Staff 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 Staff Accountant to join our AllianceTexas team in North Fort Worth, Texas. This position provides an opportunity to build a strong foundation in real estate accounting while supporting a diverse portfolio of active construction projects and operating multifamily properties. Working alongside experienced accounting professionals and cross-functional business partners, the Staff Accountant will contribute to property-level accounting, financial reporting, monthly close, budgeting, and other key financial processes that support the division’s operations.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting principles, excellent attention to detail, and a desire to learn and grow within the real estate industry. This role offers broad exposure to the financial lifecycle of real estate assets and the opportunity to develop practical accounting experience while partnering with accounting, development, construction, and property management teams.

Responsibilities:

Property Accounting and Financial Reporting:

• Assist with property accounting for assets under construction and operating multifamily properties.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and supporting documentation in accordance with established accounting procedures.
• Perform bank and balance sheet account reconciliations and research discrepancies.
• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for review by senior accounting team members.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting records, schedules, and documentation.
• Support accounts payable activities, including invoice coding, payment research, and coordination with internal teams.
• Assist with intercompany accounting, cash activity, and other property-level transactions.
• Respond to routine accounting inquiries and work with internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.

Budgeting and Project Support:

• Assist with the preparation of annual property budgets and periodic reforecasts.
• Update Construction Cost Reports and other project accounting schedules under the guidance of senior accounting team members.
• Track project costs and commitments and help identify variances between actual results and approved budgets.
• Prepare supporting documentation for capital calls and loan draw packages.
• Assist with compiling financial and operational information for project teams, development managers, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in budget and project review meetings and provide follow-up support as needed.

Process Improvement and Team Support:

• Follow established internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation standards.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by gathering schedules and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve the accuracy and efficiency of routine accounting processes.
• Use available technology and AI-enabled tools responsibly to support research, documentation, and accounting workflows.
• Collaborate with accounting colleagues and cross-functional partners to meet reporting deadlines and team objectives.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

 Required Skills and Abilities:

• Foundational understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and basic financial reporting concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to research and resolve routine accounting discrepancies.
• Detail-oriented approach with a strong commitment to accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to organize work, manage multiple assignments, and meet established deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with accounting colleagues and cross-functional business partners.
• Proactive mindset and willingness to ask questions, accept feedback, and learn new processes.
• Ability to learn ERP, financial planning, accounts payable, and property 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 working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Accounting internship, relevant part-time employment, or exposure to real estate, construction, property management, or accounts payable is preferred.
• Recent graduates and candidates beginning their professional accounting careers are encouraged to apply.

 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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