Job Details

Investment Accountant

Location: 50 California Street, Suite 2100, San Francisco, CA 94111

Schedule: Hybrid — Onsite Monday–Thursday, Remote on Fridays

Duration: 6-Month Contract (Possibility of Extension)

Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Overview

The Investment Accountant plays a key role in supporting the accounting and financial reporting functions for investment portfolios, joint ventures, and fund activities. This intermediate-level position requires strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities with moderate supervision. The ideal candidate will bring a solid understanding of partnership and investment accounting, along with the ability to analyze complex financial data and collaborate effectively across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Review monthly income distributions, capital funding, and financial reports prepared by third‑party property accountants in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform monthly intercompany cash clearing reconciliations and quarterly capital funding reconciliations to fixed asset reports.
• Prepare quarterly NOI (Net Operating Income) analyses.
• Understand SLR rent processes, identify discrepancies, and resolve errors efficiently.
• Partner with Asset Management, Property Management, Tax, and internal/external auditors to support audits and tax compliance.
• Analyze and resolve issues in capital accounts, distributions, and partner equity transactions.
• Assist in process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy and efficiency across accounting workflows.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation ensuring adherence to internal controls and company policies.
• Participate in ad hoc accounting projects and special assignments as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in investment accounting, fund accounting, or real estate accounting.
• Strong understanding of partnership accounting and capital reconciliations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Yardi or equivalent).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and experience supporting audits.
• Strong analytical, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with real estate investments or private equity funds.
• Familiarity with partnership and LLC tax reporting requirements.
• CPA or progress toward CPA certification.

Deal Breakers

• Inability to work the required hybrid schedule.
• Lack of motivation or unwillingness to work extended hours when needed.
• Poor communication skills (written or verbal).
• Inability to handle sensitive or confidential information.

Interview Process

Round 1: Initial one-on-one video interview with hiring manager

Round 2: Panel interview with two senior stakeholders (video or in-person preferred)