Senior Accountant

Company Overview:

Hillwood Properties, a Perot company, is a premier commercial and residential real estate developer, investor, and advisor of properties throughout North America and Europe.  Hillwood was founded in 1988 by Ross Perot, Jr. in association with the Alliance Texas project – an award winning 27,000-acre master-planned, mixed-use development and global logistics hub.   With a diverse portfolio of properties and home to many of the world’s leading companies, Hillwood is committed to bringing long-term value to our customers, partners, and the communities we serve. For more information, please visit www.hillwood.com.

Position Summary:

Hillwood Properties is seeking a highly motivated Senior Accountant to join our AllianceTexas team in North Fort Worth, Texas. This position provides an opportunity to take an active role in the accounting and financial operations of a diverse portfolio that includes active construction projects and operating multifamily properties. The Senior Accountant will have responsibility for property-level accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and project-related financial processes, while partnering closely with accounting, development, construction, and property management teams across the business.

The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting foundation, excellent analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. This role offers broad exposure to the financial lifecycle of real estate assets and the opportunity to contribute meaningful financial insight, strengthen accounting processes, and serve as a trusted accounting partner to project teams and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Property Accounting and Financial Reporting:

• Manage property-level accounting for assets under construction across various asset types and for operating multifamily properties.
• Prepare and review monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accounting activity is recorded accurately and within established timelines.
• Prepare and/or review financial statements and supporting schedules for internal and external stakeholders.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and ensure transactions are appropriately supported and recorded.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation in accordance with established accounting policies and internal controls.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests and provide supporting schedules and documentation as needed.

Budgeting and Project Accounting:

• Develop annual property budgets and periodic reforecasts in partnership with project and development managers.
• Maintain and update Construction Cost Reports (CCRs), monitoring project costs, commitments, and budget activity.
• Analyze actual results against budgets and forecasts, identify significant variances, and communicate relevant financial insights to project teams and stakeholders.
• Lead monthly budget review meetings with appropriate business and senior leadership partners.
• Prepare monthly loan draw packages and coordinate with lenders and internal stakeholders to support timely funding.
• Support capital call processes by preparing and communicating relevant financial information and funding requirements.
• Monitor financial activity related to active development and construction projects and partner with project teams to address accounting or budget-related questions.

Business Partnership and Process Improvement:

• Serve as an accounting resource to development, construction, property management, and other internal business partners.
• Communicate key financial and operational information, including budget variances, project activity, and other matters that may impact financial results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accounting considerations are incorporated into project and operational decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, controls, and overall operating efficiency.
• Leverage available technology and AI-enabled tools responsibly to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of accounting work.
• Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to research complex transactions and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Ability to independently manage multiple properties, projects, and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Detail-oriented approach with a strong commitment to accuracy, completeness, and timely execution.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage recurring deadlines while responding to changing business priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to accounting and non-accounting stakeholders.
• Collaborative and proactive approach with the ability to build effective working relationships across functional teams.
• Ability to effectively use ERP, financial planning, accounts payable, and other accounting systems.
• Ability to use AI tools, such as Claude, ChatGPT, and Microsoft Copilot, responsibly to improve the accuracy and efficiency of accounting work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Microsoft Excel skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 2+ years of professional accounting experience required.
• Experience in real estate, construction, property accounting, or a related industry preferred.
• Experience with project accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, or construction-related accounting processes preferred.

Benefit Highlights:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Vacation time
• Sick time
• Holidays
• Paid family caregiver leave
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Additional programs to support Associates and their families

EEO Statement:

Hillwood is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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