Senior Associate - Finance & Accounts - US Accounting

Location: Mumbai, India Shift: US Shift (4:30 PM - 1:30 AM IST) About the Opportunity: We are a leading, vertically integrated real estate investment and operating platform with over $9 billion in assets under management and a 20-year history of innovation. We are seeking a highly motivated Associate to join our growing Investor Financial Reporting team in Mumbai. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the highest levels of a fast-growing, digital-first real estate company. Role Overview: As an Associate, you will play a key role in overseeing the property accounting function for a large US real estate portfolio. You will ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP standards, working collaboratively with the US accounting team and other cross-functional departments. Key Responsibilities: - Design, implement, and manage the accounting process for property costs, including expense accruals, amortization, property tax liabilities, and balance sheet reconciliations. - Oversee and review the day-to-day work of an offshore accounting team, providing guidance on property tax payments, insurance billing, and reconciliations. - Identify and implement process improvements to centralize, automate, or outsource activities. Manage relationships with external service providers. - Take ownership of reporting for a specific fund, including preparing monthly financial statements, lender reports, and compliance reports. - Analyze financial information to identify discrepancies and provide actionable accounting guidance to operations and portfolio management teams. - Conduct monthly account reconciliations and partner with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance and implement controls. - Document policies, procedures, and workflows for assigned areas. Required Experience & Qualifications: - CA plus a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. - 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably a mix of Public and Private industry. - Strong understanding of US GAAP. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. - CPA and experience with Yardi Voyager are preferred. - Experience in Real Estate or rental property accounting is highly desirable. Core Competencies: - Executional Excellence: Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized, and dependable in delivering quality work. - Creative Problem Solver: Ability to think strategically and outside the box to resolve business challenges. - Resilient & Hard Working: Open to feedback and capable of thriving under tight deadlines. - Knowledgeable: Leverages best-in-class software to manage end-to-end processes efficiently. Why Join Us? You will be part of a collaborative, client-centric culture that values integrity, agility, and community. We offer a dynamic work environment where you can build relationships with senior leaders and contribute to impactful projects.