Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you an accounting professional with at least 2 years of  property accounting experience, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for supporting teams in dynamic environments? We’re looking for a talented and dedicated  Property Accountant to play a vital role in maintaining financial accuracy, ensuring tax compliance, and supporting ongoing financial operations across our diverse portfolio of residential properties. In this role, you’ll be a key contributor to the financial health of the organization, working closely with property managers, the accounting team, and leadership. If you’re skilled in GAAP principles, process improvement, and enjoy collaborative environments, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in property accounting. My client is a family-owned business with an existing portfolio of residential and commercial properties as well as several in development. This is a great opportunity to join a smaller organization where most employees have been for 10+ years and have opportunities to get involved in and learn multiple areas of accounting. This is an on-site position with core hours being 9-5.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and/or review  bank reconciliations , ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Generate  monthly GAAP financial statement packages for managed property portfolios.
• Prepare  account reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation, including roll-forwards and detailed analysis of balance sheet accounts (A/R, prepaids, fixed assets, accrued liabilities, etc.).
• Complete  month-end GL property close by collaborating with A/P and A/R teams to ensure income and expenses are properly classified.
• Manage  quarter-end accruals and GL reconciliations for assigned property portfolios.
• Collaborate with property managers to support  budgeting, planning/forecasting , and variance analysis throughout the year.
• Assist in the year-end GL close and work with external partners to complete annual financial audits and tax return preparation.
• Coordinate the preparation of year-end workpapers and assist outside accountants with audit filings.
• Partner with the Controller to ensure compliance with HUD, investor, and federal/state regulations, including tax filings.
• Develop a deep understanding of all accounting processes for managed properties and lead efforts for continuous process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of property accounting experience or a related accounting role.
• Strong proficiency in  GAAP principles and best practices in accounting.
• Exceptional data entry skills with an  emphasis on accuracy and detail-oriented processes .
• Proven organizational skills and the ability to meet crucial deadlines.
• Experience working closely with  Property Managers in management accounting functions.
• Familiarity with year-end audits, tax preparation, and financial statement generation.
• Proficiency in  Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), as well as experience with MRI, RealPage or similar accounting software
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Additional Skills and Qualities:

• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to approach challenges with energy and integrity.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates a proactive, solution-driven mindset and an eagerness to learn and grow.

Please apply directly to this job posting for immediate consideration. If you have additional questions, please contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half, via LinkedIn.

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