GL Accountant

Addison Group; Oakton (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a General Ledger Accountant in Oakton, VA, a hybrid role with in-office presence 2 days a week. The ideal candidate will manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of properties, ensure adherence to U.S.

GAAP, and support HUD-related reporting and audits. Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, and preparation of financial statements and reports for management and program compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of general ledger or full-cycle accounting experience.
• Property accounting, affordable housing, or HUD program experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting for multiple properties and programs.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and assist with close processes.
• Review revenue and expenses for proper classification and reporting.

Skills

General Ledger

Full-cycle accounting

GAAP

HUD/affordable housing experience

Education

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

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Title: GL Accountant

Location: Oakton VA - hybrid 2x/week in office

Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $85-100K (depending on experience)

Industry: Nonprofit / Property Management / Affordable Housing

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401(k).

Overview: We are seeking an experienced General Ledger Accountant to support the accounting and financial reporting activities of a property portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring strong full-cycle accounting experience and prior exposure to property accounting, affordable housing, or HUD-funded programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting for multiple properties, programs, or legal entities.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and adjusting entries.
• Complete monthly bank and balance-sheet account reconciliations.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Review property-level revenue and expenses for accuracy and proper classification.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and property-specific reporting packages.
• Track restricted funds, grants, subsidies, and HUD-related financial activity.
• Assist with HUD reporting, compliance requirements, and audit documentation.
• Reconcile tenant receivables, security deposits, rental income, and subsidy payments.
• Review property operating expenses, management fees, and capital expenditures.
• Partner with property management, housing program, accounts payable, and finance teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Assist with annual audits, budgets, forecasts, and special accounting projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and financial controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of general ledger or full-cycle accounting experience.
• Property accounting, affordable housing, or HUD program experience required.
• Experience supporting multiple properties, entities, or programs preferred.
• Strong knowledge of journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with HUD reporting, housing subsidies, restricted funding, or nonprofit accounting is highly preferred.
• Experience with a large ERP or property accounting system preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookup functions.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.