Real Estate Accounting and Reporting Analyst

Job DetailsJob Location: Atlanta, GA 30326Position Type: Full TimeAbout Cousins Properties: Headquartered in Atlanta, Cousins is a fully integrated, self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust (REIT). Cousins has a simple, compelling strategy: Premier urban Sun Belt office portfolio, Disciplined about capital allocation, Best-in-class balance sheet, with Strong local operating platforms. Acting through its operating partnership, Cousins Properties LP, primarily invests in Class A office buildings located in high-growth Sun Belt markets. Cousins Properties (NYSE: CUZ) develops, owns, and manages a 20+ million square foot trophy office portfolio in the high-growth Sun Belt markets of Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Dallas, Nashville, Tampa, and Phoenix. Founded in 1958, Cousins creates shareholder value through its extensive expertise in the development, acquisition, leasing, and management of high-quality real estate assets. The Company has a comprehensive strategy in place based on a simple platform, trophy assets, and opportunistic investments. For more information, please visit www.cousins.com. Job Summary: The Real Estate Accounting and Reporting Analyst is responsible for the preparation and analysis of key real estate accounting reports that will be used by various levels of Company leadership to assess the operations of the Company.  This position will report directly to the Financial Reporting Director but will have regular exposure to the VP – Real Estate Accounting, Chief Accounting Officer, and other members of senior leadership. This person will also assist in additional projects as needed, gaining a valuable understanding of the accounting and operations of the Company, as well as the industry as a whole. This position is located in Buckhead. This position is on-site. This is not a remote or hybrid position. Responsibilities: Prepare monthly financial reporting package which is reviewed with the Financial Reporting Director, VP – Real Estate Accounting, CAO and CFO. Analyze and prepare variance reporting at various operational metrics, which are reported to the COO. Work closely with the Financial Reporting Director and VP – Real Estate Accounting to develop reporting and further leverage the accounting system’s reporting capabilities. Assist the Lease Administration Controller and Property Accounting Controllers with various reporting needs. Assist the Financial Reporting Director with budgeting and quarterly forecast revenue analysis. The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities. QualificationsRequired or Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required. 1 - 2 years of accounting or finance experience required. Real estate experience preferred. CPA license preferred or actively pursuing license required. REIT and office product-type experience preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, is required. Experience with Yardi is preferred. Responsiveness – Need to perform responsibilities with an acute sense of urgency to meet the needs of others. Integrity - Demonstrate sound business ethics, consistently complying with organizational values and protecting confidential information. Communication - Able to clearly express ideas, present verbal information, and ask questions.  Able to listen to and understand the perspective of others. Must possess strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of operations and leadership. Reliability - Must demonstrate initiative and ability to take on projects that benefit the accounting department and/or Company, working outside the core business hours when needed, and willing to accept a variety of tasks associated with this position.   Cousins is an equal opportunity employer where employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and aptitude. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.