Property Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support financial operations for property and project activities in Universal City, California. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, preparing timely financial reporting, and partnering with project and property teams to monitor budgets, receivables, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, solid experience with accrual-based accounting, and the ability to work effectively within Yardi and related reporting tools.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee purchase order and contract approval tracking within company systems, ensuring transactions are properly documented and aligned with authorized spending.

• Review outgoing payments for budget compliance and help maintain financial control across property and project-related expenses.

• Administer accounts receivable activities by issuing invoices, posting incoming payments, and keeping tenant and customer account records current and accurate.

• Monitor outstanding receivables, investigate aging balances, and work closely with Property Managers to support timely collections.

• Reconcile accounts receivable activity to the general ledger each month and resolve discrepancies through appropriate research and follow-up.

• Assist with month-end close by preparing reconciliations, recording recurring entries, analyzing general ledger activity, and supporting work-in-process reporting.

• Prepare monthly financial packages such as budget-to-actual reporting, balance sheet and income statement summaries, cash flow forecasts, and variance analyses for management review.

• Coordinate with project and property management teams to provide reliable financial information, support budget tracking, reconcile intercompany activity, and assist with audit and year-end reporting requirements. Requirements • Experience in property accounting with a strong understanding of real estate or project-related financial operations.

• Proficiency with Yardi software and confidence working within accounting systems and financial databases.

• Hands-on experience supporting month-end close, account reconciliations, and recurring journal entry processes.

• Solid knowledge of accrual accounting principles and general ledger structure.

• Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheet, income statement, cash flow, and budget variance reporting.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate documentation and supporting schedules.

• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with property managers, project teams, and leadership.

• Capability to assist with audit support, intercompany reconciliations, and ad hoc financial analysis as needed.

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