Property Accountant

Synergy; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD/LTD insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) matching

Job summary

Synergy, a leading Boston commercial real estate firm, seeks a Property Accountant to manage accounting, financial analysis and reporting for a portfolio of properties.

The role collaborates with property management, leasing, construction and asset management, and requires 2-4 years in real estate accounting, GAAP knowledge, and experience with Yardi/MRI. Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a collegial team environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years real estate accounting or audit experience
• Working knowledge of GAAP
• Experience with Yardi and/or MRI preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the accounting function, financial analysis and reporting for a portfolio of properties
• Maintaining tenant ledgers
• Primary enforcement of internal control policies, ensuring compliance, adherence, and best practices
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual investor financial statements
• Maintain detailed financial workpapers and supporting schedules
• Participate in the annual budgeting process and preparation of monthly reports for senior management
• Coordinate with external auditors
• Assist with ad hoc projects and other assigned duties

Skills

Real estate accounting

Audit experience

GAAP

Excel

Yardi/MRI

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Excel

Job description

Synergy, a leading Boston commercial real estate firm, with a managed portfolio of over 6.5 million square feet, across multiple asset classes, is experiencing exciting growth and seeks a Property Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing accounting, financial analysis and reporting functions for individual real estate LLCs and other related entities.

This position will work closely with Synergy’s internal real estate service groups, including property management, leasing, construction, and asset management. The individual will be required to work collaboratively to meet Synergy’s goals and objectives while adhering to the policies, procedures, and audit requirements ensuring continued growth and success

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for the accounting function, financial analysis and reporting for a portfolio of properties
• Maintaining tenant ledgers
• Primary enforcement of Company’s internal control policies, ensuring compliance, adherence, and best practices
• Preparation of all monthly, quarterly and annual investor financial statements
• Maintain detailed financial workpapers and supporting schedules
• Participate in the annual budgeting process and preparation of monthly reports for review by senior management
• Maintain confidentiality of information related to HR, operating companies and other functions as necessary
• Prepare annual CAM and Real Estate Tax reconciliation charges to tenants
• Assist with coordination of information to external auditors
• Perform other assigned duties and complete ad hoc projects, as required

In addition to competitive salary and benefits, we offer a collegial work environment and an excellent opportunity to continue to develop strong skills and professional growth. Those who have joined us from other firms find the tight-knitted team culture and direct access to leadership very rewarding.

Synergy (synergyboston.com) is a real estate investment and operating company primarily focused on the Boston market. We are one of the largest and most active landlords in the city. We are active members of the Boston business community and have been recognized as Landlord of the Year by the GBREB Commercial Brokers Association (CBA). We are also proud to support numerous organizations that have a positive impact in our city.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accounting (4 Year)
• 2-4 years real estate accounting or audit experience
• Prior Yardi and/or MRI experience preferred
• Working knowledge of Excel
• Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, peers and vendors, as well as clients and other related parties
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, while meeting deadlines
• Quick study with the willingness to learn new systems and the eagerness to grow with the company
• High degree of personal integrity and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• A strong positive attitude, demonstrating the professionalism and flexibility needed to attain Company goals
• Working knowledge and understanding of GAAP preferred

We offer competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, STD & LTD insurance, Paid Parental Leave, and 401(k) plan with company match. We are unable to support sponsorship for work authorization and Visas at this time. Background check required.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• STD & LTD insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) plan with company match

The likely base salary for this position is $70,000-110,000, representing our best estimate. Final salary decisions take into account market‑competitive data, as well as each candidate’s background and experience. As a result, actual offers may vary based on geographic location, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Please note that this salary range is not guaranteed, and the final offer may fall outside of the stated range

Synergy is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

All vendors must have a signed Synergy Placement Agreement. All unsolicited resumes sent to Synergy will be considered property of Synergy. Synergy will not be held liable to pay a placement fee