Senior Accountant, Property Accounting

Ventas is a leading S&P 500 real estate investment trust focused on the longevity economy, with a $45 billion enterprise value and a portfolio of ~1,400 properties across North America and the UK. Its largest business is private-pay senior housing, which includes over 850 communities serving nearly 90,000 residents, alongside outpatient medical buildings, research centers, and healthcare facilities that meet the needs of an aging population.

Backed by strong financial performance and a collaborative culture, Ventas is positioned at the intersection of real estate, healthcare, and innovation to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives.

The Senior Accountant will have the opportunity to join the property accounting team of a high-profile, growing portfolio of healthcare real estate assets within the Senior Housing group. The Senior Accountant will be primarily involved in various aspects of the accounting close cycle. This position is responsible for producing accurate and timely property level financial statements with a focus on continuous process improvement.

The Senior Accountant will be ambitious, highly motivated and confident working in a fast paced and dynamic environment. This is a challenging and exciting opportunity for a well‑spoken accountant who is an intelligent/quick learner and who is interested in working with a publicly traded company in the healthcare and real estate sector.

• Consolidate and analyze accounting results for the senior living operations segment.
• Create detailed documentation of accounting policies, processes and procedures.
• Prepare month‑end close deliverables – including recording of journal entries, preparation of all supporting schedules including balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations and revenue and expenses variance analysis.
• Ensure financial statements are presented accurately and in accordance with GAAP.
• Ability to read and interpret management agreements to determine appropriate accounting treatment.
• Understanding of foreign currency exchange rates and currency translation adjustments.
• Establish strong working relationships with third‑party operators to effectively analyze and communicate financial results.
• Work closely with FP&A and Asset Management teams to provide excellent internal customer service.
• Prepare information needed for external reporting purposes.
• Ensure adherence to internal control processes and procedures.
• Assist with interim/annual audit processes with internal and external auditors.
• Assist with integration, transition and disposition of properties as needed.
• Support process improvement initiatives, complete ad‑hoc projects and other management requests.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (with concentration in Accounting) or Accounting
• 4+ years of accounting experience
• CPA preferred
• Financial reporting experience is a plus, preferably within the real estate industry
• Must be located in Louisville, KY surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
• Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3‑days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Ventas, Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to the successful candidate.

Ventas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ventas, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms or any third parties.