Senior Accountant - Lease Accounting, Administration & Analysis

Alexandria Real Estate Equities; 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

Paid parental leave

Annual paid time off for volunteering

Job summary

Alexandria Real Estate Equities is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Lease Accounting team in Pasadena, California. This role focuses on day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, and technical accounting research associated with lease agreements. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of experience, strong analytical skills, and a collaborative spirit.

In addition, candidates with a CPA or public accounting experience are preferred. This position provides a competitive hourly wage plus benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Experience with lease accounting and/or commercial real estate highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day accounting for Lease Accounting.
• Assist with technical accounting research.
• Contribute to SEC filings preparation.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Microsoft Excel skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Yardi accounting software

Job description

Join a company where your accounting expertise directly supports one of the nation's leading real estate portfolios. We're looking for a Senior Accountant who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoys solving complex accounting challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accounting professional who wants to make an impact while partnering with cross-functional teams across the organization.

As a key member of our Lease Accounting, Administration & Analysis team, you'll play an integral role in revenue recognition, financial reporting, technical accounting, and process improvement initiatives. If you're detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about delivering accurate financial information, we'd love to hear from you.

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 consideration of many factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the individual's knowledge, experience, education, qualifications, skills, job location, and the Company's compensation practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform the day‑to‑day accounting for the Lease Accounting, Administration & Analysis function, including but not limited to:
  • Accounting for revenue recognition of new and amended leases.
  • Proactively assist with monitoring many active leases.
  • Perform technical accounting research related to complex leases and lease terminations.
  • Assist with technical accounting research and preparation of above‑and‑below‑market lease calculations for acquired leases.
  • Track lease deliveries for GAAP rent recognition.
  • Prepare rental revenue assumptions for annual budgets.
  • Prepare monthly straight‑line rental revenue reconciliations and fluctuation analyses.
  • Prepare tenant recovery and rental revenue fluctuation analyses.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts to subledgers and supporting schedules.
• Partner across Accounting and Asset Services teams to provide accounting and financial analysis support, including:
  • Assist with lease abstracts related to operating expense recoveries.
  • Support the year‑end CAM reconciliation process.
  • Resolve lease‑related accounting inquiries and provide guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly and quarterly Accounting Reporting packages for executive management review.
• Contribute to the preparation of SEC filings, including Forms 10‑Q and 10‑K, as well as quarterly supplemental reporting.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Support internal and external audit requests.
• Contribute to departmental goals, strategic initiatives, and special projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience required.
• Strong technical accounting skills required.
• Public accounting experience highly preferred.
• Experience with lease accounting and/or commercial real estate highly preferred.
• Technical accounting research skills are a plus.
• Proficiency in U.S. GAAP and technical accounting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Yardi accounting software experience preferred.
• 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.

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.