Entry Level Property Accountant

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Commuter benefits

EAP program

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing real estate organization to identify an Entry-Level Property Accountant in the Greater Cincinnati Area. This opportunity is ideal for a recent accounting graduate or early-career professional seeking hands-on experience in property accounting, financial reporting, and real estate operations.

The selected candidate will work with experienced accounting and property management teams to support a portfolio of commercial and residential

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent accounting experience.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Exposure to real estate, property accounting, or commercial real estate is a plus.
• Solid GAAP understanding and strong analytical/problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly close for assigned properties and meet deadlines.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and prepaid expenses.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger reconciliations.
• Analyze variances and assist with monthly financial statements and reporting.
• Support CAPEX/CIP tracking and budgeting activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Yardi

MRI

AppFolio

Job description

Entry-Level Property Accountant
Location: Greater Cincinnati Area
Schedule: First Shift | Full-Time

Pay: $65,000 to $70,000

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing real estate organization to identify an Entry-Level Property Accountant. This opportunity is ideal for a recent accounting graduate or an early-career accounting professional seeking to gain hands-on experience in property accounting, financial reporting, and real estate operations. The selected candidate will work closely with experienced accounting professionals and property management teams to support a portfolio of commercial and residential properties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the monthly close process for assigned properties, ensuring financial records are accurate and completed within established deadlines
• Prepare and post journal entries, including recurring entries, accruals, and prepaid expenses
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations
• Analyze financial variances and help prepare explanations for differences between actual results, budgets, and prior periods
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and related reporting packages
• Maintain accurate documentation for journal entries, reconciliations, and other accounting transactions
• Collaborate with property management and operations teams to gather and verify financial data
• Assist with capital expenditure (CAPEX) and construction-in-progress (CIP) tracking and reporting
• Monitor cash balances and help coordinate funding requests as needed
• Participate in annual budgeting and forecasting activities
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation when required
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and increase efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent accounting experience
• 1-3 years of accounting experience, including exposure to journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities
• Internship or prior experience within real estate, property accounting, or commercial real estate environments is a plus
• Understanding of general ledger accounting principles and basic GAAP concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, and pivot tables
• Experience with accounting or property management software such as Yardi, MRI, or AppFolio is preferred but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic with a willingness to learn and grow within the accounting field

Benefits

• Exposure to a variety of accounting functions and financial reporting activities
• Collaborative team environment with mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity for career growth within a stable and expanding organization
• Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $70,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Bianca Kimble

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.