d) Real Estate Investment Management

KINGSTONE Investment Management•Warsaw, IN

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for taking ownership of the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting for an assigned portfolio of several commercial properties. This role involves reviewing and reconciling quarterly financial results for individual SPVs, analyzing P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements to identify key trends and irregularities. The analyst will also analyze property performance in cooperation with Asset and Property Managers, perform budget-to-actual and forecast-to-actual variance analyses with clear business commentary, and monitor the implementation of financial plans. Responsibilities include preparing periodic reporting packages, ensuring data consistency across systems, and working closely with accounting teams during closing processes. The role also involves preparing financial information for management and investors, participating in budgeting and forecasting, proactively identifying and initiating corrective actions for irregularities and risks, and supporting the continuous improvement of reporting processes. Additionally, the analyst will monitor cash flows and financial performance of SPVs, identify potential risks, and perform ad hoc analyses.

Requirements

At least 3 years of professional experience in financial controlling, accounting, audit or a comparable role
Very good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
Ability to analyze P&L statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements
Very strong analytical skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to data quality
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and confidence in working with financial data sets
Proficiency in English sufficient to collaborate effectively within an international organization
Proactive and solution-oriented approach, with the ability to identify issues, investigate their causes, and follow through on corrective actions
Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned responsibilities, effectively prioritize tasks and adhere to closing and reporting schedules
Comfortable working in a dynamic, international, and hands-on environment where responsibilities may extend beyond standard controlling tasks

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in commercial real estate is highly preferred
Alternatively, experience in audit, accounting or financial advisory with exposure to real estate clients would be an advantage
Experience working with multiple entities, SPVs, or investment structures simultaneously would be an advantage
Knowledge of German would be an additional advantage

Responsibilities

Taking ownership of the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting for an assigned portfolio of several commercial properties
Reviewing and reconciling quarterly financial results for individual SPVs
Analyzing the P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements of the companies, identifying key trends, irregularities and areas requiring clarification
Analyzing the performance of individual properties in close cooperation with Asset Managers and Property Managers
Performing budget-to-actual and forecast-to-actual variance analyses and preparing clear business commentary on the most significant differences
Monitoring the implementation of financial plans, comparing actual results with projections and explaining variances
Preparing periodic reporting packages in accordance with local and group reporting standards
Ensuring the consistency of data across accounting and financial systems and operational reports
Working closely with accounting teams during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes
Preparing financial information and analyses for local management, investors, and group functions
Participating in the budgeting and forecasting process for assigned SPVs and properties, including the development of annual budgets, budget updates, forecasts, and long-term plans
Proactively identifying irregularities, risks, and areas requiring clarification and initiating corrective actions
Supporting the continuous improvement of reporting, financial processes, and internal controls
Preparing periodic reports, profitability analyses, and income statements for management
Monitoring the cash flows, liquidity and financial performance of assigned SPVs and identifying potential risks or funding requirements
Performing other ad hoc analyses, reports and tasks in the areas of controlling and finance