Director – Account Lead - Property Accounting

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About the Role 

We focus on our clients’ strategic, operational, financial, and capital needs by addressing the full spectrum of financial and transactional challenges faced by corporations, boards, private equity sponsors, creditor constituencies and other stakeholders.

FTI Real Estate Solutions has a focus on the real estate and private capital industries. Our services are designed to create integrated financial, tax and private equity and real estate private equity solutions to serve market constituents. We provide a range of advisory services including merger and acquisitions, due diligence, valuation, lease consulting, forensic accounting, financial outsourcing, IPO preparation, tax structuring and compliance, executive compensation, master planning and development services, cost segregation and private client services. We represent leading public and private capital and real estate entities including private equity, equity and mortgage REITs, financial institutions, investment banks, opportunity funds, insurance companies, hedge funds, pension advisors and owners/developers.

What You’ll Do

We provide outsourced accounting services to both public and private companies, including REITs, mortgage finance companies, real estate private equity funds, developers and operators.  The Senior Director is responsible for overseeing property accounting services to a range of clients and managing multiple property accounting teams. The position will ensure that real estate funds and real estate fund managers are provided with accurate and timely property accounting services and financials.

Accounting & Reporting:

• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of monthly property accounting financial reporting
• Ensure property financial reporting and associated transactions comply with relevant accounting standards
• Ensure monthly property reporting is in compliance with required client accounting department and client policies and procedures.
• Serve as primary escalation contact for Client Property Management and Asset Management departments surrounding property accounting matters.
• Provide supervisory guidance to property accounting staff including daily, monthly, and annual tasks.
• Review property level financial statements and support schedules
• Ensure team’s on-time and accurate processing of critical payments (e.g. property taxes) and lender compliance
• Participate in the preparation of annual budget and re-forecasting processes for client assets.
• Lead and support internal and external audit requirements
• Support closing statements for acquisition or disposition of properties, including pro-rations and seller true ups
• Support confirmation that all related tax work for properties are prepared, reviewed, and given to the third-party tax preparer on a timely basis.
• Oversee and manage cash management, banking, and transaction services for specific clients
• Prepare and/or review property analytical reports
• Potential exposure or assistance to ad hoc or special accounting projects such as implementation of accounting software, transaction or business process review, and other financial reporting and asset management reporting assistance

Operations:

• Support investment acquisition and disposition activities

• Review procedures and recommend solutions in order to improve efficiencies

·       Participate in or lead client meetings and trainings as required.

• Ensure adherence to FTI’s and client’s internal and external audit standards

• Coordinate, manage and monitor FTI’s and client’s external audit process

• Liaise with clients and assist them on accounting and administrative issues and relevant developments

• Provide technical accounting/industry knowledge to clients

Team Management:

• Monitor and track team performance in order to meet the client service level agreements and achieve financial targets, including how resources are allocated to various properties

• Plan resources in line with business demands, participate in the recruitment and selection process, lead, coach, develop and appraise employees within the team

• Establish plan for new client setup and transitions

• Keep Senior Management abreast of all material issues affecting the processing of deliverables

• Ad Hoc Reports requests and operations metrics as required by management

• Support training initiatives

How You’ll Grow  

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.   

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role. 

What You Will Need To Succeed  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting

• 10+ years public/private accounting experience

• 10+ years real estate and/or private equity experience

• Knowledge of property-level accounting

• Sound knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting

• Experience with fair value reporting for real estate investments and debt obligations

• Experience in Performance Reporting – NCREIF and GIPS (AIMR)

• Knowledge of Real Estate & Private Equity Funds Accounting

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills with attention to detail

• Proficiency in month/quarter/annual closings at the asset/property level for both US GAAP financial statements and preparation of related working papers or analyses

• Ability to travel if necessary

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas

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Preferred Qualifications

• CPA strongly preferred

• Strong proficiency in Excel, Word and Power Point

• Ability to understand and communicate ideas clearly and effectively both verbally and in written communications

• Ability to take responsibility for various aspects of projects as well as the ability to suggest improvements and enhancements

• Self-directed and motivated, with a focus on continuous improvement

• Demonstrate a flexible and adaptable work style that can prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments independently or as part of a team and meet tight deadlines

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation
Minimum Pay: $109,000
Maximum Pay: $224,000

Total Rewards Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.

Supporting your total wellbeing is a year-round commitment at FTI. We provide a market-competitive benefits package and wellbeing resources to help you and your family thrive physically, emotionally, financially, and personally, including healthcare coverage, retirement savings, paid leave, family support, and financial protection benefits.