Fund Accountant

Bridge acknowledges and values the individuality of each person, recognizing that our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. In addition to our business objectives, we strive to make a positive impact in our communities and uphold ESG principles at our properties and corporate locations. We evaluate all candidates based on their merit, without any prejudice towards race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other category protected by law.

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Make an impact

Bridge is hiring an accounting analyst III or an associate I to work with our fund accounting team. The accountant will prepare financial statements for the fund and its investment entities and work with the fund controllers to manage the fund operations. The accountant will be dealing with funds under our debt strategies vertical. The primary responsibilities of the accountant will be to:

• 2-3 years in an accounting role, fund accounting preferred
• Maintain fund accounting databases.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of general journal entries
• Daily/Monthly/Quarterly reconciliation of investment positions and fair market values
• Calculate and record fees / Book accruals and expense items
• Interact with investment managers to resolve questions and reconciliation of differences
• Generate quarterly financial statements, accompanying notes, and supporting schedules
• Provide year-end audit coordination services

What you should bring

Candidates should be highly motivated, energetic, and savvy with demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. In addition to thriving in a fast-paced client-facing role and having effective communication skills, a successful candidate should have: 

• BS in Accounting required, MAcc preferred
• Professional accounting experience (internships acceptable)
• A strong interest in private equity and a career in industry accounting
• CPA Certification preferred (or working toward CPA)
• Firm understanding of GAAP accounting concepts and principles
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Strong detail orientation

What you can be a part of

Bridge's Office Fund Manager implements a real estate investment strategy that targets value-added commercial office assets in US prime suburban submarkets. We manage over 9 million square feet of commercial office space. Building on Bridge's deep industry expertise and multi-cycle track record as a seasoned owner/operator, Bridge Office offers specialized opportunities in acquiring well-located, high-quality office assets with outstanding risk/reward metrics.

What we offer

• Generous base salary and bonus program
• Full benefits suite including 401K, above-average PTO, Parental Leave, and Medical, Dental, Vision
• Access to benefits concierge service
• Access to Mental Health & well-being service
• Be part of a culture that is truly open door, with access to mentorship, leadership training, career advancement, and innovation
• Opportunities to join employee resources groups and participate in events hosted by the Bridge Women’s Network, Black Inclusion Group, BIG Pride, Allies for AAPI, Unidos Latino and Hispanic Group, Bridge of Honor Veterans, and Advocates for Accessibility
• Opportunity to be involved in community outreach and charity events

Get to know Bridge

Bridge is a leading, vertically integrated real estate investment manager, diversified across specialized asset classes. Bridge combines its nationwide operating platform with dedicated teams of investment professionals focused on select U.S. real estate verticals: residential rental, office, development, logistics properties, net lease and real estate-backed credit. Bridge is well-regarded for its high integrity and collaborative leadership culture that rewards both individual thinking and team decision-making. Our leaders are seasoned professionals who bring their vast experience and high standards of excellence to their work. Our leaders value career development and take seriously the role they play in developing next-generation leaders. Bridge professionals embody accountability and seek to deliver high-quality results through creativity and innovation.