Real Estate Accounting Lead

Welltower™ Inc. (NYSE:WELL); Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Welltower Inc. in the United States, Florida, is seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee one or more areas including fixed assets, construction and development, and property operating expenses.

You will lead the Property Accounting team, ensure US GAAP compliance and strong internal controls, and drive process improvements across the function. The role emphasizes mentorship, cross-team collaboration, and delivering accurate financial reporting to stakeholders in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years accounting experience, preferably in real estate-related activities and receivables.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business with an emphasis in accounting.
• Employment is contingent upon successful background check, drug screen, and verification of credentials.

Responsibilities

• Fully proficient in accounting and financial reporting for one or more areas: fixed assets, construction and development, and property operating expenses.
• Train and assist the Property Accounting team in all functional areas.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and company policies, including internal controls.
• Maintain documentation of policies and procedures and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Identify areas of process improvement and lead/assist with implementation.
• Maintain performance metrics and provide feedback to the Property Accounting team.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Property Accounting team and foster collaboration with other accounting and business teams.
• Ensure precise financial statements through accurate journal entries and working papers.
• Reconcile accounts and review supporting schedules for external reporting, including SOX documentation.
• Support internal and external audits and perform ad-hoc analysis as required.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Process improvement

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business with an emphasis in accounting

Job description

Welltower Inc. in the United States, Florida, is seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee one or more areas including fixed assets, construction and development, and property operating expenses.

You will lead the Property Accounting team, ensure US GAAP compliance and strong internal controls, and drive process improvements across the function. The role emphasizes mentorship, cross-team collaboration, and delivering accurate financial reporting to stakeholders in a timely manner.