Accountant

Vaco; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Collaborative environment

Exposure to senior leadership

Job summary

A leading real estate investment and management firm is seeking an Accountant, Property Accounting in Louisville, Kentucky. This role is pivotal in the month-end close cycle and preparation of financial statements. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, along with a bachelor's degree in accounting and relevant experience. Join a fast-paced environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in real estate, property, or portfolio accounting.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate and analyze accounting results for assigned property portfolios.
• Prepare month-end close deliverables, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ensure financial statements are accurate and in compliance with GAAP.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Yardi experience

Job description

About the Company

A leading real estate investment and management firm is seeking an Accountant, Property Accounting to support the continued growth of its senior living portfolio. This role plays a key part in the accounting close cycle and the preparation of accurate and timely property-level financial statements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to contribute to a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

Position Overview

The Accountant, Property Accounting will be responsible for month‑end close processes, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis for a diverse portfolio of properties. This position offers the opportunity to work cross‑functionally with operations, finance, and asset management teams while supporting ongoing process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Consolidate and analyze accounting results for assigned property portfolios.
• Prepare month‑end close deliverables, including journal entries, balance sheet and bank reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Ensure financial statements are accurate and in compliance with GAAP.
• Interpret management and lease agreements to determine appropriate accounting treatment.
• Support internal control procedures and ensure adherence to company policies.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Asset Management, and third‑party operators to analyze and communicate financial results.
• Assist with external reporting, audits, and integration of new or transitioning properties.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in real estate, property, or portfolio accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; Yardi experience a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Why Join

• Opportunity to contribute to a growing, nationally recognized real estate organization.
• Collaborative environment with exposure to senior leadership.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.