Real Estate Senior Associate

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Withum’s Auditing and Attest Engagement services are the cornerstone of our firm.  This Audit Senior role will be based out of our New York City office. You'll work alongside an integrated team of seasoned, well-known CPAs and industry leaders. As an Audit Senior Associate, you’ll play a key role in leading audit engagements, mentoring junior staff, and delivering exceptional client service. This role focuses on clients in the real estate industry, including REITs, developers, real estate funds, and property managers. 

Withum’s brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive - to be in a position of strength. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities. 

How You’ll Spend Your Time 

• Leading the engagement team on the planning and execution of audits, reviews, and compilations for real estate clients including REITs, developers, real estate funds and property managers
• Overseeing day-to-day operations of audit engagements including staffing, risk assessment, fieldwork, and reporting
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff, reviewing workpapers, and providing feedback
• Collaborating with managers and partners to resolve client issues and provide strategic recommendations
• Reviewing general ledger accounts and financial statements for reliability and compliance
• Understanding real estate-specific regulations and compliance requirements
• Managing multiple engagements and deadlines across various teams
• Participating in professional development programs and firm initiatives 

The Kinds of People We Want to Talk to Have Many of The Following 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CPA eligibility preferred
• 2–4 years of public accounting experience, ideally with real estate clients
• Strong technical knowledge of audit procedures and real estate accounting
• Excellent communication, project management, and leadership skills
• Experience with audit software and ERP systems used in the real estate industry
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deliver high-quality work under deadlines 

The compensation for this position ranges from $80,000-$110,000. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual’s skills, experience and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

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