Accounting Specialist

Realty Trust Group; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Long-term disability

Job summary

Realty Trust Group is seeking an Accounting Specialist in Knoxville, TN to support vendor invoice processing, vendor records, and timely payments across a multi-entity healthcare real estate portfolio.

You will report to the Accounts Payable Manager and collaborate with vendors, property managers, and the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in accounting/finance/real estate or related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience, preferably in commercial real estate and/or property management.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel; Yardi experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices across multiple property entities, coding to correct property and GL account.
• Manage weekly and monthly payment runs (check, ACH, electronic payments) per approval workflows and client requirements.
• Maintain vendor master records, including W-9 collection, COI tracking, and payment terms.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies or outstanding balances.
• Communicate with vendors, clients and internal teams about payment inquiries and discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end close through AP accruals, aging analysis, and account reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in accounting/finance/real estate or related field preferred

Tools

Excel

Yardi

Job description

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Accounting Specialist

Full Time Knoxville, TN, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1297

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Realty Trust Group (RTG) is a nationally recognized real estate advisory and services firm dedicated to the healthcare and life science industry. With a team of over 150 dedicated professionals, we serve clients in more than 35 states across the country. Our objective, accountable, and trusted expertise enables us to deliver innovative solutions in healthcare real estate through a comprehensive range of services, including advisory, development, transactions, operations, and regulatory compliance.

We are honored to have received the \"Best Places to Work\" recognition from Modern Healthcare for six consecutive years, a testament to our unwavering commitment to fostering an exceptional work environment that values the well-being and professional growth of our valued employees. Furthermore, RTG was recently ranked among the Top Healthcare Development Companies by Modern Healthcare, solidifying our position as a leader in the industry.

In addition to our accolades, we currently manage a portfolio of over 19 million square feet of healthcare assets and have successfully completed healthcare transactions totaling more than $2.8 billion, establishing our expertise and solidifying our reputation in the industry.

With offices in Nashville, Knoxville, and Johnson City, TN, Atlanta, GA, Tampa, FL, Houston, TX, and Greensboro, NC, we are well-positioned to deliver exceptional services tailored to the diverse needs of our clients across the nation.

For more information about RTG and our innovative healthcare real estate services, we invite you to explore our website at www.realtytrustgroup.com . Stay connected with us on Facebook and LinkedIn to stay informed about the latest industry insights and updates from our company.

JOB DESCRIPTION and RESPONSIBILITIES

The Accounting Specialist supports RTG's property and financial management operations by processing vendor invoices, maintaining vendor records, and ensuring accurate, timely payments across a multi-entity healthcare real estate portfolio. This role reports to Accounts Payable Manager and works closely with vendors, property managers, and the accounting team.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Process high-volume vendor invoices across multiple property entities, including coding to the correct property and GL account


• Manage weekly and monthly payment runs (check, ACH, and electronic payments) in accordance with approval workflows and client-specific requirements


• Maintain vendor master records, including W-9 collection, COI tracking, and payment terms


• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or outstanding balances


• Correspond with vendors, clients and internal teams regarding payment inquiries and discrepancies


• Support month-end close through AP accruals, aging analysis, and account reconciliations


• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding invoice and payment status


• Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end audit support requests


• Identify and recommend improvements to AP workflow and documentation


• Perform other related duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Clear written and verbal communication skills; able to work with internal teams and external vendors professionally


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a high-volume, multi-entity environment


• Must work well together and in a professional team environment


• Works independently in a hybrid work environment


• Able to train and mentor others


• Works well in a matrixed and collaborative environment

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's in accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field preferred


• Minimum of three years of relevant experience, preferably in commercial real estate and/or property management


• Proficient with Microsoft Office particularly Excel


• Yardi property management software or similar software experience preferred

ALLOCATION OF TIME

• Business Client Development - 0%


• Client / Project Work - 90%


• Administrative - 10%

BENEFITS

RTG offers a competitive compensation package, including an incentive compensation plan, health, life and long-term disability insurance; 401(k) with company matching; and profit sharing.