Accounting Specialist

Tishman Speyer; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching contributions

Wellness benefits

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Tishman Speyer in New York is seeking an Accounting Specialist to manage liquidity, financial analysis, and reporting under the Director - Corporate Accounting. You will work cross-functionally to drive operational excellence and support strategic decision-making.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Accounting, 2–4 years in public or real estate accounting, advanced Excel, and strong analytical and communication skills. Onsite presence in New York is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 2–4 years in public or real estate accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills are essential for analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and organized mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain rolling cash forecasts, loan schedules, and fund models.
• Analyze fund/asset profitability, GP economics, and valuations.
• Develop clear, data-driven summaries for senior leadership.
• Monitor cash flows and credit facilities; track capital commitments.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Communication

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

Tishman Speyer creates vibrant destinations and dynamic environments that inspire innovation and connected communities. As a diversified developer, operator, and investment manager of top-tier real estate in 33 markets across the globe, our business choices are driven by the belief that real estate should unlock human potential. Tishman Speyer’s diversified portfolio spans market rate and affordable residential communities, premier office properties and retail spaces, industrial facilities, and mixed-use campuses. We create state-of-the-art life science centers through our Breakthrough Properties joint venture, and foster innovation through our strategic proptech investments. By combining global perspective with local expertise, and a personalized approach, we are able to anticipate our customers’ evolving needs. We were the first real estate company to introduce asset-wide amenity services through our ZO platform, and the first traditional real estate company to create its own flexible space and coworking brand, Studio.

Since our founding in 1978, Tishman Speyer has acquired, developed, and operated 576 properties, totaling 233 million square feet, with a combined value of over $131 billion (U.S.). Tishman Speyer currently has approximately $65 billion in assets under management, including iconic properties such as New York City’s Rockefeller Center, São Paulo’s Torre Norte, The Springs in Shanghai, Paris Bourse in Paris and Frankfurt’s OpernTurm and TaunusTurm.

Summary Of The Position

The Accounting Specialist will have a key role in managing liquidity, financial analysis, and reporting for Tishman Speyer. Reporting to the Director - Corporate Accounting, the Specialist will work cross-functionally to drive operational excellence, deliver accurate reporting, and support strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

Financial Forecasting, Analysis & Reporting

• Maintain and refine rolling cash forecasts, loan schedules, and fund models to support capital planning.
• Analyze and report on fund/asset profitability, GP economics, and valuations.
• Develop and deliver clear, data-driven financial summaries to inform strategic decision-making by senior leadership.

Liquidity & Capital Management

• Monitor and manage cash flows and utilization of lines of credit.
• Analyze credit facility activities (borrowings, repayments, compliance) and produce actionable cash management analysis.
• Track and reconcile capital commitments and sources/uses of funds.

Stakeholder Support & Reporting

• Contribute to valuation and performance reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and periodic estate valuations.
• Maintain intercompany loan schedules and credit facility registers.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

• Partner with Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Tax, and Corporate Finance teams to align financial data and insights.
• Ensure compliance with management, loan, and partnership agreements.

Technology & Process Improvement

• Support enhancement of data tracking and financial reporting through new and existing software solutions.
• Collaborate on financial data integration into centralized platforms, focusing on accuracy, automation, and user experience improvement.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 2-4 years in public or real estate accounting
• Commitment to embracing AI-powered tools and emerging technologies as catalysts for enhancing operational efficiency, improving deliverable quality, and unlocking process innovation.
• Advanced Excel skills
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and organized
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive and team-oriented mindset
• Onsite presence is required for this position

The base compensation range for this role is $85,000 to $100,000. This role is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, as well as access to our comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) plan (with matching contributions), wellness benefits and all other benefits afforded to full-time Tishman Speyer employees.

This base range reflects a number of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skill sets, and/or licensure required of an individual in this particular role. The base range is also specific to members of Tishman Speyer’s New York team, as we’ve considered factors specific to this geography.

Tishman Speyer is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status or military status, or any other category protected under applicable law. Tishman Speyer is committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment and advancement of minorities, women, persons with disabilities and protected veterans.

Disability Assistance - Tishman Speyer is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [e-mail]