Senior Accountant – Real Assets (220002AY)

Job Purpose

As part of the U.S. Real Assets Finance and Accounting team, the Senior Accountant reports directly to the Senior Portfolio Controller and is responsible for financial, accounting and reporting services for a group of equity real estate funds and ventures managed by AXA Investment Managers – Real Assets. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic deal-driven work environment. The position will be responsible for a broad range of accounting and reporting and finance topics for assigned portfolios and will interact regularly with clients, professional advisors, property managers and joint venture partners and work closely with the asset management, fund management and acquisition teams.

Key Accountabilities

• Preparation and quarterly and annual accounts and IFRS and GAAP Investment Company Guide financial statements for separate accounts and ventures managed by AXA Investment Managers – Real Assts platform.
• Oversee and manage outsourced accounting performed by fund administrators, property managers, JV partners or other service providers.
• Prepare investor reports, capital call and distribution notices.
• Work with internal asset managers and external property managers to oversee investment-level financial topics.
• Assist in cash management and portfolio cashflow modelling for assigned portfolios.
• Calculate management fees and waterfalls.
• Assist with providing financial information needed for compliance and regulatory filings.
• Assist in overseeing audits and coordination of tax preparation by external accounting firms.
• Assist with the annual budget process, including working with property managers, JV partners and asset managers to ensure accurate reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Tax, Finance, or Economics
• CPA license or activate pursuing CPA license

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably working in a large public accounting firm or real estate fund sponsor

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in US GAAP, IFRS, fair value accounting and Investment Company Guide and other real estate industry reporting standards.
• Knowledge of REITs, real estate funds and real estate joint ventures a plus.

Competencies

• Analytical ability with a focus on detail, pragmatic approach to tackling complex assigments and ability to deliver organized work products.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work effectively and handle multiple projects effectively within tight deadlines and to operate effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic enviornment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and collaborate with teams in the U.S. and overseas; able to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Strong excel skills, familiarity with general ledger accounting platforms and comfortable navigating new technology.
• Self-motivated, team player. Enthusiatic, positive, and flexible attitude and drive to be part of a small team and to develop the role US business grows.