Real Estate Accounting Manager

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS POSITION, YOU WILL BRING:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Economics and eight plus years of applicable experience, or combination of education and relevant work experience.

• Master’s degree and/or CPA designation a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of real estate investment structures, financial reporting, and GAAP.  Self-starter and demonstrated capability to gain the respect of others, influence people of varying levels of authority in multiple organizations and elicit cooperation without direct authority.
• Minimum 7-10 years of applicable experience (real estate, lease, and/or property management accounting) or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate and impart technical accounting knowledge and information in an easy-to-understand manner.
• Ability to communicate decisions while educating at the same time.
• Establish good working relationships with a diverse population.
• Strong sense of service orientation, with a proven ability to balance controls and compliance.  Ability to develop solutions when many variables are constrained and initiative to improve the department constantly.
• Prominent level of professionalism and integrity with a demonstrated ability to work productively with and gain confidence in many levels of an organization.  Ability to maintain focus, successfully execute plans, and bring closure to activities, tasks, and projects. Proven track record of getting things done.
• Other skills necessary for this job are excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment as an agent of change.
• Advanced proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to interpret and apply advanced accounting knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Effective communication skills, including communicating information clearly and effectively to internal audiences and client groups.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Project management skills and ability to lead and contribute to a project team.

In Addition, Preferred Requirements Include:

• Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience with, real estate investment software (YARDI) and ERP systems, preferably Oracle, with proven ability to apply knowledge to understand new systems and processes.
• General understanding of SQL or relational database knowledge to extract data and perform analysis.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and prioritizing multiple tasks to meet deadlines and customer service response standards.
• Proven ability to apply knowledge to analyze and interpret business policies and external regulations and translate them into compliant and efficient accounting processes.
• Ability to observe trends in data, recommending and helping to implement solutions to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy of data.
• Strong customer-oriented approach to managing work.
• System knowledge (relational database, SQL, and/or AI)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WHY STANFORD IS FOR YOU

Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and how it enriches the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!
• Redwood City. Our new Stanford Redwood City campus, which opened in 2019, is the workplace for approximately 2,700 staff, including FMS, whose jobs are important to supporting the university’s mission.  The campus will offer amenities such as onsite cafes and a dining pavilion, a high-end fitness facility with an outdoor pool, and a childcare center for Stanford families.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.