Accountant, Fund Accounting

Department:

Affordable Housing | Equity - Accounting

We are Walker & Dunlop. We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities. We believe seeking diverse talent and promoting the inclusion of all perspectives are more than moral imperatives – they are critical to our success and ability to innovate and grow.

Department Overview 

W&D Affordable Equity (formerly Alliant Capital) is a leading tax credit firm focused on tax credit syndication for the development and financing of affordable multifamily rental housing. As a syndicator of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), W&D Affordable Equity raises corporate equity and monitors the development, construction, lease-up, and permanent financing phases of its investments. With a dedicated team of experienced real estate, asset management, legal, and tax professionals, we provide the highest level of fully integrated real estate and investment support services.  

The Impact You Will Have  

This position will perform various accounting and financial reporting functions in a multi-entity environment. Essential duties will include but not limited to handling daily transactions and analysis of the activities, as well as assisting with financial reporting, tax, and the audit process. We are looking for a bright individual with strong time management skills, who understands priorities, and can take ownership of the tasks.  

Primary Responsibilities 

• Prepare journal entries for day-to-day operations, analyze accounts and make necessary adjustments.  
• Ensure all transactions are accounted for in accordance with U.S. GAAP.  
• Process and record daily deposits, internal/external cash transfers (wires) and other cash transactions.  
• Responsible for the month-end close process, verifying integrity and accuracy of the general ledger, investigate variances, identify and resolve issues. Prepare supporting schedules and record accruals. 
• Reconcile various bank accounts, monitor cash position and ensure timely correction of transactions and follow up as needed.  
• Review agreements and financial documents to determine appropriate accounting treatment to record financial and other obligations for each unique entity. 
• Prepare comprehensive analysis of all monthly activities for assigned entities and perform various reconciliations between the accounting system and other sources to confirm accuracy. 
• Assist with preparation of quarterly financial statements, and year-end tax/audit process. 
• Work directly with various staff levels from other departments to resolve multifaceted accounting and reporting issues and problems 
• Respond to investors’ and other departments inquires. 
• Assist with processing A/P and other special projects as needed. 
• Attendance is generally 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Monday through Friday with the ability to work up to 2 of those days remotely 
• Availability to work extended hours during peak period (Quarter-end and Year-end)

Education and Experience 

• Must have direct general ledger experience 
• Must have direct experience working in a multi-entity environment 
• 3+ years of general accounting experience
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Accounting, Finance or Business
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
• NetSuite experience is preferred 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• General understanding of financial statements.
• Must be pro-active.
• Self-starter who takes initiative as appropriate and completes the work. 
• Ability to plan and lead projects through to the end. 
• Must have strong analytical skills. 
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; highly analytical. 
• Great organizational skills and ability to multitask. 
• Ability to work in fast paced environment and adapt to changing priorities. 
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills. 
• A team player, willing to absorb departmental work overflow when required

This position has an estimated base salary of $70,000 - $75,000 plus discretionary bonus.  An employment offer is based on the applicant’s relevant work experience, applicable knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

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What We Offer  

• The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners from 2015-2023 

• Comprehensive benefit options* that have earned Walker & Dunlop the silver level of the 2022 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™, some of which include:
  - Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
  - Competitive dental and vision benefits
  - 401(k) + match
  - Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
  - A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that
  promote health, engagement, and balance
  - Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
  - Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance
  - Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with employee resource groups organizing activities and providing a space for open communication 

• Career development opportunities 

• Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching 

 
*Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked 

EEO Statement

We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, and genetic information. We strive to be a safe place to ask questions, build professional relationships, and develop careers.

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Fair Chance Hiring

Background checks, including any questions related to infractions, arrests, or conviction records, will not be conducted until after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. We will consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of arrest and conviction records, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.