We are seeking a
PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT who is responsible for all property level accounting functions for an assigned portfolio of assets, which includes owning the day-to-day accounting activity and month-end closing cycle for the assigned portfolio. This full-time hybrid role
(4 days in-office, 1 day work from home) is based in our Chicago office.
Come make your mark as an integral part of Bridge33 Capital!ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES- Take full ownership of the general ledgers and reporting for a portfolio of properties.
- Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, budget to actual variance analysis, and lender reports for review.
- Work closely with various departments such as Asset Management, Property Management, and Fund/Corporate Accounting to ensure accounting information accurately and comprehensively reflects property activity in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies.
- Perform ongoing responsibilities which include daily cash management duties; AR/AP processing; miscellaneous transaction recording and investigation; and monthly bank reconciliations.
- Responsible for tenant invoicing, calculation of reimbursables, interpretation and analysis of leases, and support in resolving tenant inquiries.
- Ensure appropriate accounting entries are booked timely and accurately with appropriate audit trail.
- Prepare quarterly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist with departmental policies and procedures including annual reviews and periodic updates, as necessary.
- Prepare and complete annual CAM estimate calculations and CAM reconciliations.
- Assist with annual audit process.
- Ensure all analysis and work product are accurate, thorough, and neat.
- Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.
RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related degree is required.
- Strong accounting skills and knowledge of GAAP accounting are required.
- 1-3 years of relevant experience in preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliation, and trial balance flux analysis.
- 1-3 years of working experience in the commercial real estate industry highly preferred.
- Basic understanding of real estate legal documents (such as leases, property management agreements, purchase and sale agreements).
- Prior experience in Yardi Voyager or similar accounting system and AvidXchange highly preferred.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail are required.
- Self-motivated with an effective interpersonal and collaborative working style, along with a strong work ethic and a "roll up your sleeves" attitude.
- Proficient Excel skills and familiarity with Google productivity tools are highly preferred.
- CPA designation or candidate is a plus.
BenefitsWHAT WE OFFER- Fast paced and dynamic work environment, including frequent interaction with the senior management team
- Flexible time off policy
- Company sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance
- Company paid life insurance
- Company paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Paid parental leave
- 401k plan with Company match
- 11 paid holidays
The annual base salary range for this role is $80,500 - $96,000 and the role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
