Property Accountant

Our property management client is seeking a detail-oriented Property Accountant / Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations across a portfolio of residential and/or commercial properties. This role will be responsible for managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, tenant security deposits, and general accounting activities within AppFolio. The ideal candidate has prior property management accounting experience and can thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and code vendor invoices, ensuring timely and accurate Accounts Payable (AP) processing.
• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR), including tenant billing, rent collections, payment posting, and delinquency tracking.
• Administer tenant security deposits, including deposit reconciliations, move-in/move-out accounting, and refund processing.
• Maintain accurate tenant and vendor records within AppFolio.
• Reconcile bank accounts, security deposit trust accounts, and operating accounts.
• Assist with monthly close activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Research and resolve tenant, vendor, and accounting discrepancies.
• Support property managers with financial reporting and account analysis.
• Generate and review reports from AppFolio for management and ownership groups.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable property management accounting regulations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience within property management, real estate, or a related industry.
• Hands-on experience with AppFolio required.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and security deposit accounting.
• Experience processing high-volume transactions and managing multiple properties preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, including reconciliations and data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience

• Residential or commercial property management accounting.
• Move-in/move-out accounting and security deposit reconciliation.
• Exposure to CAM reconciliations, owner reporting, or lease administration is a plus.