Senior Accountant - Real Estate

the opportunity you have been looking for! In this role, you will develop your skills across industries, find your passion and the perfect fit. You will benefit from continuous learning through client-facing interactions and develop an in-depth understanding of how accounting impacts the business world.

Collaborate with an accomplished and diverse team of professionals and enhance your career with personalized development and mentoring opportunities. Demonstrate your expertise and evolving leadership skills, while building your career in an independent and growing professional services firm that has been certified as a Great Place to Work!

SVA + You. Together, we Serve. People.

Better.

- Work with in-charge to complete assigned audits, reviews, and/or compilations. As challenging/unique situations occur, propose alternative options to in-charge, discuss and agree on course of action.

- Act as in-charge for assigned engagements including client interaction and budget preparation.

- Prepare moderate to difficult income tax and informational returns, including organizing a file of supporting documentation.

- Perform tax, audit, and affordable housing regulatory research to develop expertise in the LIHTC and real estate industry.

- Manage assigned administrative and other client related tasks.

- Successfully and appropriately participate in internal and external meetings.

- Gain proficiency with HUD, RD, and other affordable housing regulatory reporting requirements, where applicable.

- Ensure all duties are performed efficiently, and to a satisfactory level, typically requiring 55 hours/week during busy season (including weekends), and 40-45 hours/week during non-busy season.

- Assist clients with bookkeeping (monthly, quarterly, and annually).

- Record transactions in journals, classify postings, total and cross-total entries for a period.

- Draft financial reports including any required footnote disclosures.

- Create and maintain property and equipment and calculate depreciation and amortization.

- Work with mentor and/or senior staff to develop and execute career path.

- Represent SVA in the community and identify external organization(s) of interest.

- Prepare for and take the CPA examination or EA exam, if appropriate.

- Train and develop interns, including providing regular engagement feedback.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field required.

Experience: 1 to 3 years of experience as a staff accountant in a public accounting firm, preferably with experience serving real estate, affordable housing, or LIHTC clients.

Professional Certification: Pursuing CPA Examination preferred. If appropriate, pursuing the EA Examination required.

Specialized knowledge: All essential functions, skills, abilities, and behaviors of a Staff Accountant with minimal supervision. Knowledge of partnership taxation, real estate accounting, and affordable housing/LIHTC industry practices preferred.

Begin a long-term relationship with a company where motivation drives advancement. We invite you to explore employment opportunities with us and see how you can have an exciting and enjoyable career!