Real Estate Accounting Consultant (hybrid)

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  Ref: 10/22/RAC

   

  About Us

   

  The world isn’t standing still, and neither is Allstate. We’re moving quickly, looking across our businesses and brands and taking bold steps to better serve customers’ evolving needs. That’s why now is an exciting time to join our team. You’ll have opportunities to take risks, challenge the status quo and shape the future for the greater good.

   

  You’ll do all this in an environment of excellence and the highest ethical standards – a place where values such as integrity, inclusive diversity and accountability are paramount. We empower every employee to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. Our people are our greatest strength, and we work as one team in service of our customers and communities.

   

  Allstate operate a very flexible hybrid working policy that will allow you to design your working week in collaboration with your manager with a blend of remote and office working for NI based employees as well as condensed working patterns (4 day week/9 day fortnight). Employees based in GB will be employed on a permanent remote working contract.

   

  Join our team and you’ll find challenge and reward in a culture of innovation, support and balance. 

   

   

  Location

   

  Belfast / Derry – Londonderry / Strabane

   

  Your role in the team

   

  At Allstate, we work hard to help people live a good life every day. Allstaters are dedicated to serving clients, customers, and communities, which allows employees to find meaning and value in their work. Allstate offers an environment that fosters innovative thinking where you’ll be able to explore your ideas and feel proud of the work you do.

   

  Allstate helps protect nearly 16 million households with auto, home, life, and retirement products. We want every professional connected to Allstate to be committed to giving our customers the best and that means finding the best talent.

   

  Background Lease Accounting Processes: The Lease Accounting Team is part of the Real Estate Portfolio Administration area within Allstate’s Administration & Real Estate organization. The team is responsible for developing and reporting real estate financial data to leadership and other areas within the enterprise. 

   

  The data developed includes real estate rent and OPEX payments, building allocation changes, account reconciliations and statutory and GAAP reporting.  The team also compiles the annual plan for Real Estate, monthly forecasts and year end estimates.

   

   

  Responsibilities include (but aren't limited to):

   

  • Prepare building space (COR – 150) allocation updates monthly
  • Accrue and prepare payments for Real Estate Tax payments
  • Lease Manager Building Expense Report Analysis
  • Assist in creation, maintaining and closing of fixed assets
  • Complete lease classification testing and reporting
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly Executive Summary, ABO variance explanations, forecast and Headcount reports
  • Prepare real estate related operating and strategic plans, as well as monthly forecasts
  • Assist with cost transferring addendums
  • Prepare Account Reconciliations and Imputed Interest posting
  • Prepare various journal vouchers for Real Estate activities and various items including coding adjustment vouchers
  • Prepare company specific expense reports

   

   

  So, what are the essential criteria to apply?

   

  • All candidates must evidence an existing right to work in the UK
  • A degree classification in Finance, Economics, Accountancy, or similar discipline, OR
  • A degree in a non-finance related discipline but supported with a post-graduate qualification within a finance or accountancy related discipline AND
  • 2+ years’ experience in a Finance/Accountancy role
  • Chartered Accountant status achieved or actively pursuing the designation
  • Ability to multi-task and work with multiple customers and suppliers while consistently meeting required deadlines
  • Knowledge of financial statement reporting and related analysis
  • Good organizational and referencing skills related to work papers, financial statements and schedules
  • Excellent communication skills, with an ability to describe situations/problems clearly and succinctly
  • Strong working knowledge of basic computer software (Excel, Word)
  • Applicants must be willing and eligible to travel to the USA as required

   

   

   

  We also have some desirable criteria

   

  • General knowledge of U.S. Accounting Standards. Statutory accounting principles and Insurance reporting knowledge will be required to be learned on the job
  • The ability to research, assemble and communicate findings to areas requesting analytical information
  • Having a logical and analytical approach
  • Good problem-solving skills with an attention to detail
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to build relationships and work as part of a global team
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office and the ability to analyze, manipulate, and interpret large amounts of data.

   

   

   

  What we offer

   

  As Digital DNA’s Workplace of the Year 2020 winners, we offer a generous benefits package that includes flexible annual leave entitlement, dental and healthcare insurance, an attractive pension package and discounts on gym memberships, public transport and parking.

   

  Allstate invests heavily in your development, as an employee you will have access to multiple world-class learning platforms and courses from our award-winning in-house Learning & Development team.

   

  We pride ourselves in providing clear career paths and opportunities for internal mobility allowing you to further develop within the organisation.

   

  We encourage a better work life balance and you’ll have the opportunity to apply for various flexible working arrangements.

   

  Apply Here: https://bit.ly/30VCoWF 

   

  Statement on Fair Employment and Equal Opportunities

   

  Allstate NI wishes to ensure equal opportunity is given to all job applicants.  This company will not discriminate on the grounds of race, gender (including gender reassignment status), sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion, marital status, age or disability.

   

  We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. However, as women are currently under-represented in our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from women. All appointments will be made on merit.

   

  Applicants should note Allstate NI complete AccessNI background checks on all candidates offered a position.

   

   

  The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 29^th October 2021