Senior Portfolio Accountant (Hybrid)

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled accounting and finance professional to oversee joint venture (JV) financial operations for a large-scale real estate investment platform. This role will manage JV-level budgeting, forecasting, cash management, capital accounts, debt compliance, investor reporting, and acquisition/disposition accounting. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in real estate accounting, strong technical GAAP knowledge, and experience managing complex JV structures. A CPA designation is highly preferred.

This role is hybrid, with flexibility to be discussed during the interview process.

Key Responsibilities

Budgeting, Planning & Forecasting (JV-Level)

• Prepare Annual Business Plan, Operating Budget, and Capital Budget for investor review and approval.
• Consolidate property-level budgets into JV-level budgets and perform variance analysis and reforecasting.

Cash Management, Treasury & Capital Calls

• Prepare capital call calculations and issue notices per JV agreement.
• Manage JV, HoldCo, and SPE bank accounts, cash flow forecasting, and liquidity planning.
• Participate in distribution waterfall calculations and promote mechanics.

Property-Level Oversight

• Review property-level accounting prepared by third-party managers for GAAP and investor compliance.
• Coordinate on cash forecasting, budget adherence, TI/LC accounting, and reimbursement processes.

Capital Accounts & JV Economics

• Maintain capital accounts per GAAP, tax rules, and JV agreement.
• Track investment tranches, capital balances, preferred returns, and promote tiers.

Debt Compliance & Lender Reporting

• Participate in covenant testing, lender reporting, and draw requests.
• Monitor escrow accounts and ensure compliance with financing agreements.

Investor Reporting & Performance Metrics

• Prepare quarterly investor reporting packages, including financial statements, variance analysis, capital account statements, and JV performance metrics (IRR, MOIC, equity multiples).

Acquisition & Disposition Accounting

• Support financial integration of new acquisitions, including opening balance sheets and bank setups.
• Manage final accounting at disposition, including sale allocations, reserve releases, and promote crystallization.

Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in real estate or private equity JV structures.
  • CPA preferred, not required.
  • Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and JV accounting principles.
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
  • Proficiency in Yardi, MRI, Kardin, or similar real estate systems.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with REIT compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with debt covenant monitoring and lender reporting.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities.
• Exposure to investor reporting and performance metrics (IRR, MOIC, equity multiples).
• Strong understanding of JV agreements and promote structures.

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Benefits:

Lincoln Property Company offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with applicable eligibility requirements
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) or vacation benefits, depending on position classification
• Paid sick leave and other legally required leave programs
• Employee assistance and wellness programs where available
• Company-paid holidays
• Additional voluntary benefit offerings that may vary by location and position

Benefit eligibility, coverage levels, waiting periods, and plan provisions are governed by the applicable plan documents and Company policies and may be modified from time to time at the Company's discretion.

 

Healthcare Benefits Notice: Eligible employees may participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision benefit plans. Additional details regarding available healthcare benefits will be provided during the hiring process and upon employment eligibility.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity- Lincoln Property Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. Lincoln does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants and employees may raise concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, accommodation, or retaliation without fear of reprisal.

 

Compensation- Lincoln Property Company is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices. The salary or hourly pay range for this position has been established based on market data, job responsibilities, internal equity, geographic location, experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. Actual compensation may vary within the posted range based on these considerations. Certain positions may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, incentives, commissions, or other forms of compensation where applicable.

 

Reasonable Accommodation: Lincoln Property Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of a role, please contact Human Resources at hr@lpc.com. Requests for accommodation will be treated confidentially to the extent permitted by law.

 

Work Authorization/ E-Verify- Lincoln Property Company participates in E-Verify. All offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate providing valid authorization to work in the United States. Lincoln Property Company does not sponsor employment visas, including H-1B, for this position at this time.

 

Background Check- Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation, which may include verification of prior employment, education, criminal history, and other checks as permitted by applicable federal, state, and local law. The nature and scope of background checks may vary by role and location. Certain roles may require additional screening based on duties (driving history (MVR), financial background check, etc.)

               

Health and Safety- Lincoln Property Company is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local occupational health and safety regulations, including OSHA requirements. Certain roles may have specific health, safety, or physical requirements that will be communicated during the hiring process. Employees may be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) or comply with site-specific safety protocols depending on the nature of their assignment.

Why Lincoln? 

At LPC you will be supported by a national firm where an entrepreneurial mindset is encouraged. You will be encouraged to explore your potential through training programs, mentorship, exciting work, fast-paced assignments, and an environment of constant learning and dedication to results. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. 

About Lincoln Property Company

Lincoln Property Company (“Lincoln”) is one of the largest private real estate firms in the United States. Offering a fully integrated platform of real estate services and innovative solutions to owners, investors, lenders and occupiers, Lincoln supports the entire real estate lifecycle across asset types, including office, multifamily, life science, retail, industrial, data center, production studio, healthcare, government, universities, sports and entertainment, and mixed-use properties, throughout the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. Lincoln’s combined management and leasing portfolio on behalf of institutional clients includes more than 720 million square feet of commercial space. For more information, visit: www.lpc.com.  

 

Lincoln Property Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by Lincoln Property Company to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that Lincoln Property Company will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. At this time, we are not working with any agencies.