A growing real estate/property management company is seeking a Property Accountant to join its accounting team. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with 2-3 years of experience looking to build their career within the real estate industry. The Property Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations for a portfolio of commercial and/or residential properties.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and month-end close activities
- Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations
- Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and variance analysis
- Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable related to assigned properties
- Maintain tenant ledgers, rent rolls, and assist with billing/cash applications
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes
- Work closely with property managers regarding financial reporting and operating expenses
- Assist with audit requests and supporting schedules
- Ensure accounting records are maintained in accordance with GAAP
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2-3 years of accounting experience, ideally within real estate or property management
- Understanding of month-end close and general ledger accounting
- Experience with Yardi, MRI, or similar property management/accounting software preferred
- Strong Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Preferred
- Commercial or residential real estate experience
- Exposure to CAM reconciliations, tenant billing, or lease accounting
- CPA track or advanced accounting coursework is a plus
Compensation; $80,000-95,000Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.
