Property Accountant

LHH; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Irving, TX, is partnering with a mission-driven nonprofit to hire a Property Accountant. The role offers a clear path to Accounting Manager as the function transitions in-house.

You will lead full-cycle property accounting, prepare financial statements, manage GLs, and perform reconciliations, using RealPage Financial Suite. Ideal candidates have GAAP knowledge, RealPage experience, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Solid working knowledge of GAAP and property-level financial reporting.
• Experience with RealPage property or real estate accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle accounting for assigned property portfolios including income, expenses, and general ledger activity.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements with journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Perform detailed reconciliations of bank accounts, escrows, reserves, and tenant ledgers.
• Review and process invoices and vendor payments in line with internal controls.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis with leadership to provide insights.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

RealPage

Excel

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

RealPage Financial Suite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

$70,000–$75,000 | Hybrid (3 days remote / 2 days onsite)

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a mission-driven non-profit organization in Irving, TX to hire a Property Accountant. This role offers strong upward mobility, with a clear path to Accounting Manager as the organization transitions its property accounting function from an outsourced model back in-house.

This position is responsible for full-cycle property accounting, including financial reporting, general ledger oversight, accounts payable, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in GAAP, hands‑on property or real estate accounting experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment. Strong communication skills and a service‑oriented mindset are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full‑cycle accounting for assigned property portfolios, including income, expenses, and general ledger activity.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and reporting packages.
• Perform detailed reconciliations of bank accounts, escrows, reserves, and tenant ledgers.
• Review and process invoices and vendor payments in accordance with internal controls.
• Utilize and optimize RealPage Financial Suite (GL, AP, Financial Reporting) to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis; partner with Finance and Housing leadership to provide actionable financial insights.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and affordable housing regulations (HUD, LIHTC), including oversight of restricted funds and reserves.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Support the transition of accounting operations in‑house, including validation of opening balances and process documentation.
• Contribute to process improvements and cross‑functional collaboration initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience in property or real estate accounting.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and property‑level financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with RealPage required.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines with accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.