Senior Real Estate Accountant

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Stream Realty Full time
Job Overview

Company Overview

Founded in 1996, Stream Realty Partners (Stream) is built on a foundation of people rather than just properties. With its headquarters in Dallas, TX, and operations across key markets nationwide, Stream engages in billions of dollars in annual transactions across various property types, including office, industrial, retail, healthcare, land, and data centers. With millions of square feet under management, Stream has rapidly become one of the leading full-service commercial real estate firms in the United States. Our team is united by a distinct culture that reflects our core values: smart, honest, nice, and passionate. For more information, please visit our website and follow us on various social media platforms.

IMMEDIATE IMPACT. MEANINGFUL CAREER.

At Stream, we recognize that our success is rooted in our people. This commitment drives us to attract and retain top talent. From your first day, you will be a vital part of our collaborative, high-performing team. We empower you to leverage your energy, expertise, and creativity to meet client needs while providing you with unparalleled market knowledge and growth opportunities. Joining Stream means embarking on a fulfilling and impactful career journey.

Position Summary

The Senior Property Accountant is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate completion of financial statements for their assigned portfolio. This role involves a thorough review of monthly financial reports and the general ledger, as well as the examination of daily transactions to ensure adherence to both internal and external policies. Additionally, the Senior Accountant collaborates with the Property Management teams to facilitate the development of Annual Budgets and Operating Expense (CAM) Reconciliations.

This role will focus on managing the financials for two premium office towers located in a prime area. It will require on-site support for the property management team in servicing this portfolio.

Stream's Property Accountants benefit from a clearly defined career trajectory, mentoring opportunities, access to comprehensive training resources, and flexible work arrangements, all within a company that values the contributions of Property Accounting to its ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver internal and external reporting of financial results for assigned properties.
  • Collaborate with Property Management to conduct in-depth analyses of financial performance.
  • Assist in the budgeting process and review expense reconciliations with minimal supervision.
  • Prepare regular and ad hoc reports and analyses with limited guidance.
  • Serve as a customer service leader for internal and external stakeholders, addressing complex issues as needed.
  • Mentor team members and share expertise.
Essential Duties
  • Compile monthly financial statement packages for clients, including journal entries, fixed asset depreciation, and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Ensure compliance with internal and external reporting deadlines.
  • Maintain frequent communication with the property management team and Property Manager(s).
  • Engage with clients on various issues, escalating complex matters to supervisors as necessary.
  • Prepare and submit Sales & Use Tax returns when applicable.
  • Oversee cash accounts for each property, ensuring timely payments for utilities, taxes, and owner distributions.
  • Review and process vendor invoices as needed.
  • Assist the Manager with transitioning project assignments.
  • Ensure compliance with SOC I requirements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • 5 - 8 years of relevant accounting/reporting experience.
  • Experience in the real estate industry is preferred.
  • Familiarity with budget creation and CAM reconciliation is advantageous.
  • Strong quantitative analytical and accounting skills.
  • Intermediate understanding of accounting principles and their application.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and team members.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook; experience with Yardi and/or MRI is a plus.
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is required.
  • Additional coursework is a plus.

Stream is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on ethnicity, race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, or any other reason prohibited by law. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.



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