Property Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Reconcile bank accounts, intercompany balances, and general ledger accounts, researching and resolving differences
• Analyze accounts receivable, delinquency, and related reporting; support move-out and security deposit processing
• Partner with property management teams to ensure accurate lease and charge data within the accounting system
• Prepare operating expense reconciliations; support annual budget and reforecast processes
• Prepare accurate financial statements for an assigned portfolio of properties
• Aid with lender, investor, and other reporting requests as well as ad hoc financial analysis
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives as the company scales its portfolio and systems
• Perform other finance or administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• At least 2–5 years of experience in property / real estate accounting, general accounting, or a related finance role
• Solid understanding of GAAP, the accounting cycle, and month-end close processes
• Proficiency in learning new accounting & AI software quickly and being adept with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel; experience with MRI or other real estate software strongly preferred
• Experience with reconciliation and close management tools (e.g., FloQast) a plus
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-moving, multi-entity environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Background in real estate, property management, or commercial real estate preferred