AVP, Assistant Controller - Boston, United States - Berkshire Residential Investments
Description
Company OverviewBerkshire Residential Investments is a people-first real estate investment company who values not only the impact we make as a company, but the time we spend together in our high-performing teams.
If you're interested in a workplace where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work each day, come join our talented and growing team at Berkshire Residential Investments.
Our environment of entrepreneurial spirit, culture of expertise and our people-first approach will allow you to thrive while continuing to grow in your career.
Position Summary The Assistant Controller will ensure that debt investment accounting and fund financial information is accurately captured, classified and recorded in the form of financial statements for assigned portfolios.
This position will provide timely and accurate internal and external reporting related to financial and operational matters for assigned Berkshire Debt Funds.
Credit (Debt)Fund Strategies include:
(1) purchasing Freddie Mac Capital Markets Execution B-piece debt investments that are collateralized by high-quality multifamily mortgages throughout the United States (2) pursuing directly sourced preferred equity and mezzanine loan opportunities as well as (3) originating floating-rate transitional bridge loans with the intent to get to critical mass, securitize pools of loans through Collateralized Loan Obligations ("CLO's") and retain non-investment grade bond classes
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(These are the main duties/tasks of the position)Oversee assigned debt investment accounting staff (including offshore team) and review account reconciliations and financial statements prepared by themOversee the monthly debt investment and Fund/Account closing and consolidation process for their portfolios, which includes bond accounting (including interest income, principal payments and amortization of discounts), loan accounting (including interest income, capitalized or deferred interest and principal payments), warehouse and securitization accounting (including interest expense, principal payments to bondholders and amortization of costs and discounts associated with each debt instrument)Analyze and understand financial performance vs expectations for discussion with senior ExecutivesResponsible for preparation and review of the quarterly financial statements and investor reportsMonitor accounting and reporting compliance with Fund/Account partnership agreements, investor side letters and debt instrument agreementsManage investment management fee and incentive fee calculationsPrepare joint venture waterfall calculations, as applicableManage preparation of the capital accounts, including roll-forwards and the quarterly ownership recalculations, where applicableManage the returns calculations (TWR or IRRs) and dividend yieldsResponsible for calculation of distributions to general and limited partners, noncontrolling interest partners, debt investment distributions and Fund/Account distributions on a monthly/quarterly basis, or when applicable, for assigned portfoliosAbility to forecast and manage capital calls, credit facility usage, acquisitions, financings, and operating cash flow to maximize portfolio and partnership returns.
Help oversee and review the quarterly track record processAble to effectively use information technology systems and software to solve complex problems, address accounting needs and business issues, and generate operating efficienciesWhere applicable, perform or oversee preparation of debt covenant compliance and debt service requirements of investor loansWhere applicable, manage INREV calculations, submissions and investor's quarterly/ semi-annual requestsOversee external audit process for assigned portfoliosWork collaboratively and effectively with all groups within the organization, taking a lead role in fostering that dialogueManage third party relationships with custodians, servicers, trustees, partners, joint venture partners, etc.
Manage and develop staffManage adherence to internal controls surrounding financialConsistently demonstrate use of tact and discretion.JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge/Experience:
Minimum of five (5) years of experience, seven (7) years preferred, including credit/debt, private equity, or real estate industryDebt Funds/Real Estate Funds and fair value financial reporting experience preferredInternal controls - Registered Investment AdviserExperience with financial statement preparation requiredStrong analytical skills with attention to detailsStrong communication and interpersonal skills Meeting time sensitive deadlines and managing variable workloadsYardi experience preferredAptitude for organizing, prioritizing, and managing multiple priorities, using critical thinking and problem solvingDemonstrated multi-modal communication style that reaches every stakeholder, specifically excellent verbal, and written communicationsAbility to communicate with and manage up to senior managementCollaborative working style with inclusive work and thinking behaviors, commitment to excellence in teams and work product, with a strong work ethicDemonstrate emotional intelligence in high pressure and sensitive situationsTenacity, patience, and perseverance to work with business deals from beginning to end of processRepresent the Berkshire employment brand well to candidates by seeking to understand the capabilities and insights of people with unique backgrounds, cultures, styles, and abilitiesMaintain confidentiality of sensitive information and communications of informationDevelop productive working relationships with all team members including internal clients and external third partiesDemonstrated high level of ethics and integrity with a straightforward and honest approachTechnical/
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in business administration required, accounting concentration preferredCPA license and public accounting experience preferredDemonstrated ability to use and learn new technology (e.g., computers/hardware, mobile, software, cloud-based programs)Proficiency with computers, keyboards, monitors and telephone headsets.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of Products (e.g., Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, Power Point)Berkshire Residential offers an excellent benefits package, focusing on our employees' total health and wellness.
We offer programs and incentives that promote physical, mental, financial, and behavioral wellbeing both within and beyond our workplace. Please visit our Careers page for full details - and to learn more about how we value our employees.Berkshire Residential values diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Berkshire is committed to providing equal opportunity in all practices, including employees and applicants for employment.
We ensure that decisions affecting employees are made without regard to their race, color, creed, national origin, age, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.