Sr. Associate, Sr. Accountant

Who We Are

Revantage, a Blackstone Real Estate portfolio company, is a global provider of corporate services.

With a corporate purpose of ‘In Pursuit of Better,’ Revantage delivers value-added services and world-class talent for Blackstone Real Estate portfolio companies, spanning diverse asset classes, including residential, logistics, office, hospitality and retail sectors. Headquartered in Chicago, the company’s footprint extends across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.

Rooted in a commitment to collaboration and inclusivity, Revantage goes beyond traditional corporate services and acts as a trusted partner. Across offerings that include finance, technology, human resources and operations, Revantage proactively anticipates stakeholder needs, recruits exceptional talent and enables its business partners to thrive.

What We Value: Our Culture

Our people are our most important asset, enabling Blackstone portfolio companies and investments to scale and thrive. Together, we foster a workplace where everyone can be themselves, enabling them to do their best work.​

At Revantage, we have exceptional people who live our values and help us pursue better every day. We offer dynamic and meaningful work, competitive compensation, benefits and flexibility. We listen and take action to ensure our organization evolves to reflect our employees’ voices and support an inclusive culture.

Our demonstrated commitment to our people and collaborative culture have earned us numerous awards as a top employer.

Our culture is built on our shared core values and commitment to be:

• Learners – We learn from our challenges and successes

• Leaders – We commit to continuous improvement

• Enthusiasts – We face challenges with optimism and believe anything is possible

• Achievers – We expect high standards for ourselves and enable the success of our teams

• Partners – We deliver value and positive impact to our partners

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Grow your career with us. As a member of our team, you'll gain hands-on experience in the real estate industry and benefit from a supportive environment that fosters personal and professional growth.

Why This Role Is Valuable 

The Senior Associate, Accounting, is responsible for the implementation of monthly accounting processes for BREIT, ensuring compliance with GAAP and industry standards. The Senior Associate will also partner with Blackstone in preparing monthly consolidated financials and analysis. This position is based out of the Revantage office in Chicago, IL.

How You Add Value

• Play a key role in maintaining the monthly operational procedures for BREIT fund ensuring efficiency and scalability with the month-end close process.

• Lead month-end close procedures, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.

• Prepare and review monthly reports with a focus on the following areas:

  • Equity

  • Cash

  • Derivatives

  • Assets and Liabilities

  • P&L variance analysis

  • 1031 exchange accounting

  • Performance incentive accounting

  • Debt and interest expense

  • Offering costs

• Work closely with Blackstone to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.

• Establish and refine accounting procedures, ensuring compliance with GAAP and industry standards.

• Identify opportunities to streamline data collection, reporting, and reconciliation through automation and process improvements.

• Establish internal controls to safeguard financial accuracy and compliance with regulatory and investor requirements.

• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, including footnote disclosures, and supporting schedules

• Take ownership of deliverables, proactively identifying areas of improvement in reporting and operational processes.

What You Bring To The Role

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in accounting, financial analysis, and reporting

• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP

• Excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills necessary

• Self-starter with strong team leadership and problem-solving skills, the aptitude to think independently, and the motivation to work with multiple teams in a rapidly changing environment

• Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities and deadlines, with attention to detail and an ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Preferred:

• CPA certification

• Real estate knowledge

• Workday or Essbase experience

Base Compensation Range:

$90,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually. This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of the Company’s base compensation range for this position. Actual base compensation range may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.

Total Direct Compensation:

This job is also eligible for discretionary bonus and incentive compensation on an annual basis.

Benefits: The Company provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

The additional total direct compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.

Perks for You

• Competitive salary, overall compensation, and 401(k)

• Work-life balance offerings include:

  • Hybrid Work Policy

  • Productivity Hours – weekly meeting-free work time

  • Summer Fridays

  • Work From Anywhere Month

• In-house and external learning & development opportunities

• Generous health insurance and wellness benefits

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EEO Statement

Revantage is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant, employee, or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, caste, immigration status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected leave status, domestic violence victim status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations, if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email  [email protected]