Property Accountant I

About the role

The Property Accountant reports to the Property Manager and executes on all administrative, accounting, and operational reporting functions for the assigned corporate-occupier facility or portfolio. The base hourly rate is aligned with market data and is estimated between $30.00 to $35.00 an hour with the ability to achieve additional compensation through bonus. This salary range reflects base compensation for the position across all US locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and other factors including relevant education/training, experience, and internal equity.

Responsibilities

• Accurately input all approved and coded invoices into the accounting system.
• Work closely with the property management team to determine which invoices can be paid.
• Complete check runs and cash disbursement schedules for several different legal entities.
• Responsible for having the checks signed by the appropriate signing officers.
• Aid in mailing or paying invoices at the bank according to specific instructions.
• Initiate monthly payments, including preparation of vouchers for pre-authorized payments, mortgages, and management fees.
• Aid in making bank deposits and bill payments at the bank.
• Complete vendor inquiries.
• Prepare bank reconciliations for several bank accounts.
• Prepare journal entries.
• Ensure proper maintenance, filing, and storage of accounting records for several legal entities.
• Aid in special projects or other reasonable duties that may become part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in business, real estate, or finance.
• Candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years of related real estate accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of property management, facilities management, and financial terms and principles is required.
• Possesses the ability to analyze and make complex financial and business decisions.
• Proficient in Yardi, AvidXChange, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in written and verbal communications, with the capability to create complex financial and business-related documents.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented.
• Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits

• Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting.
• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenure.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage.
• Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax Benefits.
• Wellness program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Competitive paid vacation days.
• 2 personal/wellness days.
• Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays.
• Annual volunteer day for Day of Giving.

Pay

The base hourly rate is aligned with market data and is estimated between $30.00 to $35.00 an hour with the ability to achieve additional compensation through bonus. This salary range reflects base compensation for the position across all US locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and other factors including relevant education/training, experience, and internal equity.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avison Young is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. Our non-discrimination policy ensures that all individuals are treated equally, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that values accessibility and fair recruitment practices for all employees.