Property Accountant

Location: Grand Rapids, MI – Full-Time Regular

About This Opportunity

We are looking for a Property Accountant who will work alongside our Property Management team. Someone with a strong desire to excel and work across a variety of functions, committed to delivering quality service to our clients. You will prepare financial statements and handle all accounting functions from beginning to end on assigned properties. This individual will work closely with the Rockford Development, Property Management, and Construction Management teams to execute company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Review month-end financials and make adjusting entries as necessary; assemble month-end reporting packages for assigned properties including financial synopsis.
• Generate reports for asset management purposes to include cash-flow projections, capital spending, rent roll, etc.
• Maintain balance sheet account schedules.
• Participate in annual budget preparations, year-end financial statements, and workpapers for tax accounting.
• Assist in annual CAM reconciliation.
• Prepare partner cash calls.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and security deposit accounting at tenant move-out.
• Generate monthly rent charges and ad-hoc charges to tenants and other parties as necessary.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and communicate collection efforts with management; record tenant and miscellaneous receipts.
• Review and approve invoices for weekly payment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution or the equivalent professional work experience.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience with multiple entities.
• Residential property accounting experience preferred.
• Reliable, analytical, and able to communicate effectively with multiple levels of management, clients, investors, and staff.
• Accounting software experience; Yardi experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to adapt and excel in changing environments.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks at once.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with sharp business acumen.

Bonus Skills and Experience

• Real estate tax accounting experience.
• Advanced Excel experience.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible work schedules supporting work-life balance.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• On-site health and wellness programs.
• Volunteer time off and partnerships with local organizations.
• Industry-leading technology to empower teams.

Who We Are

For nearly 40 years, Rockford has been a trusted partner to thousands of clients across the U.S. With construction management, real estate development, and property management services all under one roof, we view space from every angle. We think like owners, build with precision, and operate to achieve long-term value—always committed to craftsmanship, quality, and service.

Our talented team brings expertise and innovation to commercial, educational, industrial, health + well-being, hospitality, multi-unit, and retail markets. From complex, large-scale construction to smaller renovations, we tailor our services and approach to meet the unique needs of our clients and the communities they serve.

Recognized by Engineering News-Record as one of the Top 200 Contractors in the nation and consistently honored as one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Rockford delivers more than buildings. We deliver results that last. We're deeply invested in our people, our communities, and the continued success of every project we touch—driven by a clear purpose: to Build a Better World.

Environmental Factors and Working Conditions

The work environment for this position is a typical office setting with occasional construction site visits. When in the office, the physical demands require the ability to sit for long periods. Intermittent movement, such as accessing centrally located office equipment, lifting up to 35 lbs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing, may be necessary. Site visits may subject the individual to hazards commonly associated with construction. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn as required on project sites and in the warehouse.