Chief Accounting Officer

Are you looking for an opportunity to define your future in the commercial real estate industry based on your own unique skills and experience?

The Chief Accounting Officer is responsible for overseeing all accounting and tax functions for Berkadia, including its subsidiaries and affiliates.

Whether your talents lie in marketing, operations, finance, human resources, management, or something different altogether, you’ll find flexibility and a sense of belonging at Berkadia. We’re committed to a culture that strives for excellence – a place where your contributions are valued, you are empowered to create positive impact, and you can grow your career. Be Your Best Self. Be Berkadia. 

We Innovate to shape the future of CRE, so in this role you will:

Responsibilities:

• Partnering with the CFO to determine accounting and tax implications for all material business decisions.
• Managing the corporate accounting team in the U.S. and corporate tax support outsourced to a Big 4 accounting firm. Management responsibility for subordinate managers.
• Managing transaction accounting, the closing process, and financial reporting Oversees accurate and timely delivery of financial statements.
• Overseeing the Workday Financial Management system; assure accuracy, timeliness, and conformity with professional accounting standards and best practices for all Berkadia entities. Responsible for proficiency and efficiency with using Workday.
• Principal point of contact with Big 4 accounting firms, while owning the Company’s interpretation of technical accounting matters and compliance with federal, state and local tax regulations. Research and implement proper accounting and reporting for new corporate structures. Oversee tax compliance and strategy outsourced to a Big 4 accounting firm.
• Other duties as assigned.

We are passionate about your growth, so to achieve success in this role you should have: 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• CPA certification
• Commercial real estate experience
• Experience managing finance and accounting functions, understanding tax regulations and compliance, navigating complete technical research, and familiarity with Workday or other financial software
• Exceptional business acumen
• Ability to adhere to Berkadia’s policies and exhibit proficiency and understanding of Berkadia’s Values
• Knowledge of accounting principles and best practices
• Ability to interface with team members and customers
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to organization policies and procedures
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master's degree or equivalent
• At least ten years of experience in a similar position

We believe People Matter, so we offer benefits that go beyond:

• Monthly paid volunteer hours and donation matching to benefit our communities 
• Employee Resource Groups that help you grow with us
• Fertility and family planning services  
• Up to 12-weeks of fully paid parental leave   
• Mental health care, including free counseling sessions:  
• We'll help you fund your learning journey with generous tuition reimbursement 
• Pet insurance discounts 
• And more! 

Be Your Best Self. Be Berkadia. 

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