Senior Accounting Manager - Trammell Crow Company

CBRE - Richardson, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Richardson, TX

Real Estate

About the position

Join Trammell Crow Company (TCC), where we're shaping tomorrow's buildings to enrich communities today! We are creators with a local touch and global vision. Our ability to transform spaces into thriving places, meet diverse business and investor needs, and use inventive teams with an entrepreneurial spirit is what sets us apart. As our Senior Accounting Manager, you'll oversee the financial aspects of our real estate projects. You'll focus on month-end close, revenue recognition (ASC 606), equity method accounting, and coordinating annual audits. We're seeking a diligent, proactive, meticulous individual with excellent communication and time management skills who can streamline our processes. This is a hybrid role reporting into our Richardson, TX office 2 - 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate ASC 606 in relation to revenue recognition for activities concerning real estate sales and development.
• Collaborate closely with market leaders, project managers, legal, and corporate finance teams to guarantee precise and compliant revenue recognition.
• Manage and supervise equity method accounting for real estate investments, ensuring meticulous recording and reporting in strict accordance with GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of disclosures and footnotes related to equity method investments.
• Partner with the CBRE technical accounting team to prepare/review VIE/VOE analysis.
• Conduct comprehensive lease analysis in compliance with ASC 842 standards to ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory adherence.
• Support the month-end close process, ensuring adherence to strict timelines and compliance with SEC reporting standards.
• Review and reconcile general ledger accounts specific to real estate development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to accurately account for project-specific financial transactions.
• Implement and monitor internal controls related to financial reporting processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial reporting activities.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA with public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of U.S. public company internal control and reporting requirements.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, SEC regulations, and real estate accounting principles.
• Experience with SOX compliance, processes and control environments.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and data integrity.
• Effective communication skills to interact with internal teams, external auditors, and senior management within a publicly traded environment.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, OneStream, Cadency, TM1, PowerBI, and/or Alteryx preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with PeopleSoft, OneStream, Cadency, TM1, PowerBI, and/or Alteryx preferred.