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Green Street is one of the leading companies in the commercial real estate research, data and analytics industry. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced AVP, Accounting to join our finance team. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, with a strong background in auditing large, complex companies, with experience working on US corporate income tax. We provide a world class Finance leadership team and mentoring to support professional development. This opportunity is for an individual who is looking to make an immediate impact and join a highly visible Finance team that is a key part of a leading intelligence provider in the commercial real estate sector.

Lead the following duties for all Green Street’s entities in the U.S. along with group consolidation accounting

• Manage the month-end close under tight timelines, improve internal processes, and provide deep and valuable business insights including analysis on the company’s revenues, expenses, balance sheet items and KPIs.
• Review the company’s annual financial statements and footnote disclosures and prepare documentation support to external auditors. Assist in coordination of external audit for the company and its affiliates.
• Lead the tax accounting calculations, including tax provision and deferred taxes. Assess new opportunities and legislative developments locally and abroad. Work with our tax consultants on the annual tax return.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and support to the finance team and cross-functional stakeholders on complex accounting issues including revenue recognition, equity and business combinations.
• Establish and maintain intercompany transactions and support the company’s organic growth to new locations, including establishment of new entities and/or offices.
• Participate in M&A transactions by leading the accounting due diligence, executing post-merger integration of the finance function, and providing insights and recommendations to the company’s senior leadership team.
• Lead system implementation projects to improve the team’s efficiency and increase the cooperation with the FP&A team as well as other departments within the organization.
• Manage a team of 3 and review tasks completed by them while mentoring and guiding them.
• Review the Company’s monthly state sales tax filings and perform physical and economic nexus analysis to determine potential liability in new U.S. states.
• Oversee banking operations and cash management, coordinating with bank contacts, and manage cash forecasting
• Shaping and enforcing the travel & entertainment policy.
• Establish and maintain internal controls, ensure that proper accounting procedures are being followed by all departments/affiliates and research accounting issues for compliance with GAAP.
• Management of NetSuite as an admin, including access, controls and creation of new structures.
• Assist in ad-hoc reporting/projects for management and the company’s senior leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required. CPA required. Masters degree is a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience in all aspects of accounting and 2 years with US taxes - required. A combination of public accounting and industry experience would be ideal; working experience in mergers and acquisition-related work, writing technical accounting guidance memos and/or implementing internal controls is a plus.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience, preferably with directly management of employees in person.
• NetSuite and FloQast experience is a large plus.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Analytical — the individual can synthesize complex or diverse information, able to analyze and provide recommendations using problem-solving approach and creativity.
• Delegation — the individual delegates work assignments, gives authority to work independently, sets expectations and monitors delegated activities. Able to work and manage remote employees and external service providers.
• Planning/organizing — the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans while looking to improve processes and add value to existing ones.
• Self-starter — must have the ability to problem solve and self-initiate processes with limited guidance.
• Communication – excellent verbal and written communication skills; experience of working with senior executives and/or in an international setting is a plus.

In addition to the posted base salary range, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and benefits (subject to eligibility requirements) listed here. Total compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to, type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications. This information is applicable for all full-time positions.

Green Street will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States or United Kingdom without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Green Street is a forward-thinking real assets company at the forefront of transforming the commercial real estate market with cutting-edge predictive analytics, data-driven insights, and actionable intelligence. With over 40 years of expertise, Green Street empowers investors, lenders, banks, and industry stakeholders across the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia to make optimized investment and strategic decisions. To learn more, please visit www.greenstreet.com.

The success of Green Street is directly attributable to the strength of our people. A diverse and inclusive work environment where top talent can thrive, think freely and offer different perspectives makes our insights even stronger. We’re building a company culture where differences are celebrated and valued.

Green Street is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Green Street does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.