Senior Director - Property and Development Accounting - Land
When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.
Responsibilities
- Communicate and coordinate effectively with Hines functional groups (e.g., Tax, Accounts Payable, Finance Business Partners, Transactions) and appropriate representatives of external parties
- Plan and coordinate accounting staffing on all current and new land projects, inclusive of special projects
- Evaluate prospective candidates for land accounting positions and make hiring recommendations
- Participate in weekly leadership meetings and present in Property & Development Accounting or other departmental meetings
- Resolve concerns that may arise through the ordinary course of business
- Standardize processes and procedures for the land platform
- Maintain working knowledge of, and compliance with, various legal documents, including but not limited to: Loan agreements, JV agreements, Development Management agreements, etc.
- Ensure all accounting records and reports are maintained timely, accurately and in accordance with GAAP or other basis of accounting. Special consideration to areas such as debt modifications, acquisitions/dispositions, interest capitalization, etc.
- Ability to handle complex (e.g. very technical) ownership/equity structures
- Review tax projections and tax preparation workpapers
- Provide guidance and oversight to Accounting and Project team on complex matters
- Supervise and oversee the training and development of accounting personnel and assigned subordinate staff
- Complete periodic performance reviews and compensation recommendations for direct reports and evaluate performance of entire land accounting team
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline from an accredited institution
- CPA required
- Ten or more years professional accounting experience, preferably a combination of public and industry
- Public accounting experience is strongly preferred
- Land accounting experience required
- Tax and/or finance experience preferred
- At least 4 years of prior management experience required
- Ability to lead, plan and manage activities and personnel to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical, organizational, and coordination skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Possess initiative to assume additional responsibilities
- Exchange ideas, information, and opinions with others to arrive at decisions or solutions
- Work indoors approximately 100% of the time
At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed‑use, logistics and life science projects – all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients’ needs.
While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines’ success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65‑year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive.
Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. ¹Includes both the global Hines organization and RIA AUM as of December 31, 2023.
We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.
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