Senior Accountant – Corporate Accounting

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 72,847 - 89,406; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid premiums for health, dental, and vision

Generous 401(k) profit-sharing plan

Significant paid time off and holiday time

Paid parental leave

Annual company-paid time off for volunteering

Job summary

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. is seeking an accounting professional in Pasadena, California, to broaden accounting expertise beyond traditional roles. This position provides exposure to various accounting disciplines, including property accounting, SEC reporting, and tax compliance.

With a minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, candidates will engage in high-impact projects and collaborate with numerous functions. The role offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits that include health coverage and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of related accounting experience required.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• CPA or progress toward CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close activities in property accounting.
• Assist with project set-up for real estate development.
• Perform purchase accounting analysis and settlement statement review.
• Conduct SEC financial reporting with reconciliations.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Yardi accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Looking to broaden your accounting expertise beyond a traditional accounting role? Join our team and gain exposure to nearly every facet of accounting and financial reporting within a leading S&P 500 REIT. This position offers a unique opportunity to build a well-rounded foundation across multiple accounting disciplines while partnering with experienced professionals throughout the organization. You’ll contribute to high-impact projects spanning property accounting, real estate development, acquisitions, SEC reporting, tax, and other corporate accounting functions—making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Property Accounting: Perform month-end close activities, including reviewing invoice coding, preparing journal entries and property balance sheet and income statement, analyzing fluctuation analysis, and preparing CAM reconciliation and bank reconciliations.
• Real Estate Development: Assist with project set-up process and month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries for construction accrual and WIP transfer, and preparing monthly construction reporting schedules.
• Transactions: Perform purchase accounting analysis, sale analysis, and settlement statement review.
• SEC Financial Reporting: Perform ad-hoc analysis and reconciliations to support external reporting requirements such as 10Q/10K and supplemental SEC filings. Assist with mining data to present useful information for quarterly earnings release.
• Tax: Assist with preparation of tax compliance reporting, including preparation of support for tax returns and REIT compliance analysis.
• Other functional accounting groups: Assist various functional accounting teams such as Lease Accounting, Fixed Assets, Amenities, Treasury, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable with various ad-hoc projects and analysis.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field required; Master’s degree in related field highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years of related accounting experience required and strong understanding of accounting principles.
• CPA or progress toward CPA certification preferred.
• Experience within commercial real estate or a public company environment is a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Yardi accounting software is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across multiple teams.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The expected base hourly wage range for this position is $52.88 to $64.90 USD hourly, plus an annual discretionary bonus. This hourly wage range is an estimate and the actual hourly wage may vary based on the individual’s knowledge, experience, education, qualifications, skills, job location, and the Company’s compensation practices.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid premiums (top-tier health, dental, and vision plan for you and your family)
• Generous 401(k) profit-sharing plan
• Significant paid time off and holiday time
• Paid parental leave
• Generous rewards and recognitions
• Annual company-paid time off for volunteering
• Wellness and fitness incentives
• Mentoring and career development opportunities
• Life insurance, disability plans, and an Employee Assistance Program

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, and/or local law or ordinance, including, without limitation, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, marital status, registered domestic partner status, family-care status, veteran status, military status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or sexual orientation.