Audit Senior, Real Estate

Our client is a public accounting firm. They seek an Audit Senior, Real Estate to join their Manhattan, NY office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate fieldwork activities related to assurance, review, compilation, and other financial reporting engagements for organizations involved in property ownership, development, management, and investment structures
• Analyze valuation techniques commonly used in property portfolios, including income-based projections, capitalization models, and comparable transaction data
• Perform detailed examination procedures such as transaction testing, internal process reviews, and financial trend analysis
• Detect potential engagement risks and contribute to the development of procedures designed to address those exposures
• Review operational processes and financial controls to determine effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement
• Assess financial records—including statements of financial position, operating results, and cash activity—to confirm completeness and reliability
• Verify that financial reporting aligns with applicable accounting frameworks and reporting conventions used for the engagement
• Investigate technical accounting questions through professional research and apply conclusions to engagement work
• Collaborate with engagement leadership to resolve complex reporting matters and help keep projects progressing on schedule
• Communicate with client representatives to obtain supporting documentation, clarify financial activity, and share observations from engagement work

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
• 2 years of audit experience
• Real estate or real estate funds industry
• Experience with fair value appraisals for real estate funds
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple assignments
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical thinking skills
• CPA preferred

JobID: 47994