Staff Accountant - Commercial Real Estate

Robert Half Finance and Accounting is partnering with an established real estate and development firm in Fort Worth, Texas to fill a Staff Accountant role.

About the role

This position supports the accounting and financial reporting activities for a portfolio of properties while working closely with the Controller, property management teams, and investment partners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial packages for a portfolio of real estate assets.
• Examine lease documentation and summaries to confirm financial terms and supporting details are correct.
• Process renovation funding requests and internal draw submissions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Partner with property managers to develop annual operating budgets for assigned properties.
• Perform monthly cash reviews and analyze account activity to support sound financial oversight.
• Assemble supporting schedules and documentation for audits, external reviews, and tax preparation.
• Contribute to ad hoc analysis, historical financial research, and special assignments as needed.
• Apply GAAP principles to daily accounting work, reconciliations, and period-end close activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2 or more years of accounting experience, preferably within real estate or construction development.
• Understanding of accrual-based accounting and month-end close procedures.
• Experience supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, and bank reconciliations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• High attention to detail and solid proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Company 401(k) plan eligibility.

Pay

Competitive compensation package up to $85,000, plus bonus.