Senior Accountant
About the role
This role is responsible for the preparation and review of financial statements, journal entries, and account reconciliations for Lincoln's administrative entities. It supports the monthly close process, variance analysis, and billing/collections operations for assigned markets.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for admin cost centers and balance sheet accounts.
- Perform monthly close activities, including accruals, prepaids, and intercompany transactions for assigned markets.
- Prepare monthly variance analysis and financial reports for admin entities.
- Process or review billing, collections, and cash application for assigned markets and revenue streams.
- Manage reimbursable employee allocation schedules and reconcile market cash activity.
- Coordinate with property management teams and Market Finance to ensure accurate and aligned reporting.
- Support audit preparation and year-end close activities.
- Provide guidance and support to accounting associates on the team.
- Identify process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA candidacy or completion preferred.
- 4-6 years of accounting experience; commercial real estate or professional services experience preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP and multi-entity accounting.
- Experience with billing, collections, and cost allocation processes preferred.
- Proficiency in accounting ERP systems; advanced Excel skills.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Physical Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This role involves standard office work with the ability to use a computer for extended periods. Occasional travel to properties, market offices, or corporate meetings may be required.
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.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan (Traditional and Roth options)
- 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
- Company-paid holidays
- Additional voluntary benefit offerings that may vary by location and position
Pay
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.