Lead Accountant - Real Estate

Company: Flexcold LLC
Location: Charleston
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

Description: Flexspace Ventures is looking to hire a Lead Accountant - Real Estate to support the expansion of the Company's reach into real estate investment and development services within the industrial sector and primary focus across the cold chain spectrum. Services include ground-up development, acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, investor reporting, operations, and asset management. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Lead Accountant - Real Estate will support the Company's existing accounting and reporting for the investment management/real estate services in coordination with the Director of Investments and team.Employee's primary duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain a variety of accounting functions including, but not limited to general ledger records, cash, project specific revenue and costs, capital, and other accounts as needed for real estate pursuits and development projects.
• Prepare and/or review monthly reporting packages - Development and Investment Management.
• Ensure deadlines for month-end close and financial reporting requirements are met and all accounting and reporting activities are performed in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist in preparation and/or review of annual GAAP Budgets with cashflows.
• Assist in coordinating construction draws, forecasting project budgets and cash flows, and managing project deliverables by working with investment management and development team.
  • Prepare monthly wires for draws.
  • Assist with monthly capital calls or distributions to joint venture partners.
  • Review documents for accounting/reporting/compliance requirements including loan documents, partnership agreements, and various fee/services agreements.
  • Identify areas for improvement in the monthly close process and implement process efficiencies while maintaining high level of customer service to the field.
  • Ensure an integrated and interactive approach where data, issues and information is shared timely and broadly across the organization.
  • Complete various financial, administrative, ad-hoc reports and analyses, and perform other duties as assigned or as necessary to support Company growth.Education and Experience:
    • This position requires a bachelor's degree, preferably in business, accounting, or finance, from a four-year college or university, or equivalent professional knowledge and/or work experience, CPA preferred.
    • 3-5 years of prior experience in public accounting and/or commercial real estate accounting required (development, operations, co-investments).ABOUT FLEXSPACE: Based in Charleston, SC, we have set out to revolutionize cold storage and industrial spaces by discovering new solutions to challenges that need answers. The FLEXSPACE portfolio consists of the design, installation, and on-going support of semi-automated storage solutions in a variety of industries across the country. In 2022, FLEXSPACE was named the second fastest growing company in South Carolina. FLEXSPACE's exponential growth over the past five years is a credit to its culture of innovation, teamwork, and a shared passion to be known as the go-to team of problem solvers. FLEXSPACE's team atmosphere encourages innovative ideas, making a positive impact with employees, customers, and communities, and encouraging team members to tap into their potential and maximize it to make change, all while maintaining a fun day to day work environment.Requirements: Required Skills/Abilities: - Proficiency in Accounting Software - Advanced Excel skills - Strong analytical, mathematical, and critical thinking skills - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal - Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment - Strong organization, planning, and analytical skills - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision - Understanding of full life cycle accounting of real estate projects from acquisition, development, operations, and disposition a plusPI205902112

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