Junior Accountant

LHH; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Junior Accountant for a growing real estate firm in Midtown Manhattan. The role offers a hybrid work environment and exposure to property accounting, month-end close, tenant receivables, and real estate financial operations alongside a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of accounting experience in real estate and a degree in Accounting or Finance, with strong Excel skills for analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years accounting experience in real estate.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficient with Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation.
• Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger, and balance sheet accounts.
• Review transactions for accuracy and proper coding.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with accounting for commercial and residential properties.
• Monitor tenant receivables and support rent collection processes.
• Track property expenses and allocate costs accurately.
• Record and reconcile security deposits, CAM charges, and tenant-related transactions.
• Maintain lease and property financial records.

Skills

Accounting

Real estate

Reconciling

Excel

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a Junior Accountant to join one of our client’s growing real estate firms. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of accounting experience within the real estate industry and possess a solid understanding of accounting principles coupled with their Accounting or Finance degree. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to property accounting, month-end close activities, tenant receivables, and real estate financial operations while working alongside a collaborative accounting team. The position sits in Midtown Manhattan and offers a hybrid work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation.
• Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and balance sheet accounts.
• Review transactions for accuracy and proper coding.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with accounting for commercial and residential properties.
• Monitor tenant receivables and support rent collection processes.
• Track property expenses and ensure proper allocation of costs.
• Record and reconcile security deposits, CAM charges, and other tenant-related transactions.
• Maintain lease and property financial records.
• Assist with annual audits, tax filings, and lender reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably within the real estate industry.
• Experience with account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.

Compensation: $32 - $37/hr, depending on experience.

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.

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