We are looking for a Property Accountant to support a commercial real estate portfolio. This is a Contract position suited for an accounting specialist with hands-on experience managing full-cycle property accounting in a private property management environment. The role begins onsite for training and may transition to a hybrid schedule based on business needs and individual circumstances. The ideal candidate brings strong systems knowledge, including Yardi, and a solid background in maintaining accurate financial records across a large portfolio.
Responsibilities:
- Manage complete property accounting activities for a commercial real estate portfolio, including monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Prepare and review accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions to ensure timely and accurate processing.
- Maintain general ledger accuracy through proper account coding, accruals, and supporting documentation.
- Produce property-level financial statements and assist with variance analysis for management review.
- Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts while resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Partner with property management teams to support budgeting, tenant activity, and ongoing financial operations across the portfolio.
- Utilize Yardi and other accounting platforms to enter, track, and report financial data effectively.
- Support audit preparation by organizing records, responding to requests, and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices.
- 3-5 years of experience in property accounting within a private property management office.
- Background in full-cycle accounting for commercial real estate portfolios.
- Hands-on experience using Yardi in a property accounting environment.
- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, accrual accounting, and general ledger reconciliation.
- Ability to prepare accurate financial reports and maintain detailed supporting records.
- Familiarity with accounting systems and tools such as ADP, AMSI, AppFolio, or similar platforms is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.