**Temporary Senior Accountant – Lease Accounting, Administration & Analysis** Location **Pasadena, CA** Job Function **Accounting** Employment Status **Temporary, Full-Time, Non-Exempt** Apply Now (https://phe.tbe.taleo.net/phe03/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=ALEXANDRIARE&cws=40&rid=1329) We are seeking a Temporary - Senior Accountant in our Pasadena office. The incumbent will be a highly skilled individual who is highly detail oriented, works well in a team-oriented environment, and proficient in technical US GAAP Accounting. Schedule: Hybrid role - 3x per week in office minimum. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Will employ a number of duties in the areas of accounting, financial reporting, operation and process improvement support for our Lease Accounting, Administration & Analysis function, consisting but not limited to the following: + Perform the day-to-day accounting for the Lease Accounting, Administration & Analysis function, including but not limited to: + Accounting for revenue recognition of new and amended leases + Proactively assist with monitoring of 700+ active leases + Perform technical accounting research to account for complex leases, lease terminations + Assist with technical accounting research and preparation of above/below-market lease calculations for acquired leases as part of new acquisitions + Track lease deliveries for GAAP rent recognition + Prepare rental revenue assumptions for annual budgets + Prepare monthly straight-line rental revenue reconciliations and fluctuation analysis + Prepare tenant recovery and rental revenue fluctuation analysis + Reconcile general ledger accounts to sub-ledgers/supporting schedules + Act as a liaison between Accounting and the Asset Services teams to provide Accounting and financial analyses support, including but not limited to: + Assist with lease abstract in regards to operating expense recoveries + Assist with year-end CAM reconciliation process + Assist with resolving lease related inquiries + Assist with the preparation of the monthly and quarterly Accounting Reporting package for executive management review + Provide financial reporting support for the preparation of the Company’s 10Q/10K SEC filings and quarterly Supplemental reporting + Participate in ad-hoc projects such as process improvement projects, internal and external audit requests, department goals and initiatives, and other special projects Education/Training: + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration + CPA preferred + 3+ years of Accounting experience required + Strong technical accounting skills required + Public Accounting experience is highly preferred + Real estate background preferred + Experience with lease accounting highly preferred + Technical accounting research skills desirable + Proficient in Technical US GAAP Accounting + Detail oriented and strong analytical skills + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines + Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels including, but not limited to HQ/field personnel, senior management, and outside parties. + Proficient in business related software: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. + JD Edwards Accounting software experience desirable The expected base hourly wage range for this position is $48.08 to $55.29 USD per hour. This hourly wage range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the consideration of many factors, which may include, but are not limited to, the individual’s knowledge, experience, education, qualifications, skills, and job location, as well as the Company’s compensation practices. Alexandria wouldn’t be the company we are without our incredible people, and we are pleased to provide the following industry-leading and comprehensive benefits: + 100% company-paid premiums (top-tier health, dental, and vision plan for you and your family) + Generous 401(k) profit sharing plan + Ample paid vacation, sick, and holiday time + Paid parental leave + Generous rewards and recognitions + Charitable gift matching + Annual paid time off for volunteering + Wellness and fitness incentives + Mentoring and career development opportunities + Life insurance, disability plans, and an Employee Assistance Program Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE), an S&P 500® company, is a best-in-class, mission-driven life science REIT making a positive and lasting impact on the world. With our founding in 1994, Alexandria pioneered the life science real estate niche. Alexandria is the preeminent and longest-tenured owner, operator, and developer of collaborative Megacampus TM ecosystems in AAA life science innovation cluster locations, including Greater Boston, the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, Seattle, Maryland, Research Triangle, and New York City. Alexandria has a longstanding and proven track record of developing Class A/A+ properties clustered in highly dynamic and collaborative Megacampus environments that enhance our tenants' ability to successfully recruit and retain world-class talent and inspire productivity, efficiency, creativity, and success. Alexandria also provides strategic capital to transformative life science companies through our venture capital platform, Alexandria Venture Investments. For more information, please visit www.are.com. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, marital status, registered domestic partner status, family-care status, veteran status, military status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance.