Accountant, Construction

Join BioMed Realty as an Accountant and play a vital role in shaping the future of life science real estate. In this position, you'll manage the financial backbone of our dynamic development portfolio, steering the accounting for cutting-edge construction projects. You'll take ownership of closing books, crafting financial statements, and building robust accounting records that support our growing portfolio of innovative properties.

This position offers a hybrid work model, which includes 4 days in office and 1 day remotely. Hybrid work may be modified based on the needs of the company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for the monthly general ledger close primarily related to construction activities, accounts and required support for assigned portfolio of properties
• Reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts; prepare variance analyses on a monthly basis
• Review construction related invoices for coding and accuracy to ensure they have proper supporting documents in accordance with company policy
• Understand basic accounting principles (GAAP) and is able to apply them to day-to-day responsibilities
• Coordinate with project leads to record, monitor and reconcile construction actives. Resolve questions arising from unusual variances or fluctuations job cost activity and or construction account expenses, and provide general accounting support, as needed
• Generate standard monthly journal entries plus any other applicable journal entries with supporting documentation
• Assist outside auditors and handle special projects as needed

Job Specifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or Finance or related fiel
• 3+ years of accounting experience, emphasis in real estate, construction and development industries preferred
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles (GAAP) and ability to apply them to day-to-day responsibilities
• Experience with accounting software and proficiency with MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, is required
• MRI (Job Cost), FAS and general job costing/construction experience is preferred
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and communication skills

Salary Range: $31.73 - $39.90 per hour + bonus + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining pay, we’ll consider location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Benefits

At BioMed Realty, we make sure you have the support and resources to leverage and develop your skills, secure your financial future, and take care of your health and well-being.  BioMed Realty continually seeks to provide a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. Through BioMed Realty’s competitive benefits offerings and various training and development opportunities, we have you covered with our Benefits Program which includes:

• Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Family Leave Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Pet Insurance
• ID Theft Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 100% Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability

Amenities  

• Onsite Gym
• Complimentary Snacks, Fresh Fruit, Cold Brew Coffee, Kombucha and Soda Water Provided
• Dry Cleaning Services Onsite

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About the company

BioMed Realty, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading provider of real estate solutions to the life science and technology industries. As of March 31, 2024, BioMed Realty owns and operates high-quality life science real estate comprising 16.1 million square feet concentrated in leading innovation markets throughout the United States and the United Kingdom, including Boston/Cambridge, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, Boulder and Cambridge, U.K. In addition, BioMed Realty maintains a premier development platform with 2.7 million square feet of Class A properties in active construction to meet the demand of the life science and technology industries.

BioMed Realty is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our employment decisions are based on individual qualifications, job requirements and business needs without regard to race, color, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, religion, disability, citizenship status, national origin, pregnancy, veteran status and or any other legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation, if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email careers@biomedrealty.com.