Manager, Financial Reporting
Location: US, CA, Newport Beach
Employment type: Full-time
Industry: Accounting
Function: Accounting/Auditing
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Bachelor's Degree

Company profile:
Green Street Advisors is the industry leader in real estate and real estate investment trust (REITs) research for over 25 years. Our dedicated research professionals generally cover far fewer companies per researcher than is typical for a securities firm. This specialization, coupled with our independence, allows for exceptionally detailed and timely analytical work while avoiding the conflicts of interest.  Our firm employs over 30 research professionals covering over 100 publicly-traded REITs and all major real estate sectors in North America and Europe. Our mission is to provide unparalleled insight, advice, and service to knowledgeable investors looking to execute the best possible public and private real estate capital allocation decisions. The success of our firm is evident in our proven track-record. View our track record here: #URL_8e9a08c6476d6ea9f4de917acd0dca365e4c56d3a200a78a61d15d19e538f251#  Green Street's North American headquarters is in Newport Beach, California, and our trading desk is in Dallas, Texas. Green Street's European headquarters and trading desk are located in London.

Description:
Founded in 1985, Green Street Advisors is the preeminent independent research, trading, and consulting firm concentrating on Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), other publicly traded real estate securities, and the private commercial real estate markets in North America and Europe. Green Street Advisors recently received an investment from a private equity firm and it has created a need within our Accounting and Financial Reporting department. The Financial Reporting Manager will assist the CFO and Controller with the financial affairs of the organization and prepare all external regulatory reports for Green Street Advisors and its affiliates. The Sr. Manager of Financial Reporting will liaise with external auditors for interim and year end audit work.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Prepare Green Street Advisors’ quarterly and annual financial statements, footnote disclosures, executive compensation disclosures.Prepare monthly stock compensation expense entries for U.S. entities under U.S. GAAP as well as monthly entries under country specific GAAP as required.Prepare quarterly debt covenants as required under all financing arrangements.Prepare annual financial statements and footnotes for Green Street Advisors and its affiliates.Assist in coordination of external audit for Green Street Advisors and its affiliates.Perform monthly balance sheet account analysis.Perform a budget vs. actual analysis on a monthly basis.Review and approves accounts payable, i.e., verifies that the payables comply with company policy.Review journal entries booked by accounting staff.Monitor delinquent A/R.Prepare annual budget and track budget variances.Review equipment capital requests and, once approved by the owners, prepare the check.Review and approve employee expense reimbursement reports and ensure payments are in accordance with company policy.Assist in the coordination and submission of the Company’s annual tax filings.Aide in the administration of the Company’s 401(k) plan.Prepare annual pay sheets for Company’s employees.Calculate and administer dividend pay-out to Company’s shareholders.Provide recommendations to Management regarding efficient management of cash reserves. 

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required. CPA preferred. 5-10 years experience in all aspects of accounting. Several years of public accounting experience required. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Analytical—the individual synthesizes complex or diverse information.Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Oral communication—the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts meetings.Delegation—the individual delegates work assignments, gives authority to work independently, sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.Quality management—the individual looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Judgment—the individual displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment and makes timely decisions.Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.

Benefits:
Green Street Advisors offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health, dental, life insurance, long term disability, paid vacation, holidays, and a 401(k) match.  We also offer voluntary benefits such as flexible spending and vision.Green Street Advisors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer