Senior Property Accountant

Description

A growing commercial real estate organization is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant for a contract engagement. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, financial reporting, and property accounting activities across a commercial real estate portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial real estate accounting experience and advanced proficiency with Yardi.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements for assigned commercial properties.

• Manage month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.

• Perform bank reconciliations and analyze balance sheet accounts.

• Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure compliance with company accounting policies.

• Review and reconcile CAM, operating expenses, and tenant-related charges.

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Support tenant billings, rent rolls, and lease accounting functions.

• Work closely with property management teams to resolve accounting discrepancies and provide financial insights.

• Assist with audit requests and supporting schedules.

• Utilize Yardi to manage accounting transactions, reporting, and property financial data.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years focused on commercial real estate/property accounting.

Hands-on experience with Yardi required.

Strong understanding of GAAP and real estate accounting principles.

Experience preparing financial statements and performing account reconciliations.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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