Executive Director

Job Description

Overview

is MSREI’s first public non-traded REIT product and a leading offering in MSIM’s range of evergreen alternative products. NetREIT’s strategy is to invest in a diversified portfolio of single-tenant commercial real estate properties net leased on a long-term basis to credit-worthy tenants with the objective of providing attractive current income through tax-advantaged distributions and capital appreciation. Since inception in April 2024, NetREIT has ramped an investment portfolio in excess of $2 billion and raised over $1 billion of third-party capital from over 5,000 shareholders. NetREIT conducts continuous private offerings through wire-house and RIA channels and operates as a public company registered under the ‘34 Act subject to Sarbanes-Oxley 404(a) and annual PCAOB external audit.

As a part of the NetREIT team, the Deputy CFO and CAO is key to NetREIT’s financial reporting, finance and operations functions. The position involves partnering closely with MSREI’s investment and capital markets teams and working with NetREIT's independent auditors, board of trustees, outside counsel, tax advisor, fund administrator, valuation advisor, transfer agent and other vendors as well as with MSIM's in-house finance, legal, tax, risk and compliance teams.

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

Responsibilities

Responsible for Quarterly GAAP financial statements and related footnotes and SEC filings including Form 10-K / Q, 8-K and 3-14
Act as primary contact with independent auditors
Navigation of technical accounting concepts (e.g. ASC 805, 810, 815, 842, 323 & 326)
Prepare meeting materials for and present to the Board of Trustees and Audit Committee
Planning for and managing REIT distribution tax characteristics (e.g. ROC, PPA/Cost Seg) and implications for offshore investors
Act as primary contact with fund administrator
Review monthly valuation process and preparation of portfolio level Valuation Committee materials in conjunction with Asset Management team
Maintain compliance with SOX 404(a) including internal control evidence, risk and controls matrix, process narratives and flowcharts
Primary contact with MSIM internal audit
Support Capital Markets team on asset level and corporate level financing transactions
Thoughtful deal / entity structuring for optimal accounting / NAV outcomes, REIT compliance and tax efficiency (international and interstate)
Support distribution and fund raising initiatives and due diligence processes (DDQs) for wire-house and RIA distribution channels (e.g. Mercer ODD)

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of experience in public accounting and in a finance leadership role
Expertise in public company/SEC registered issuer reporting (Active Disclosure is a plus)
Familiarity with commercial real estate and fair value (“NAV”) accounting
Familiarity with REIT compliance and real estate related tax matters
Strong oral and written communication skills; professional presence in meetings with senior management, independent auditors, board and audit committee members
Ability to work within a team and under tight deadlines with minimal supervision
Ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks
BA/BS required
CPA preferred; Big 4 experience strongly preferred

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About Company

Morgan Stanley is the global private real estate investment management business of Morgan Stanley. One of the most active property investors in the world for over three decades, MSREI employs a patient, disciplined approach through global value-add / opportunistic and regional core real estate investment strategies. With 17 offices throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia, regional teams of dedicated real estate professionals combine a unique global perspective with local presence and significant transaction execution expertise. MSREI currently manages $55 billion of gross real estate assets worldwide on behalf of its clients.

together with its investment advisory affiliates, has more than 1,300 investment professionals around the world and $1.8 trillion in assets under management or supervision as of September 30, 2025. Morgan Stanley Investment Management strives to provide strong long-term investment performance, outstanding service and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide.

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