Senior Associate, Fund Accounting

Core Spaces (Core) is more than a real estate company, it’s a people company. Where building relationships is just as important as building properties. From researchers and architects to designers and operators, Core is made up of risk takers and dreamers who are on a mission to invent the future of living. Our six cultural values guide us every day and we strive to live them in everything we do: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Everything Core does stems from this culture of collaboration and innovation, and the drive to constantly improve the resident experience. This unique approach has led to creating spaces and services that are redefining the way people live.

Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager focused on acquiring, developing and managing across the student housing and build-to-rent (“BTR”) sectors. Its residential communities feature world-class amenities, progressive design, and hospitality-driven service. Core’s student housing portfolio includes over 59,000 beds currently owned or managed, with a pipeline of over 50,930 beds in various stages of development. Core’s BTR division has over 3,000 homes under development, now leasing or in its pipeline in high-growth metros nationwide. For more information, visit www.corespaces.com.

*Portfolio and pipeline numbers as of Q4 2025

• A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging 

• Competitive pay that values your contributions 

• Incentives designed to reward your achievements 

• Paid flexible PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones 

• Paid 14+ holidays, including your birthday, to disconnect and celebrate 

• Paid Parental Leave that begins after 90 days 

• Paid volunteer time off to give back to your community 

• Monthly workshop weeks; fewer meetings & more collaboration 

• Robust health plan options that begin within at least 30 days of your employment 

• Monthly phone reimbursement 

• Wellness allowance and perks, including a yearly subscription to a meditation app 

• An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services        

• Company retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account option 

The Senior Associate, Fund Accountant position within Core Spaces embraces ambition and innovation to serve the Core Spaces development and operating funds. The Senior Associate, Fund Accountant is a role responsible for the monthly, quarterly, and annual preparation/review of fund investment financials, variance analysis, REIT compliance, GAAP accounting and income allocations. In addition, this position will be involved in the preparation of the annual audit reports, and act as a direct liaison with the fund administrator, auditors, and other related parties. The role will have direct exposure and collaboration with internal groups including, but not limited to, acquisitions, investments, capital markets, and fund management teams. 

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and compiling audit-level support for all transactions
• Prepare monthly capital call allocation files
• First level review and/or preparation of financial statements and reporting packages including variance analysis, various roll forwards, and lender/investor reporting to ensure accounts property reflect each fund’s financial position in accordance with Operating Agreements
• Direct collaboration with property and development accounting team members to confirm equity balances throughout the investment structure and confirm timing of payment for construction draws and operating cash flow distributions
• Assist with preparation and distribution of financial reporting packages (quarterly and annually) to lenders, investors, and internal team members
• Monitor cash needs through cross-team collaboration and forecasting based on knowledge of upcoming transactions
• Involvement in the land and asset acquisition process, working directly with our acquisitions, capital markets, and fund management teams
• Review and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures, and resolve accounting related issues
• Respond to and manage audit and investor inquiries pertaining to the quarterly and annual reporting package
• Act as the direct liaison with the fund administrator, aiding with quarterly reporting issuance and capital call / distribution notices as needed
• Reconcile individual investor capital balances; respond to investor inquiries
• Focus on continuous improvement of processes and procedures

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• 2-4 years’ experience in fund administration or public accounting preferred
• Experience within real estate or construction accounting preferred
• Background in accounting for various types of entities including private equity funds and REIT’s a plus
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel, Word
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Experience with various accounting technology platforms preferred

You'll crush it if you have experience with:

• Experience with Yardi or similar platforms

Organizational Structure

Reports to: Manager, Fund Accounting and Reporting

Direct Reports: N/A

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, which creates a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are and the community they represent.

Please note that job responsibilities, reporting lines, and duties outlined in this job description are subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the organization.

The compensation range listed reflects the base salary or hourly rate that we reasonably and in good faith expect to offer for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, seniority, geographic location, and business needs.

This role may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, including bonuses, commissions, stipends, or non-cash incentives, depending on position and performance. Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other role-based offerings, subject to eligibility requirements.

All compensation components are subject to change based on business needs or market conditions.