Property Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Complete month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Conduct quarterly general ledger audits to ensure portfolio-wide financial accuracy.
• Review financial postings and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Research accounting transactions and generate financial reports utilizing accounting systems.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret financial reports related to cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and profit and loss activity.
• Prepare journal entries and support annual audit activities.
• Aid in annual budgeting, forecasting, and business planning initiatives.
• Classify, record, and summarize financial transactions in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Review tenant lease agreements and process billing in accordance with lease provisions.
• Assist with annual CAM, tax, and insurance reconciliations.
• Monitor the timely payment of real estate taxes and assessments.
• Manage annual report filings and business license renewals across multiple states.
• Ensure compliance with banking, mortgage, federal, state, and internal financial requirements.
• Cook up with banking institutions to establish and maintain financial accounts.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical accounting records.
• Support special accounting projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–4+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Commercial real estate property accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals including: Bank Reconciliations, Month-End Close, Journal Entries, General Ledger.
• Proficiency with accounting software.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience with MRI accounting software strongly preferred.
• Candidates with Yardi experience will also be considered.
• Knowledge of property accounting including recoveries, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.