We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Property Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of accounting experience in the real estate industry, a CPA designation, and strong technical expertise in property accounting and financial reporting. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing property-level financial activities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, analyzing financial performance, and supporting management in making informed business decisions.
The ideal candidate must be proficient in Yardi Voyager and Microsoft Excel, possess excellent analytical and computer skills, and be willing and able to travel within the United States as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage accounting activities for a portfolio of real estate properties.
- Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Ensure accurate recording of property revenues, operating expenses, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger transactions.
- Perform monthly and year-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and financial analysis.
- Review property operating results, investigate variances against budgets and forecasts, and provide recommendations to management.
- Assist with the preparation and monitoring of annual operating budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal controls, company policies, and reporting requirements.
- Coordinate with property management teams, external auditors, tax professionals, and other stakeholders as required.
- Monitor property-level financial performance and identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, operational efficiency, and cost control.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure the integrity of accounting data within Yardi Voyager.
- Support audits, tax reporting, and other financial compliance requirements.
- Perform additional accounting and financial analysis duties as required.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience in the real estate industry, with substantial experience in property accounting.
- Professional Designation: CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) designation is required.
- Real Estate Accounting Knowledge: Strong understanding of property accounting, financial reporting, general ledger management, budgeting, reconciliations, and real estate financial operations.
- Software Knowledge: Hands-on experience with Yardi Voyager is required.
- Microsoft Excel: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial analysis, complex formulas, pivot tables, and data management.
- Computer Skills: Excellent computer skills, with the ability to work efficiently with accounting systems, financial reporting tools, and other business applications.
- Analytical Skills: Very strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data, identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and develop practical solutions.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to management and other stakeholders.
- Time Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Travel Requirements: Must be willing and able to travel within the United States as required.
Key Competencies
- Strong financial and business acumen.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Proactive approach to identifying and resolving accounting issues.
- Commitment to maintaining accurate, reliable, and timely financial reporting.
