Audit Supervisor/Manager, Real Estate - Phaxis : Job Details

A New York City based Certified Public Accounting and Consulting firm with a Long Island and Florida presence that provides expert financial advisory to companies across a diverse range of industries. We offer a full range of integrated accounting, consulting, and business management services from tax planning and audits to the most detailed analysis of acquisitions and financial restructuring. ABOUT THE POSITION: As an Audit Supervisor or a Manager specializing in Real Estate, you will be responsible for leading and managing audit engagements related to real estate transactions and financial activities. This role requires a deep understanding of real estate accounting principles, regulatory compliance, and industry-specific risks. The Audit Manager will work closely with a team of auditors to assess the accuracy and reliability of financial information, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations. RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all aspects of an engagement, from staffing, scheduling, planning, execution, financial statements, wrap-up and engagement economics, including audits, reviews, compilations and special purpose engagements for real estate clients, including property managers, owners, developers, funds and REITs.
• Robust understanding of real estate valuation methodologies and practical application of audit procedures to discounted cash flows, direct capitalization and sales comparable approaches.
• Resourceful in managing multiple engagements and staff simultaneously.
• Manage all aspects of an engagement, from staffing, scheduling, planning, execution, financial statements, wrap-up and engagement economics, including audits, reviews, compilations and special purpose engagements for real estate clients, including property managers, owners, developers, funds and REITs.
• Robust understanding of real estate valuation methodologies and practical application of audit procedures to discounted cash flows, direct capitalization and sales comparable approaches.
• Resourceful in managing multiple engagements and staff simultaneously.
• Develop and manage budgets, schedule engagements, staff assignments, and time and expense planning and analysis.
• Supervise Audit Supervisors and Seniors on engagements, functioning as in-charge, facilitating fieldwork, and adhering to schedules.
• Review work product of team members for accuracy, including full engagement and related financial statements.
• Conduct technical research on accounting issues relevant to real estate clients and work with the technical team.
• Manage day-to-day client relationships and serve as the main point of contact, communicating with clients' points of contact at varying levels.
• Provide timely, high-quality client service that meets and/or exceeds expectations, including coordinating the financial statements as well as other client deliverables.
• Manage, develop talent, train, and coach staff on projects and timely evaluate performance.
• Maintain active communication with Senior Manager or Partner on engagement status.
• Contribute to firm-wide efforts, such as trainings, thought leadership, recruiting and retention, building awareness of Anchin and the firm's services in the marketplace.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (BA/BS) required or equivalent experience.
• CPA strongly preferred.

• 4+ years of progressive experience within public accounting and real estate, including residential, commercial, industrial, and funds.
• Supervisory experience is a must.
• Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills, including proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, and accounting rules and standards.
• Extensive experience with fair value appraisals for real estate funds and properties.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to apply technical solutions to engagements through the usage of Microsoft Office Suite, Go File Room, Engagement, CCH, Checkpoint Tools, and PPC Practice Aid.