Property Accountant

Job ID#: 38902

Property Accountant (Commercial Real Estate experience required)

Direct Hire; up to 75K + bonus

North Houston, fully in-office

***Amazing company culture & team, lots of growth opportunities!

Duties:

• Manage day-to-day accounting functions for a portfolio of commercial real estate assets, ensuring accurate financial reporting, efficient cash management, and timely analysis of property performance
• Work closely with accounting leadership, property management, leasing, and asset management
• Record and reconcile tenant rent receipts, including allocation of base rent and tenant expense reimbursements
• Reconcile property cash accounts to bank statements and the general ledger on a monthly basis
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements for assigned properties
• Maintain consolidated reporting schedules for investment entities and ownership groups
• Analyze and maintain monthly accounting schedules, including property accruals, prepaid insurance, real estate taxes, fixed assets and bad debt reserves
• Review property-level financial performance and identify variances from budget
• Manage property accounts payable processing through AP automation platform
• Review vendor invoices for proper coding, approvals, and compliance with company policies
• Ensure timely payment of vendors and proactive resolution of payment-related issues
• Coordinate and assist with annual property budgeting process; collaborate with PM, Leasing, and Asset Management teams to develop comprehensive property budgets and business plans
• Prepare quarterly and annual NNN (Triple Net) reconciliations for analysis, tenant billing, and collections
• Support forecasting efforts and financial analysis related to property operations
• Assist with annual financial statement audits and tax return preparation
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 1–2 years of accounting experience; commercial real estate accounting experience required
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and account reconciliations
• Experience with CAM/NNN reconciliations and commercial real estate financial reporting preferred
• Proficiency in MRI, Yardi, or similar property accounting software
• Experience with accounts payable processes and AP automation systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis and reporting
• Ability to prepare accurate financial records and support month-end and quarter-end close processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and variance analysis skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and accountability
• Self-motivated team player with a high level of professionalism and integrity
• Ability to improve processes and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Other Info:

• Reports to Controller and Sr. Accountant
• Annual bonus based on individual and company performance
• Medical and dental insurance; 401(k) retirement plan participation
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Reimbursement of approved travel, licensing, and educational expenses
• Offers significant growth potential as company continues to expand its real estate portfolio and accounting operations

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