Senior Property Accountant

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and analytical Senior Property Accountant to join our team. This role will report directly to the Controller and is responsible for full-cycle property accounting, including complex transactions such as acquisitions, dispositions, capital activity, and investor distributions. This is not a transactional role. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong critical thinking, ownership of financial accuracy, and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies independently. The candidate should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment and be proactive in improving processes and controls. Role Mission: To ensure accurate, timely, and complete financial reporting while proactively identifying issues, improving processes, and supporting strategic decision-making across the portfolio. Key Responsibilities: General Ledger & Financial Reporting Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts; prepare and review journal entries Own full month-end close process with strong self-review and variance analysis Prepare financial statement packages with supporting schedules and explanations Identify discrepancies and proactively resolve issues before review Capital & Transaction Accounting Record equity contributions and distributions, including investor allocations Prepare and record acquisition and disposition entries, including gain/loss calculations Prepare Construction Draw Funding entries Understand and account for 1031 exchange transactions Record and track intercompany activity and capital structures Accounts Receivable & Tenant Analysis Review tenant ledgers and identify discrepancies, unapplied cash, or missing payments Investigate tenant disputes and reconcile balances with supporting documentation Ensure accurate billing and revenue recognition Accounts Payable Oversee AP and AR processes; review entries for proper coding and accuracy. Identify and resolve discrepancies in AP transactions; perform necessary reconciliations. Process recurring financial transactions such as debt service, real estate taxes, and utility payments. Calculate and maintain Management/Acquisition Fee schedules for Property-Level Accounting & Operations Lead CAM reconciliations and validate accuracy of recoveries Ensure lease terms are accurately reflected in financial reporting Monitor property-level financial performance and identify variances Track and record intercompany transactions, wire fees, and bank charges. Management Fee Calculation Billing & Tracking Calculate and prepare management fess in accordance with PM agreements Ensure accuracy of fee structure and the supporting calculations across managed entities. Coordinate internal review and approval prior to posting Record and upload management fee charges in Yardi at the property level. Maintain supporting documentation for audit and reconciliation purposes. Debt & Asset Management Support Maintain loan schedules and record financing activity Record deferred financing costs and amortization Support asset management with financial analysis and reporting Process Improvements & Controls Identify inefficiencies and propose process improvements Develop and update SOPs to improve accuracy and consistency Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies Reporting & Compliance Prepare cash reports and support investor reporting requirements Assist with audits and tax support as needed Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies 5–8 years of experience in property accounting or real estate accounting Strong proficiency in Yardi (required) Advanced Excel skills Strong understanding of GAAP and real estate accounting concepts Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, and capital activity Ability to think critically and solve problems independently Strong attention to detail with a high level of accountability Excellent communication and organizational skills Milestone Timeline First 30 Days – Integration & Orientation Complete onboarding and system training Review property financials and identify initial discrepancies Understand capital structures and reporting requirements By Day 60 – Independent Execution Own month-end close for assigned properties Begin handling capital activity and transaction entries Identify and communicate process improvement opportunities By Day 90 – Ownership & Accuracy Fully manage assigned portfolio with minimal oversight Perform detailed variance analysis and provide explanations Support acquisition/disposition accounting By Day 120 – Strategic Contributor Lead complex transactions and reporting Improve processes and documentation Serve as a key resource to the Controller and team Work remotely Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week (no weekends) Did we mention it's REMOTE?!! 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