Supervisor, Corporate Accounting

As a publicly-traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) with a total enterprise value of ~$4 billion, JBG SMITH offers the perfect opportunity for an accountant to launch their career and continue to advance their skills as the largest REIT focused on the DC market. JBG SMITH was named by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace (for largest companies) multiple years, as recently as 2022.

JBG SMITH is deeply invested in its people. In late 2019, we moved to our brand-new headquarters, walking distance from the Bethesda, Maryland metro stop. With a design focused on embracing new ways of working, feel free to work at a standing desk or take your laptop to the outdoor terrace and work by the firepit. Need a break? Exercise at the on-site fitness center or relax with a cup of Cold Brew Coffee from our office tap. With free Bethesda Bagels every morning or the variety of fruit, snacks, and drinks available in the office kitchen, we don't expect that you'll ever go hungry. Competitive benefits, structured career mentoring programs, and frequent out-of-the-office team events ensure that you will be working in a collaborative environment that inspires you every day. Our current flexible working schedule allows our employees to work from home up to two days a week, while our Central Bark program encourages employees to bring their dogs to work on the days they are in the office.

You're a detail-orientated and organized professional who takes pride in your work and focuses on providing a complete and accurate product. You are a problem solver always on the lookout for process improvements. You are a self-starter with a disciplined approach and strong follow-through. You are comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You are a team player that enjoys collaborating and working with others to complete common goals. Utilizing your excellent communication skills, you will have the opportunity to build relationships both within and outside the accounting department. You are excited by the opportunity to provide a meaningful impact in the professional development of the team members that you manage. Internal candidates are strongly preferred.

Collaborate with department heads to develop annual revenue budgets and track performance throughout the year (including budget vs. actual analytics reviewed by C-Suite executives)

Prepare or detail review work performed by staff in a SOX-regulated environment, including:

• Revenue - several different revenue streams, including accounting for transactions with wholly-owned, partially-owned, fund, and third-party managed properties
• Parking revenue and related expenses of our in-house parking department
• Capitalized Payroll - record using GAAP billing rates and timesheet data
• Equity-Method Investments - impact of non-controlling interest on day-to-day accounting

Supervise a team of 2+ corporate accountants. Duties include:

• Take an active role in the development and growth of staff
• Set goals for staff and evaluate/discuss performance throughout the year
• Outline work that needs to be completed and allocate amongst staff
• Provide guidance for accounting for various transactions and recording journal entries
• Cross-train staff

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of related accounting experience
• CPA or active candidate is preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong computer skills
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Public accounting or real estate/REIT experience are pluses
• Working knowledge of Yardi is a plus

The salary range for this position is $110,000-$115,000. JBG SMITH offers a bonus program and a competitive benefits package; including up to $5,250 annual reimbursement for professional development opportunities.

For a complete benefits overview, please visit the benefits section of our careers page. In addition to providing employees with a great place to work, we offer a 20% housing discount at select JBG SMITH communities.

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline. It is uncommon for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors. JBG SMITH considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, candidate's work location, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as, market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.

JBG SMITH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age status as a protected veteran, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected class, in accordance with applicable law.