Senior Property Accountant

Accountabilities

• Prepare accurate monthly financial statements and reporting packages in accordance with established deadlines, accounting policies, procedures, and internal control requirements.

• Prepare financial reporting for multiple clients, adapting deliverables to their individual reporting requirements and ensuring consistent quality and accuracy.

• Manage general ledger activities for an assigned portfolio of properties, including journal entries, accruals, income reconciliations, prepaid rent documentation, and other accounting adjustments.

• Apply detailed technical accounting knowledge to evaluate the appropriate accounting treatment for property-level transactions and financial activities.

• Manage property cash flow to ensure expenses are paid appropriately, funding requirements are anticipated, and sufficient cash balances are maintained.

• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis and perform bank reconciliations as required.

• Process cash disbursements through wires and checks, prepare invoices and intercompany collections, and maintain accurate daily cash balances.

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with clients and property management teams, providing responsive service and timely financial information.

• Mentor and support new or less experienced accounting staff, sharing technical knowledge and helping strengthen team capabilities.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of written accounting policies and procedures for assigned functions and responsibilities.

• Support additional accounting projects and perform other duties as assigned by management or the executive team.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent professional experience.

• At least 2 years of property management experience is preferred, with relevant equivalent accounting experience also considered.

• Strong knowledge of property accounting principles, general ledger processes, financial reporting, cash management, reconciliations, and internal controls.

• Experience with property management or industry-specific accounting software such as Yardi, MRI, and/or RealPage/OneSite is preferred.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong general computer skills are required.

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to assess accounting treatments accurately across complex property transactions.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple clients, reporting requirements, and deadlines effectively.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a customer-focused approach to working with clients, property management teams, and internal stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a team and mentoring less experienced colleagues.

• Ability to operate standard office equipment and work with financial data, documents, and computer systems for extended periods.

• The role may require extended periods of sitting or standing and occasional lifting or carrying of office materials weighing up to 15 pounds.

Benefits:

• Annual salary range of$65,000–$85,000.

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for eligible full-time regular associates.

• Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs.

• Ancillary insurance benefits, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident coverage.

• 401(k) plan with a company match.

• Paid time off, floating holidays, and volunteer days.

• Professional development opportunities, career growth programs, and role-based learning plans.

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging initiatives and Employee Resource Groups.

• Discounted perks, including savings on memberships, entertainment, travel, health and wellness, and other services.

• Hybrid work arrangement, with the position requiring work in a corporate or regional office four days per week.