Service Delivery Center - EY Comply, Real Estate Fund Accounting - Senior

EY•Philadelphia, PA

8d•$67,600 - $156,900•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated Senior Analyst to join our Service Delivery Center (SDC) Fund Accounting and Administration practice in Real Estate Fund Accounting. In this role, you will provide essential financial and management accounting support for real estate funds and help our clients meet regulatory, tax, and financial statement reporting requirements through our proprietary EY-developed technology platform. Additionally, you will help contribute to the development of junior team members. This position offers a unique opportunity to assist prominent real estate fund advisors in navigating complex reporting and technology challenges, ultimately reducing reporting costs and streamlining regulatory, tax, and financial reporting processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in tax and/or accounting, preferably with a focus on Real Estate funds
Analytical skills, especially an understanding of transaction posting, and investment trial balance debits and credits related to fund controllership, investment books and records and asset management
Strong proven communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to learn firm-specific technologies
An interest in working in an environment which encourages continuous learning, development and identification of opportunities for improvement of individual and team performance
Understanding of processes and ability to execute detailed procedures based on knowledge of fund controllership, investment books and records, and/or financial statement processes, and regulatory filing principles
Knowledge of Real Estate fund characteristics and the application of regulatory and financial reporting rules to those investments
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to deliver client requirements in a regulatory-driven environment, process improvements, and understand operationally complex fund accounting principles
Ability to develop relationships with team members across multiple geographic locations and time zones

Nice To Haves

CFA/ CPA (candidate)
Effective project management, and organizational skills
Experience working alongside colleagues at all levels of business
Strong interest in regulatory reporting requirements or financial statement reporting
Experience related to fund accounting, including the ability to conduct technical review and interpretation of SEC rules, regulations, FAQs
Experience with software tools including document management systems, workflow systems, partnership accounting, investment accounting such as Yardi, eFront, Investran, or other investment sub-ledger software

Responsibilities

Understand the intricacies of Real Estate fund operations and financial statement reporting
Perform critical accounting activities, including capital calls, valuations, and transaction processing
Collaborate with team members to gather and organize client data for reporting purposes
Support the preparation of financial statements and reporting packages
Be part of defining new procedures and controls to enhance the overall operational risk process
Contribute to the technical development of the team by sharing knowledge and best practices
Seek feedback and guidance from team leadership to enhance personal and team performance
Drive high-quality work products within expected timeframes and budget
Assist with managing risks and ensuring key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes
Stay current on business and industry trends relevant to our clients, including the latest Real Estate fund structures and investment record keeping standards