Senior Project Accountant at Bonaventure in Alexandria, VA

SENIOR PROJECT ACCOUNTANT Full Time · Location: Alexandria, VA, US enior Accountant Position Summary:  In this role you will oversee Accounting for a portfolio of assets, including specialized real estate investment structures, as well as assist with the full-cycle accounting functions for various Bonaventure portfolio companies. Additionally, you will be responsible for monthly surplus cash distributions and completing the cash management and reporting for various Bonaventure portfolio companies. A successful candidate will have a strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices, be inquisitive and capable of thinking critically, be a collaborative and supportive colleague, and work well in a fast-paced environment. What to expect: • Develop a deep knowledge of the accounting and financial reporting for a fully integrated multifamily real estate investment enterprise • Own the collaborative review, accounting, and financial analysis for a portfolio of assets • Own monthly portfolio distributions end-to-end, reviewing third-party property management calculations against financials, partnering with internal teams on review and adjustments, and ensuring finalized distributions are accurately and efficiently disbursed • Perform timely and accurate monthly close functions for a portfolio of corporate entities, including recording journal entries, creating and maintaining workpapers and reconciliations, and analyzing results • Perform accounting for specialized real estate investment structures and tax-advantaged vehicles, applying their unique requirements across investor admissions, distributions, and compliance at both the corporate and property levels based on the respective agreements • Prepare combined and consolidated financials for the corporate enterprise, including recording and reconciling intercompany activity • Review operating company financial reporting results, including analyzing monthly budget variances, payroll reporting, and cash reconciliations • Help lead external audits and tax return preparation, including providing requested documentation and coordinating with preparers • Manage intercompany and external investor loans, including calculating interest monthly • Deliver timely reporting on an ongoing basis to internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to lenders, investors, and various internal customers • Collaborate with and provide support to other teams and outside groups, including property management, asset management, development, and investor management • Understand the Company’s internal controls over financial reporting and ensure the consistent application of industry best practices   Qualifications:  • BS in Accounting or Finance • Public accounting or corporate accounting experience • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Suite • Experience with RealPage or equivalent reporting system preferred • Experience with specialized real estate investment structures and investor distribution waterfalls preferred • 3+ years’ experience in accounting highly preferred   Why You Should Choose a Bonaventure Career: Our Culture  You will join a team that has tremendous focus on continuous improvement utilizing radical transparency and honest conversations to achieve success and maximize opportunities. Our Growth  Bonaventure has developed, acquired, or managed over $3 billion of multifamily assets over the past 25 years, and we currently manage approximately $2.5B AUM over 8,600 multifamily units. Our People  We are opportunity- and solution-focused. Our Benefits  • Comprehensive Benefit Plans  • Unlimited PTO and Seven Paid Holidays  • 401k Match Our Core Values • Growth – We create enduring value by continuously moving forward, innovating, and improving.   • Attitude – We display and motivate others with our positive attitude and driven work ethic.   • Collaboration – We do our best work when we work together. Every individual is encouraged to contribute because our next great idea can come from anyone.   • Impact – Our effort produces measurable, meaningful results.   • Accountability – We take personal ownership for our actions, commitments, and performance.   • Reputation – Nothing is more important than our reputation.