Associate Director - Real Estate Fund Accounting

Aztec Group•Radnor, WV

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Aztec, we’re committed to building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to grow. We know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthen our business and we welcome applications from all individuals. So, if your experience doesn’t exactly match with every part of the job description, but you are excited about the role, we would still like to hear from you. If you are passionate, curious, innovative and data driven, you could still be a good fit. The successful candidate will assist in the delivery and development of the real estate fund services, in alignment with the Aztec Group brand values and strategic business goals. This individual will be required to manage client relationships through effectively leading dedicated client teams to deliver a superior standard of service in the marketplace.

Requirements

Considerable practical experience in building teams and scaling with business growth
Sound technical financial services and accounting knowledge
Experience with Yardi is highly preferred
Evidence of responsibility for a major client relationship(s)
Focus on team member growth, i.e. what training could and should be provided to and completed by members of the team – leverage and expand the coverage of the Aztec Academy where possible
Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or finance
Experience as or at either or both of the below is required: Controller, or senior accountant at a fund; preferably at a Real Estate focused fund

Nice To Haves

CPA certified during career or MBA in relevant field, preferred

Responsibilities

Senior accounting leader responsible for all technical accounting aspects for a portfolio of real estate structures.
Lead and scale a team of technical accountants across all aspects of Real Estate Funds & SPV accounting.
Responsible for managing the client relationships and service delivery for US Real Estate clients and in leveraging the global capabilities of the firm to meet US RE client needs.
Act as authority on day to day queries and as “B” level 4-eyes signatory on accounting administration matters, ensuring that company policy and professional and regulatory guidelines are adhered to and that a professional quality service is provided to clients and outside contacts.
Liaise with professional advisors and intermediaries during investment transaction and in relation to general market happenings and operating matters.
Review service provided and requested scope changes across teams to ensure that appropriate billing opportunities are identified, and appropriate action taken.
Manage the on-going training and development requirements of team members as well as the health, growth and cohesiveness of the team itself.
Assist with proposals, pitches and presentations in conjunction with the US Leadership team and the business development team and participate in new client proposals/pitches as necessary.
Participate in the development of detailed client pricing and potentially in related negotiations.