Senior Accountant - Condominium Closings & Brokerage

The Related Group, has enhanced skylines with iconic developments characterized by innovative design, enduring quality, and including living. From luxury high-rise condominiums to more affordable developments, the Related Group’s distinctive brand of culture, design, and lifestyle-infused properties continues to revitalize urban neighborhoods. To date, Related has built and managed more than 100,000 condominium and apartment residences that are meticulously designed with finishes and amenities that transform buildings into vibrant residential environments. Related offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a work environment that encourages everyone to be their authentic selves. We are looking for a Senior Accountant for our Coconut Grove office to specialize in condominium closings and our in-house brokerage.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing the condominium unit closing process as well as the day-to-day accounting operations for a real estate brokerage.  This individual would assist with the unit transaction closing process, review settlement statements for accurate financial reporting, proper commission accounting, and compliance with regulatory and company policies. This individual would also oversee the day-to-day real estate brokerage accounting.  This role partners closely with operations, agent services, and leadership to support timely closes, commission payouts, and month-end reporting.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Closing transactions and settlement review

• Prepare and maintain closing schedules for upcoming closings
• Transaction review of the HUDs and related documents
• Ensure accounting for sales, commissions and deposits are accurately recorded
• Work along side project accountant to record necessary entries

General Ledger & Financial Reporting for brokerage

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Perform month-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Maintain general ledger accuracy in accordance with GAAP
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

Commission & Agent Accounting

• Calculate, review, and process agent commissions, splits, and referral fees
• Reconcile commission payable accounts and ensure timely payouts
• Review transaction files for proper revenue recognition and fee allocation
• Partner with agent services to resolve commission discrepancies

Cash Management

• Review account reconciliations
• Monitor cash flows and assist with cash forecasting

Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight

• Review AP coding and approvals; ensure proper expense allocation
• Oversee AR billing, collections, and write-offs
• Maintain vendor records and ensure timely payments

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate or brokerage environments
• Strong understanding of GAAP and month-end close processes
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations)

Preferred

• CPA or CPA-eligible
• Experience in multi-office brokerages
• Experience with Yardi

 

Skills & Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communicator with both financial and non-financial partners
• Proactive mindset with strong ownership of responsibilities

Benefits as a Related Employee:

• Base Salary and Performance bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, legal services, flexible spending account.
•  Employer Match Commuter Benefits.
• The benefits package includes 100 percent employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Employer Matching 401k.
• Upward Mobility
• Employee Engagement and Wellness programs.
• Company-paid Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday Time.
• Opportunities for Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement.

 

The Related Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a Drug-Free Workplace.