Chicago, Illinois, USA
22 hours ago
Portfolio Accountant

About Waterton

Waterton has grown from very humble beginnings with one phone and two desks to the successful, nationally recognized real estate investment and management firm it is today. As Waterton has evolved and grown, one thing has remained constant - the drive to achieve results by exceeding expectations.  For 25 years Waterton remains passionate about delivering an incredible Resident Experience, which we believe is made possible by offering an extraordinary experience for our talented associates.  We value performance that delivers experiences that exceed expectations, coupled with an unwavering commitment to Investor, Guest, and Resident service excellence.  Overall we are a collection of people who strive daily to “find the good and leave it better”. 

Job Summary

The Portfolio Accountant is responsible for portfolio accounting, performance and reporting functions for multifamily investment vehicles. Waterton is a hybrid work environment.

Prepare financial close of multifamily fund investment vehicles, co-investments, and joint ventures Handle bookkeeping of fund-level special purpose entities, including bank reconciliations Perform asset management fee and incentive fee waterfall calculations using Excel or investment management software Record quarterly fair market values for real estate investments, mortgage-backed securities, debt and derivatives Perform quarterly performance returns (IRRs, TWRs, etc.), including submission to NCREIF indices Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, capital account statements and other reporting to investors and/or consultants Assist in the preparation of capital calls and distributions and associated notices to investors Prepare documentation of acquisition, financing and disposition activity Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic reforecasts and compile them into cash flow projections Review and monitor lender financial covenant calculations and confirm compliance with loan documents Assist with requests from external auditors for annual audit(s) of fund investment vehicles, co-investments and joint ventures Assist with preparation of financial, compliance and other information for external tax preparers, as needed. Review externally prepared workpapers, returns and K-1s to ensure timely filing of returns Assist with financial analysis and special projects as needed

 What You’ll Bring- Desired Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree in accounting (preferred) or finance, or equivalent work experience. Pursuit of CPA preferred.  1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a multi-family real estate environment. Solid GAAP accounting experience.  Proficient with Microsoft Office, to include Word, Excel, and Outlook; Familiarity with Yardi, MRI, or similar property management/accounting software, and business intelligence software preferred.  Experience managing relationships and building rapport with others. Understand collaboration and discretion to keep everyone informed and on the same page in both verbal and written communication. Dedication to work, sense of ownership, and attention to detail. Adaptable as the situation warrants and the ability to focus on multiple deadlines and change. 

How we will recognize and reward you:

At Waterton, we recognize that compensation and benefits are important not only to our associates but to their families as well. We offer a wide variety of rewards to meet everyone’s needs including:

Competitive compensation and incentive program participation Full suite of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, and even pet insurance 401k + match Generous paid time off, volunteer time off, and paid holidays A commitment to life-long learning through learning plans that include internal and external trainings, as well as consideration for tuition reimbursement. Employee discounts and wellness initiatives, like an onsite gym. Hybrid work environment (based on business or position needs)

Waterton welcomes all.

Waterton is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.  

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