Assurance - Financial Markets - Real Estate Technology - Senior Associate

Line of Service

Assurance

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career within Financial Markets Business Advisory services, will provide you with the opportunity to contribute to a variety of audit, regulatory, valuation, and financial analyses services to design solutions that address our clients’ complex accounting and financial reporting challenges, as well as their broader business issues.

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
• Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
• Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
• Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
• Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
• Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
• Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
• Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Job Summary

A career within the Real Estate Technology (RE Technology) team will develop expertise in implementation of various technologies used in managing real estate across the globe - Yardi, Planon, Tango, etc, with a focus on Investment Accounting module experience, ETL (Extract, Transform, Load), and strong SQL skills. As a RE Technology Implementation and ETL Specialist, you will be responsible for leading and managing the implementation of software, ensuring seamless data integration, and providing technical expertise to support business operations. The candidate will be responsible for analyzing and improving business processes within our clients' real estate operations. This role requires an understanding of real estate practices, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to gather and document requirements effectively. The ideal candidate will be adept at identifying inefficiencies and recommending solutions to streamline operations and enhance overall productivity. Additionally, the role involves supporting strategic initiatives, identifying and documenting process and technology requirements and supporting technology implementations.

Job Description

What does this role entail?

1. Process Analysis

- Evaluate existing real estate processes and workflows to identify areas for improvement.

- Conduct thorough analyses to understand process inefficiencies and bottlenecks.

- Document processes and workflows based upon client meetings and interactions

- Develop and implement strategies to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency.

2. Requirements Gathering

- Collaborate with stakeholders, including clients, team members, and management, to gather and document business requirements.

- Participate in interviews, workshops, and surveys to understand stakeholder needs and expectations.

- Translate business requirements into functional specifications and actionable plans.

3. Process Documentation

- Create detailed process documentation, including process maps, flowcharts, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

- Ensure all documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and accessible to relevant stakeholders.

- Maintain a repository of process documentation and update it regularly to reflect changes and improvements.

4. Software Implementations

- Define requirements for and support the selection of Real Estate software solutions (e.g., Yardi, MRI, Plannon, ).

- Plan and implement software solutions and the associated business process changes.

- Work with REITs, Institutional Investors, Developers, etc., in varying industry segments including office, retail, multi-family, industrial, and hotel/resort.

5. Project Management

- Lead and manage process improvement projects from initiation to completion.

- Monitor project progress, track milestones, and ensure timely delivery of deliverables.

- Support project budgeting, forecasting and

- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful implementation of process changes.

- Work with REITs, Investment Managers, Real Estate Service Providers, etc., across industry segments including office, retail, multi-family, industrial, and hotel/resort.

6. Essential Job Functions

- Define requirements for software solutions.

- Implement software solutions and associated process changes.

- Perform strategic planning at an organizational, operational, and IT level.

- Undertake diagnostic analysis from an operational process and IT effectiveness view.

- Suggest and implement leading practices and process improvements.

What skill does it take?

Must-have

- Prior experience in business analysis role within software deployments

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

- Knowledge of Real Estate software solutions (e.g., Yardi, MRI).

Good-to-have

● Strong knowledge of investment accounting principles, practices, and financial reporting standards.

● Playing a role in discussions, proactively ask questions and share an informed point of view

● Project management experience with a track record of successfully leading process improvement initiatives.

● Proficiency in process mapping tools and software (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart).

● Proven experience in process analysis, requirements gathering, and process documentation within the real estate industry.

Qualifications

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Real Estate, Engineering (of any discipline), Geoinformatics, Business Administration, Information Technology B.Com, B.Tech, B.Sc, BBA

Credentials - Good to have:

CPA, CA, CFA, CAIA, FRM, Masters in relevant field of expertise or MBA or PGDM/PGDBM in Finance from premium institute only

Min years of Experience Requirement (Credential) - 2 years

Non credentialed - 3 years

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date