Project Accountant

Aston Carter; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth post-tax options

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aston Carter is hiring a Senior Property Accountant in Bethesda, MD, to support a growing real estate portfolio with lead on financial reporting, CAM, construction, and fixed asset accounting. You will partner with property management, asset management, and executives to drive accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires 10+ years in commercial real estate accounting, strong GL and project accounting knowledge, and advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience within commercial real estate or property management.
• Experience managing accounting activities for multi-property real estate portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Experience with construction/project accounting, capital expenditure tracking, and fixed asset accounting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for assigned properties and investment entities.
• Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain general ledger integrity and support internal and external financial reporting requirements.
• Manage accounting activities for a diverse portfolio of commercial real estate assets.
• Oversee property-level accounting, including revenue recognition, operating expenses, accruals, and tenant-related transactions.
• Prepare CAM reconciliations and estimates.
• Track and report capital expenditures for construction, development, and renovation projects.
• Monitor project budgets, commitments, construction draws, and related expenditures.
• Partner with project managers to evaluate project financial performance.
• Maintain accurate project accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.
• Account for capital improvements, asset additions, and disposals.
• Support partnership and investment accounting activities.
• Ensure proper capitalization and expense treatment.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external auditors, tax reporting, lenders, and investors.
• Respond to financial inquiries from management, investors, tenants, lenders, and auditors.
• Collaborate with property managers, asset managers, construction teams, and executive leadership.
• Utilize accounting and property management systems to improve reporting accuracy.
• Assist with process improvements, internal controls, and implementation of accounting best practices.
• Leverage technology platforms to streamline reporting, accounts payable processes, and workflow management.

Skills

Property accounting

General ledger accounting

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Excel skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Yardi

MRI

Sage

BlackLine

Acumatica

Built

AvidXchange

Concur

Nexxus

Job description

Senior Property AccountantPosition Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Property Accountant to join our growing real estate organization. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of progressive property accounting experience supporting commercial real estate portfolios, property management operations, and development/construction projects. This role is responsible for financial reporting, portfolio accounting, capital expenditure tracking, budgeting support, and stakeholder communications while partnering closely with property management, asset management, construction, and executive leadership teams.

Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & General Accounting

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for assigned properties and investment entities.

• Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.

• Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

• Maintain general ledger integrity and support internal and external financial reporting requirements.

Property & Portfolio Accounting

• Manage accounting activities for a diverse portfolio of commercial real estate assets.

• Oversee property-level accounting, including revenue recognition, operating expenses, accruals, and tenant-related transactions.

• Prepare annual Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations and estimates.

• Support property acquisitions, dispositions, and portfolio transitions.

Project & Construction Accounting

• Track and report capital expenditures for construction, development, and renovation projects.

• Monitor project budgets, commitments, construction draws, and related expenditures.

• Partner with project managers and development teams to evaluate project financial performance.

• Maintain accurate project accounting records and supporting documentation.

Fixed Asset & Investment Accounting

• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.

• Account for capital improvements, asset additions, and disposals.

• Support partnership and investment accounting activities.

• Ensure proper capitalization and expense treatment in accordance with accounting standards.

Audit, Compliance & Stakeholder Support

• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external auditors, tax reporting, lenders, and investors.

• Respond to financial inquiries from management, investors, tenants, lenders, and auditors.

• Collaborate with property managers, asset managers, construction teams, and executive leadership to support business objectives.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Utilize accounting and property management systems to improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.

• Assist with process improvements, internal controls, and implementation of accounting best practices.

• Leverage technology platforms to streamline reporting, accounts payable processes, and workflow management.

Required Qualifications

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

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience within commercial real estate or property management.

• Experience managing accounting activities for multi-property real estate portfolios.

• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.

• Experience with construction/project accounting, capital expenditure tracking, and fixed asset accounting.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation or active CPA-track status.

• Experience with commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects.

• Familiarity with investor and partnership accounting.

• Experience with one or more of the following systems:

• Yardi

• MRI

• Sage

• BlackLine

• Acumatica

• Built

• AvidXchange

• Concur

• Nexxus

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bethesda, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $48.08/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bethesda, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bethesda,MD.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] ([e-mail]) for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.