-starter, team player, detail-oriented).
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and effectively meet critical deadlines.
• Significant knowledge of accounting and finance processes and functions.
• Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis.

Benefits

• Generous PTO.
• Flexible work environment.
• Expanded parental leave.
• Extensive learning & development opportunities.
• Paid time off for employees to volunteer.