Revantage a Blackstone Real Estate portfolio company is a global provider of corporate services.
With a corporate purpose of In Pursuit of Better Revantage delivers value-added services and world-class talent for Blackstone Real Estate portfolio companies spanning diverse asset classes including residential logistics office hospitality and retail sectors. Headquartered in Chicago the companys footprint extends across North America Europe and Asia Pacific.
Rooted in a commitment to collaboration and inclusivity Revantage goes beyond traditional corporate services and acts as a trusted partner. Across offerings that include finance technology human resources and operations Revantage proactively anticipates stakeholder needs recruits exceptional talent and enables its business partners to thrive.
What We Value: Our Culture
Our people are our most important asset enabling Blackstone portfolio companies and investments to scale and thrive. Together we foster a workplace where everyone can be themselves enabling them todo their best work.
At Revantage we have exceptional people who live our values and help us pursue better every day. We offer dynamic and meaningful work competitive compensation benefits and flexibility. We listen and take action to ensure our organization evolves to reflect our employees voices and support an inclusive culture.
Our demonstrated commitment to our people and collaborative culture have earned us numerous awards as a top employer.
Our culture is built on our shared core values and commitment to be:
Grow your career with us. As a member of our team youll gain hands-on experience in the real estate industry and benefit from a supportive environment that fosters personal and professional growth.
WHY THIS ROLE IS VALUABLE
We are establishing a new property accounting team to manage the accounting for a portfolio of approximately 175 retail Property Accounting Lead (VP Property Accounting) will be responsible for building all aspects of the function from the ground up overseeing both onshore and offshore teams. This is a unique opportunity to design and implement a best in-class property accounting function that is process-driven standardized automated and scalable. The role is highly strategic involving organizational design process optimization and leadership development while also requiring a hands-on approach to deeply understand and refine accounting ideal candidate is a strategic leader with proven experience leading property accounting teams.
HOW YOU ADD VALUE
Build and design the Property Accounting Organization
Lead implementation of a new ERP system (Yardi)
Hire & oversee onboarding and training of offshore and onshore teams
Design and establish best in class processes for timely accurate and high-quality accounting records and reporting
Standardize accounting processes across asset classes
Design and establish scalable processes to accommodate future growth
Ensure accounting processes comply with internal controls
Leadership & Team Management
Manage a team of 50 accountants and professionals performing general ledger accounting lease administration accounts receivable accounts payable fixed asset maintenance job-costing month-end close activities and reporting
Build and sustain a collaborative high-performance team culture aligned with our core values: Learners Leaders Enthusiasts Achievers and Partners
Foster professional development and mentor talent
Manage the recruitment and training of accounting personnel
Conduct resource planning including allocating tasks across multiple team members to ensure efficient utilization of resources
Establish metrics and review procedures to ensure the offshore team operates effectively and is held accountable for performance
Property Accounting Operations
Responsible for full GAAP Accounting of portfolio of approximately 175 assets
Provide leadership and guidance to teams managing general ledger accounting lease administration accounts receivable accounts payable and fixed assets
Oversee accounts receivable process including billing and cash application
Oversee the CAM (common area maintenance) process to ensure the Company recovers the maximum allowable expenditures. Manage the prepayment and settlement process to ensure timely accurate and seamless execution
Ensure timely efficient and high-quality completion of all financial close processes with a proactive hands-on approach
Oversee the preparation and execution of financial reports for management and lenders ensuring reporting is timely accurate and in compliance.
Internal Controls & Compliance
Design maintain strengthen and evolve internal controls to ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements
Coordinate and actively participate in external audits serving as a key liaison with auditors to ensure smooth and successful audit outcomes
Continuous Improvement Mindset
Champion a culture of continuous improvement by implementing process-oriented automated solutions that enable the team to scale for growth
Relationship Management
Manage deliverables and deadlines across multiple stakeholders including Revantage portfolio company and Blackstone in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
Present complex data and recommendations to senior leadership fostering trust and influencing strategic direction
Develop close partnerships with Revantage portfolio company and Blackstone leadership to enable business strategies and goals
Maintain service level agreements
Act as a key support contact for analytical and ad-hoc financial requests from the executive leadership team portfolio company and Blackstone providing timely and insightful information to aid in strategic decision-making
Communicate financial results effectively to stakeholders and influence decision-making across the organization
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE
Required:
Bachelors degree in accounting a CPA certification is preferred
Experience leading a property accounting team preferably retail and office assets
15 years of accounting experience; 10 years of progressive commercial real estate accounting experience
Minimum 5-10 years leading and managing large accounting teams
Experience managing offshore teams
Proficient in accounting software systems and CAM modules including Yardi.
Experience implementing an ERP system
Desire to thrive and be successful in a fast-paced deadline-driven high-growth environment.
Solutions-oriented approach with a sense of urgency in responding to complex or unexpected issues
Exceptional financial acumen with meticulous attention to detail
Excellent analytical quantitative and problem-solving skills.
Strong knowledge of GAAP real estate accounting principles financial reporting standards CAM billings and regulatory compliance requirements in the commercial real estate industry
Strong ability to analyze processes and procedures and provide strategic recommendations for improvement
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Preferred:
Public Accounting experience
Base Compensation Range:
$210000.00 To $240000.00 Annually. This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of the Companys base compensation range for this position. Actual base compensation range may vary based on various factors including but not limited to location and experience.Total Direct Compensation: This job is also eligible for discretionary bonus and incentive compensation on an annual basis.
Benefits: The Company provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage retirement savings plan paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
The additional total direct compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans policies practices agreements or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.
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Perks for You
EEO Statement
Revantage is an equal opportunity accordance with applicable law we prohibit discrimination against any applicant employee or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis including but not limited to: veteran status uniformed servicemember status race color caste immigration status religion religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices) sex gender gender expression gender identity marital status sexual orientation pregnancy (including childbirth lactation or related medical conditions) age national origin or ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability genetic information (including testing and characteristics) protected leave status domestic violence victim status or any other consideration protected by federal state or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations if you need an accommodation to complete the application process please email
Required Experience:
Exec