Assistant Director of Financial Reporting

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Buffalo, NY, USA
In-Office
120K-170K Annually
Senior level
Real Estate
The Role
Supports monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting; general ledger oversight; reconciliations; journal entries; variance analysis; audits; GAAP compliance; internal controls; tax work papers; and management reporting. The role analyzes financial trends, identifies risks, supports accounting system enhancements, improves reporting processes, and coordinates with accounting, tax, property management, finance, leadership, and external auditors.
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Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Support the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
  • Work closely with the accounting team to ensure consistent application of accounting policies across retail, office, industrial, mixed‑use, and development entities.
  • Assist with general ledger oversight, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis.
  • Support the Director, Financial Reporting to coordinate external reporting requirements, audits, and compliance with GAAP and other applicable accounting standards.
  • Assist with the development, documentation, and maintenance of strong internal controls and accounting procedures.
  • Coordinate with the tax department to support the preparation of tax work papers and requested financial information.
  • Analyze financial results and trends, challenging assumptions and identifying risks and opportunities within the portfolio.
  • Support accounting system enhancements and process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of reporting.
  • Uphold the integrity, ethics, and reputation of Benderson Development by ensuring financial activities are conducted in a professional and compliant manner.
  • Prepare internal financial analyses, reports, and presentations for senior management as needed.
  • Assist in overseeing day‑to‑day accounting and financial reporting operations for Benderson Development, excluding hotel and Delta Sonic operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Five to seven years of accounting experience, preferably within real estate, property management, construction, or development.
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.
  • CPA designation preferred but not required.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting concepts.
  • Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
  • Proficient in financial systems and Microsoft Excel; experience with real estate accounting systems a plus.

Reporting Relationship and Key Relationships

  • This role reports directly to the Director, Financial Reporting.
  • Works closely with the accounting team, property managers, and finance department.
  • Regular interaction with internal leadership and external auditors, tax department, and other financial partners.

Pay Range: $120,000-$170,000 Annually

Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate. 


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Skills Required

  • Five to seven years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate, property management, construction, or development
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • CPA designation
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting concepts
  • Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with real estate accounting systems
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The Company
HQ: University Park, FL
374 Employees
Year Founded: 1949

What We Do

Benderson Development is a privately held U.S. real estate company that owns, operates, and develops a nationwide portfolio of more than 1,000 properties totaling over 55 million square feet. Its holdings include retail centers, office and medical properties, industrial parks and warehouses, hospitality assets, residential properties, and land. The company focuses on high-quality commercial properties, with assets in 40 states.

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