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Fund Accounting Associate
1 week ago
Who We Are
Core Spaces (Core) is more than a real estate company, it's a people company. Where building relationships is just as important as building properties. From researchers and architects to designers and operators, Core is made up of risk takers and dreamers who are on a mission to invent the future of living. Our six cultural values guide us every day and we strive to live them in everything we do: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Everything Core does stems from this culture of collaboration and innovation, and the drive to constantly improve the resident experience. This unique approach has led to creating spaces and services that are redefining the way people live.
What We Do
Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated company, focused on acquiring, developing, managing, and lending across the student housing and build-to-rent (BTR) sectors. Its residential communities feature world-class amenities, progressive design, and hospitality-driven client service. In its award-winning student portfolio, Core currently owns and/or manages over 37,400 beds and has a pipeline of over 35,000 beds in various stages of development. Core's BTR division currently has approximately 4,000 homes under development and in its pipeline in high growth metros across the country.* For more information, visit
*Portfolio and pipeline numbers as of Q1 2024
Benefits That Matter
- A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging
- Hybrid and remote work options to promote work-life balance
- Competitive pay that values your contributions
- Annual incentive to reward your achievements
- Paid unlimited PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones
- Paid 16 holidays, including your birthday, to disconnect and celebrate
- Paid Parental Leave that begins after 90 days
- Paid volunteer time off to give back to your community
- Monthly workshop weeks; fewer meetings & more collaboration
- Robust health plan options that begin within at least 30 days of your employment
- Monthly phone reimbursement
- Wellness allowance and perks, including a yearly subscription to a meditation app
- An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services
- Company retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account option
Position Overview
The Fund Accountant position within Core Spaces embraces ambition and innovation to serve the Core Spaces development and operating funds. The Fund Accountant is a role responsible for the monthly, quarterly, and annual preparation/review of fund investment financials, variance analysis, REIT compliance, IFRS accounting and income allocations. In addition, this position will be involved in the preparation of the annual audit reports, and act as a direct liaison with the fund administrator, auditors, and other related parties. The role will have direct exposure and collaboration with internal groups including, but not limited to, acquisitions, investments, capital markets, and fund management teams.
What You Will Do
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and compiling audit-level support for all transactions
- Financial statement preparation, variance analysis, various roll forwards, and first level review to ensure accounts properly reflect each fund's financial position in accordance with Limited Partnership Agreements
- Direct collaboration with property and development accounting team members to confirm equity balances throughout the investment structure and confirm timing of payment for construction draws
- Assist with preparation and distribution of financial reporting packages (quarterly and annually) to lenders, investors, and internal team members
- Involvement in the land and asset acquisition process, working directly with our acquisitions, capital markets, and fund management teams
- Review and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures, and resolve accounting related issues
- Respond to audit and investor inquiries pertaining to the quarterly and annual reporting package
- Act as the direct liaison with the fund administrator, aiding with quarterly reporting issuance and capital call / distribution notices as needed
- Reconcile individual investor capital balances; respond to investor inquiries
- Focus on continuous improvement of processes and procedures
- Occasional travel may be necessary as needed
- Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management
- Must be able to complete all physical requirements of this role with or without a reasonable accommodation
Ideally, you'll have
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
- 1-3 years' experience in fund administration or public accounting preferred
- Experience within real estate or construction accounting preferred
- Background in accounting for various types of entities including private equity funds and REIT's a plus
- Proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel, Word
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Experience with various accounting technology platforms preferred
You'll crush it if you have experience with
- Experience with Yardi
Organizational Structure
Reports to: Manager, Fund Accounting - Student Housing
Direct Reports: N/A
Disclaimer: Please note that job responsibilities, reporting lines, and duties outlined in this job description are subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the organization.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, which creates a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are and the community they represent.
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