Manager, Real Estate Assurance Services

Founded in 1952, RubinBrown LLP is one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional consulting firms. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity and value. RubinBrown redefines the full-service experience by combining technical and industry expertise with a commitment to personal and high-level relationships.

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RubinBrown’s Real Estate Group is a nationally recognized leader in providing specialized audit, tax and consulting services across the country in affordable housing, low-income housing, historic rehabilitation, New Markets and Renewable Energy credit segments as well as Opportunity Zones.

As a member of RubinBrown’s Real Estate Assurance Team, the successful candidate will work directly with the staff accountants, other managers and partners of the firm’s Real Estate Services Group. The Real Estate Assurance Team has a specific focus on audits related to HUD, tax credit and tax incentive properties, including low-income housing, historic rehabilitation, New Markets and Renewable Energy credits as well as Opportunity Zones. A background in all or any of these topics is welcomed but not required. Managers must provide outstanding consulting, compliance and project management services to our real estate clients. Managers must be aware of the professionalism necessary for not only effectively and efficiently addressing client needs but also by working with others and on teams.

Major Responsibilities

• Manage and lead assurance engagements (audits, reviews, compilations) for real estate clients ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Review client engagement documentation and work papers for accuracy and compliance with firm policies and professional standards, including issues memos, financial statements and related disclosures.
• Participate in and/or create practice development opportunities
• Identify process and performance improvement opportunities
• Assume responsibilities for project management of various client groups, including regular communication with clients and contacts related to tax compliance and consulting
• Drive workflow with clients and team members
• Work closely with and directly communicate with other real estate team members, in addition to client personnel
• Assist with organizing and serving as an instructor for periodic department-wide technical trainings
• Development of Team Members:
  
  • Motivate and be respected by subordinates
  • Demonstrate positive contributions to firm’s recruitment, education, development, and retention efforts
  • Serve as a Mentor, Coach, and/or Career Advocate (if assigned)
  • Provide Team Members with timely and candid feedback supporting the firm’s performance management process
• All other duties as assigned

Preferred Experience/Background/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related degree
• CPA Licensure
• Strong technical skills including the ability to effectively utilize technology and the commitment to learning in the technology environment
• A minimum of 5 years of experience, including supervision and review experience
• Excellent analytical and leadership ability
• Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills including knowledge in USGAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB rules and standards.
• Solid project management skills
• Ability to work on a team and develop other individuals
• Ability to meet challenging client requirements and deadlines, provide services, and possess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and research abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word and Excel required)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strict adherence to professional ethics
• Ability to successfully contribute to the success of a strategic business unit of the firm

Working Conditions

• The typical office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  
  • Between January 1st and April 15th, hours are more intensive given tax season
• Ability to work extra hours as determined by the workload and client expectations
• Travel for this position will be most dependent upon office location. Travel may range from minimal to monthly
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to move throughout the office
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 30-50 pounds
• Ability to speak English to communicate with clients, team members, etc.

One Firm

To foster a highly respected, inclusive culture that helps foster and promote an environment that is diverse and equitable for all team members and the firm to achieve growth and deepened expertise. RubinBrown is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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