• Full Time
• Atlanta, GA
• Posted 2 months ago

JOB SUMMARY:

Lead accounting, reporting and administration functions for growing commercial mortgage loan / debt investment management business with $10 billion currently under management.  Reports directly to head of commercial real estate debt team.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee accounting, reporting and administration for $10 billion mortgage advisory business and support new business development initiatives as needed.
• Design and implement accounting and operating procedures to ensure compliance with requirements as US registered investment advisor
• Manage delivery of monthly accounting information and client reports in accordance with GAAP, IFRS and statutory accounting standards and in adherence with specific client requirements; assist in preparation of quarterly and annual portfolio management reports.
• Onboard new funds/clients ensuring that client requirements and control requirements are met.
• Ensure data integrity is maintained within client accounting systems and oversee flow of information between loan servicing, data warehouse and general ledger.
• Provide accounting oversight for IT projects, including communication of requirements and user testing.
• Assist portfolio management in forecasting and monitor cash flows.
• Oversee and review quarterly performance return calculations.  Report fund and benchmark performance information to investors, consultants and industry organizations.
• Engage and coordinate with third party accounting firms on SOC1 reports, year-end audits and tax return preparation.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong academic background with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and a CPA license
• Minimum 12 years of experience, with a mix of Big-4 public accounting and private accounting strongly preferred
• Proficiency in current GAAP, IFRS and statutory accounting standards governing commercial mortgage loans and familiarity with industry reporting standards
• Experience managing staff and working in teams.
• Strong background in accounting and information systems, including experience overseeing data integrity across internal and external systems
• Experience leading or participating in information technology projects including coordinating and communicating business requirements and related user acceptance testing
• Prior experience operating in an environment with SSAE-16/18, SOC1 and/or SOX testing
• Experience with PeopleSoft or other accounting platforms a plus
• Familiarity with terms and structures of cross-border debt funds a plus
• Understanding of risk-based capital calculations, FAS 107/157 market valuations and other key industry metrics

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required to manage relationships with external service providers, clients, and internal stakeholders and associates.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with teams in the U.S. and overseas and work effectively across all levels of the organization
• Highly organized; Ability to prioritize deliverables and meet demanding timelines in dynamic environment with monthly client reporting deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Positive attitude; team-player