Real Estate Account Specialist

Full-time • Birmingham, AL, US • 3w ago

Southern Veterinary Partners (SVP) and Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) are shaping the future of veterinary medicine as one of the largest and fastest-growing networks of animal hospitals in the United States. Backed by an elite private equity team, SVP + MVP are driven by a bold vision: to elevate the standard of care for companion animals while empowering veterinary teams with unmatched resources and support.

With over 800 hospitals nationwide and an extraordinary growth rate of five to ten acquisitions every month, we’re not just growing, we’re leading the industry. This rapid expansion is fueled by our passion for innovation, operational excellence, and a relentless commitment to improving the lives of veterinarians, team members, pets and their families.

Our team’s unwavering dedication has fueled this incredible success, with SVP + MVP now employing more than 20,000 team members across the country. This growth has earned us widespread recognition, including being named #19 on Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces” list in 2022. Additionally, we’ve been honored on the Inc. 5000’s List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" for five consecutive years (2018-2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal’s "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham for four years (2017-2021). In 2024, we were proudly certified as a Most Loved Workplace® in ten categories: LGBTQ+, Diversity, Women, CEO, Career Advancement, Veterans, Volunteering, Parents & Caregivers, Wellness, and Young Professionals.

Joining SVP + MVP means stepping into a thriving organization where your contributions will help shape the future of veterinary care, and your career will grow alongside a company that’s redefining success in the industry. The opportunity to make an impact here is as limitless as our vision.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Account Specialist to join our Real Estate Development team. This role is responsible for managing financial records, overseeing budgeting and reporting, and providing strategic insights to support real estate development projects. A key focus will be managing tenant improvement allowance (TIA) receipt, buildout of itemized construction project budgets, tracking invoices against budgets and reporting on project progress and budget variances to the leadership team.

Role Competencies

Financial Expertise & Accuracy
- Ability to analyze financial data, ensure accuracy, and maintain compliance.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Experience developing and managing budgets for multiple real estate projects.
- Proficiency in variance analysis and cash flow projections.

Project & Process Management
- Ability to track and manage tenant improvement allowances (TIAs) and project expenditures.
- Strong attention to detail in reviewing lease agreements and financial records.
Technology & Analytical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Smartsheet.
- Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement efficiencies.

Collaboration & Communication

- Ability to work closely with internal teams, including legal, project management, and accounting.
- Strong communication skills to liaise with tenants, contractors, and external partners.

Role Specific Tasks

Financial Management & Reporting
- Maintain accurate financial records for real estate projects, including forecasting and expenses.
- Work with the Accounting & Finance team to ensure 1) proper allocation of costs 2) timely billings and payments and 3) recording and tracking of fixed assets and capital expenditures.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Develop and manage budgets for multiple real estate projects.
- Monitor actual expenses against budgets and provide variance analysis.
- Prepare cash flow projections to support project timelines and funding needs.
Budget Management & Tenant Improvement Allowances (TIAs)
- Track project costs and ensure proper classification of expenditures.
- Review and process invoices and pay applications in coordination with Accounts Payable.
- Manage TIA process, including:
  - Reviewing lease agreements to confirm TIA terms and conditions.
  - Tracking TIA disbursements and ensuring compliance with lease agreements.
  - Coordinating with contractors and project managers to manage costs and reimbursements.

Required Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
3+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably in real estate or construction.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and Smartsheet.
Experience with tenant improvement allowances and project accounting is preferred.
Strong analytical and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Work with an organization recognized as #1 in Healthcare by Newsweek’s Most Loved Workplaces in 2024.

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Collaborative team of people who live out our WAG values (work together, amaze, grow)
Competitive salary
Health, dental + vision insurance
401K with a company match
Life insurance, short-term disability, and telemedicine
Upward mobility and growth opportunities
Generous paid time off and company-wide holidays
Discounted veterinary care for your four-legged family members
An opportunity to make a valuable impact on over 450 veterinary hospitals nationwide