Real Assets Accounting, Senior Associate

Blue Owl Capital Holdings LLC

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Flexible Spending Account
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Leave of Absences

Job summary

Blue Owl Capital Holdings LLC is seeking an energetic accounting professional for its non-traded REIT. The Senior Associate will support month-end close, financial reporting, and balance sheet accuracy, collaborating with fund administrators and cross-functional teams.

The role requires 4–6 years in public accounting or real estate, knowledge of GAAP, and strong Excel skills. Compensation ranges from $125,000 to $135,000 base, with comprehensive benefits. Chicago-based, on-site position.

Qualifications

  • 4 - 6 years of public accounting or real estate industry experience.
  • Knowledge of historical cost and/or fair value GAAP.
  • Ability to understand leases, debt agreements, purchase and sale agreements, and partnership agreements.
  • Leverage AI as a tool to drive efficiency.
  • Must be deadline focused, organized, and exhibit problem‑solving skills, able to handle multiple deadlines at the same time.
  • Ability to efficiently utilize excel spreadsheets.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field CPA preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

  • Monthly reporting: provide fund administrators with all supporting documentation for month-end close.
  • First level review of monthly workbooks including valuations and revenue allocations.
  • Coordinate ASC 805 purchase price allocations for property acquisitions.
  • Review monthly reports from joint venture partners and ensure consistency.
  • Prepare monthly distribution calculations and NAV-related figures.
  • Assist in audit and tax review, including schedules for external auditors.

Skills

Deadline driven
Organized
Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field
CPA preferred, not required

Tools

Excel

Job description

Blue Owl (NYSE: OWL) is a leading asset manager that is redefining alternatives®. With over $319 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026, we invest across three multi-strategy platforms: Credit, Real Assets and GP Strategic Capital. Anchored by a strong permanent capital base, we provide businesses with private capital solutions to drive long-term growth and offer institutional investors, individual investors, and insurance companies differentiated alternative investment opportunities that aim to deliver strong performance, risk-adjusted returns, and capital preservation. Together with over 1,380 experienced professionals globally, Blue Owl brings the vision and discipline to create the exceptional. To learn more, visit www.blueowl.com Blue Owl is looking for an energetic and strategic accounting professional for their non-traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT). This is an exciting opportunity to join a company experiencing tremendous growth. The qualified Senior Associate will be open to new ideas and processes, and help the Company institutionalize existing practices, working with the support of a highly collaborative team.

Responsibilities
  • Monthly Reporting Provide fund administrators with all supporting documentation for month-end close
  • First level review of supporting monthly workbooks, including: Cash Equity Debt financing Accruals and expenses Real estate, debt, and derivative valuations Derivative hedge entries Debt investments Rental revenue
  • Organize and review ASC 805 purchase price allocations for property acquisitions
  • Coordinate and review monthly reporting provided by joint venture partners
  • Prepare monthly distribution calculations
  • Review financial reporting packages, including calculation of Net Asset Value, NAV per share, management fees, and incentive fees
  • Provide lenders with debt compliance and other financial information as required by loan documents
  • Perform variance analysis and timely reconciliation of general ledger accounts
  • Cash management
  • Prepare and/or review wire requests for Fund disbursements
  • Work with AP team to ensure invoices are tracked, approved, and paid timely
  • Support Fund Vice Presidents in cash management and planning
  • Audit and Tax Review REIT test performed by third parties
  • Prepare and provide supporting schedules for audit
  • Assist in preparation of quarterly financial statements in Workiva
  • Coordinate with other internal teams (e.g. asset management, transactions, real estate credit, etc.) in accounting for new investments and ongoing operations
  • Work with team to properly prioritize ad hoc requests in addition to required reporting deadlines
Qualifications
  • 4 - 6 years of public accounting or real estate industry experience
  • Knowledge of historical cost and/or fair value GAAP
  • Ability to understand leases, debt agreements, purchase and sale agreements, and partnership agreements
  • Leverage AI as a tool to drive efficiency
  • Must be deadline focused, organized, and exhibit problem‑solving skills, able to handle multiple deadlines at the same time
  • Ability to efficiently utilize excel spreadsheets
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field CPA preferred, not required

The base annual salary range for this Chicago based position will be $125,000 - $135,000. Actual salary offered will be based on the candidate’s skill, experience, and qualification for the role.

Benefits for this role include Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k), Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Short Term Disability insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Family Planning Support, Paid Time Off, and Leave of Absences.

  • Health, Dental and Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Short Term Disability insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Family Planning Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Leave of Absences.

All such benefits are subject to the terms/conditions of the Company’s benefits plans and policies.

Blue Owl is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

Blue Owl (NYSE: OWL) is a leading asset manager that is redefining alternatives®. With over $319 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026, we invest across three multi-strategy platforms: Credit, Real Assets and GP Strategic Capital. Anchored by a strong permanent capital base, we provide businesses with private capital solutions to drive long-term growth and offer institutional investors, individual investors, and insurance companies differentiated alternative investment opportunities that aim to deliver strong performance, risk-adjusted returns, and capital preservation. Together with over 1,380 experienced professionals globally, Blue Owl brings the vision and discipline to create the exceptional. To learn more, visit www.blueowl.com

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