Property Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a property portfolio in Sherman Oaks, California. This is a Contract position suited for someone who can manage core financial processes accurately while keeping deadlines on track. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in property accounting, strong month-end close capabilities, and confidence working within a general ledger environment using Yardi software. Responsibilities: • Manage daily cash activity, including recording bank deposits and maintaining accurate deposit documentation. • Process incoming and outgoing mail related to accounting and financial transactions in a timely manner. • Administer accounts payable functions, including recurring disbursements, invoice review, and payment scheduling. • Post monthly rent charges and apply late fees to tenant accounts in accordance with established procedures. • Prepare and print checks while ensuring supporting records are complete and properly coded. • Record charter rebates, insurance refunds, property tax activity, and other financial adjustments with accuracy. • Support payroll processing and maintain accounting entries tied to compensation-related transactions. • Prepare 1099 reporting and assist with year-end requirements, monthly close activities, journal entries, and management fee calculations. • Handle specialized billing or markup entries, including euro-related adjustments, and maintain appropriate backup documentation. • Experience in property accounting with a solid understanding of financial processes tied to real estate operations. • Proficiency with Yardi software in an accounting environment. • Demonstrated ability to support month-end and year-end close activities. • Working knowledge of accrual accounting principles and general ledger maintenance. • Experience processing accounts payable, rent postings, and reconciliations with a high level of accuracy. • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain organized financial records in a fast-paced setting. • Strong attention to detail and confidence handling sensitive accounting information discreetly. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.