We are looking for a Property Accountant to support the financial and operational performance of a portfolio of retail and mixed-use assets in San Pedro, California. This role combines accounting expertise with day-to-day property coordination, requiring someone who can manage reporting, monitor expenses, and help maintain strong tenant and vendor relationships. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable working with detailed financial data, and able to contribute to both property operations and overall asset performance.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily accounting support for retail and mixed-use properties, helping maintain efficient operations and a positive tenant experience.
- Build, monitor, and evaluate annual budgets, expense activity, and financial forecasts to support informed property decisions.
- Examine and reconcile common area maintenance billings, insurance recoveries, and property tax allocations for accuracy.
- Produce rent rolls, financial summaries, and variance reporting in Excel, using advanced functions and pivot tables to identify trends.
- Manage accounts receivable activities by tracking outstanding balances, preparing tenant account statements, and assisting with collection efforts.
- Provide administrative and financial support for lease activity, including renewals, rent increases, and related record updates.
- Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and tenants to address property maintenance concerns and operational matters in a timely manner.
- Verify that insurance certificates, vendor agreements, and compliance records remain current and aligned with property requirements.
- Work closely with the property management team to uncover savings opportunities and strengthen net operating income.
- Assist with leasing support by contributing to property tours, reviewing market conditions, and helping maintain competitive positioning.
- Experience in property accounting, preferably supporting commercial, retail, or mixed-use real estate portfolios.
- Proficiency with Yardi software and strong working knowledge of general ledger activity.
- Hands-on experience with month-end close processes and accrual-based accounting.
- Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to work with formulas, reconciliations, and pivot tables.
- Understanding of accounts receivable, tenant billings, and collections follow-up.
- Familiarity with lease administration, including renewals, escalations, and supporting documentation.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to review financial variances and identify cost-related trends.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills for working with tenants, vendors, and internal property management teams.