Experienced Senior Level Commercial (Retail) Property Accountant

Foresite Commercial Real Estate®️; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Family-friendly office

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Foresite Commercial Real Estate is seeking an Experienced Commercial (Retail) Property Accountant to manage and oversee financial operations for our portfolio. The role ensures accurate financial reporting and compliance while supporting property managers in maintaining profitability.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of accounting experience in commercial real estate, with a focus on retail, and proficiency with Yardi and AppFolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10 years of accounting experience in commercial real estate, retail focus preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Proficiency with accounting software; MS Excel expertise; familiarity with Yardi and AppFolio.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and reports for retail properties.
• Assist in managing and overseeing portions of the accounting process and team.
• Confidently communicate and problem solve directly with clients and new accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, providing insight into financial performance.
• Conduct account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Prepare supporting documentation for audits and compliance purposes.
• Collaborate with property management teams to support operational and financial decision-making.

Skills

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Yardi

AppFolio

Job description

Foresite Commercial Real Estate is seeking an Experienced Commercial (Retail) Property Accountant to manage and help oversee the financial operations related to our managed properties. This role is vital in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting and compliance while supporting property managers in maintaining the profitability of our managed portfolio.

Ideally this role will be based in San Antonio but we have some flexibility in our Austin or future Houston office as well.

The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in accounting principles with significant experience in commercial real estate, particularly in retail. You will be responsible for preparing financial statements, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing detailed analyses of property performance. This position will be responsible for the full cycle of accounting for a set of properties and will communicate and plan with the client's CPA's on year end entries.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and reports for retail properties
• Assist in managing and overseeing portions of the accounting process and team
• Confidently communicate and problem solve directly with clients and new accounts
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, providing insight into financial performance
• Conduct account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial records
• Prepare supporting documentation for audits and compliance purposes
• Collaborate with property management teams to support operational and financial decision-making

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5-10 years of accounting experience in commercial real estate, with a focus on retail properties preferred
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management
• Proficiency with accounting software and advanced skills in MS Excel; familiarity with Yardi and Appfolio is a must
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Benefits Package

• Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• 401k Program - Company matching contributions at 100% of employee contributions up to the first 3% of pay; then 50% of employee contributions on the next 2% of pay
• Paid Time Off (15 days)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Family friendly work environment including a kid's play room (San Antonio Office)
• Advancement opportunities and training