AI Accounting & Finance Automation Analyst

This position is 5 days a week in office (not remote).

We are not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

We are not working with third-party recruiting agencies for this position.

Fluent in debits and credits as well as data and prompts? Prime Group is looking for an AI Accounting & Finance Automation Analyst to bring AI and automation into our core accounting processes.

Job Summary

The AI Accounting & Finance Automation Analyst brings AI and automation into Prime Group's core accounting processes, combining solid accounting knowledge with hands-on technical skills to speed up the close, improve accuracy, and free the team from repetitive work. The role reports to the Controller and partners with Accounting, FP&A, Tax, and IT, and suits someone who understands debits and credits as well as data and prompts.

What You'll Do

Including but not limited to:

• Find manual, high-volume accounting tasks and build AI or automation solutions for them, such as reconciliations, journal entries, invoice processing, and variance analysis
• Configure and maintain AI features in our ERP and close tools, and build workflows with automation and generative AI tools
• Write and test prompts and AI agents for tasks like account analysis, flux commentary, contract review, and policy research
• Design controls over AI-assisted processes: review steps, audit trails, data access, and documentation that hold up to internal and external audit
• Validate AI outputs for accuracy and completeness, and track error rates and time saved
• Build dashboards and reports that give leadership faster, clearer financial insight
• Train accounting staff on new tools and write clear procedures
• Keep up with AI developments and recommend tools, with attention to data privacy, security, and vendor risk
• Support month-end and year-end close as needed

What You Bring

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, audit, or financial operations
• Strong grasp of US GAAP, the month-end close, and internal controls (SOX experience a plus)
• Hands-on experience using Claude (Anthropic) for accounting or finance work, such as building prompts, projects, or agents for analysis, reconciliations, or reporting
• Hands-on experience with at least one automation tool, such as Power Automate, UiPath, or Alteryx
• Advanced Excel and working knowledge of SQL or another data tool
• Ability to explain technical solutions to non-technical colleagues
• Sound judgment about where AI fits and where human review is required

Preferred

• CPA, CMA, or CISA, or progress toward one
• Python scripting for data cleaning, reconciliation, or analysis
• Experience implementing or administering an ERP (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Workday) or close platform (BlackLine, FloQast)
• Familiarity with AI governance frameworks and model risk concepts
• Background in Big Four audit, advisory, or finance transformation

Why You'll Love It Here

• Salary range of $75,000 - $90,000 plus bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement match, paid time off, and a learning budget
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing organization

About Prime Group

Prime Group's vertically integrated approach unifies multiple real estate disciplines under a single roof, sharing a multifaceted vision of improved, sustainable real estate development through diverse strengths, strategic affiliates, and talented in-house professionals. Our portfolio includes retail centers, offices, mixed-use developments, hotels, resorts, restaurants, and residential single and multi-family communities, each supported through technology, planning, and experienced personnel. We are a privately owned company with the agility and strength to leverage unique opportunities, and growth is a measure of our success. Since Prime Group began as a residential real estate development company, we have grown to include commercial retail, office, hospitality, and mixed-use specialties, consultation, and management.

To apply, submit your resume and a short note describing one process you automated or improved, what tools you used, and the result.

Additional Details

Reports To:Controller

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Prime Group. While only those candidates considered for the position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.  Prime Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.