ABOUT GREYSTAR

Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing, logistics, and life sciences sectors. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates more than $320 billion of real estate in 250 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, manages more than 1,000,000 units/beds globally, and has a robust institutional investment management platform comprised of more than $79 billion of assets under management, including over $36 billion of development assets. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit www.greystar.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Greystar Australia is on the lookout for an ambitious and detail-driven Corporate Accountant to join our growing finance team. Commencing as a 12 month fixed term contract, you will play a critical part of the finance team. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing insightful financial reports, and supporting the Corporate Finance Manager in driving continuous improvement across the business.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a sharp analytical mind, a passion for precision, and a collaborative spirit to play a vital role in ensuring our financial operations run smoothly and in full compliance with industry standards.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Prepare and analyse key financial reports – balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements

• Reconcile general ledger accounts and maintain clean, accurate financial data

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes

• Support external audits and provide required documentation

• Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes

• Identify and implement process improvements within corporate finance

• Help shape accounting policies and procedures for long-term success

• Provide insightful financial analysis to help drive strategic decisions

To be successful in this role, you should have skills including:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

• CA/CPA certification essential

• Demonstrated experience in corporate accounting or a similar finance role gained within Big 4 or large multinational

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations

• Hands-on experience with accounting systems – Oracle is a plus!

• Exceptional analytical skills and keen attention to detail

• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to tell a story with numbers

About Greystar:

Greystar is rapidly expanding their footprint into the Australian market with the launch of their first Build To Rent (BTR) development in Melbourne and another 2 to open in the coming months. With a strong pipeline of future property releases, including an Industrial portfolio and more recently expanded into the student accommodation sector with the acquisition of 7 student living buildings, this is amazing opportunity to join the journey of what is set to become a major market player in Australia and be part of our story.

Feel like you might not meet every criteria but you would be a great fit for our team? We will never know if you don’t apply!

To find out more about us and working at Greystar, click here: https://www.greystar.com/

Greystar is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives.  

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.