Property Accountant

CFS; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Property Accountant to join a seasoned accounting leadership team with deep expertise in real estate. You’ll prepare monthly financial statements, perform month-end close, and work closely with property managers across multiple portfolios.

This role offers exposure to operations and property management, mentorship, and long-term career growth within a stable, community-focused organization that manages hundreds of units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience; property, real estate, or multi-entity accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills with excellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements and complete month-end close activities for an assigned portfolio of properties.
• Record journal entries, reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger activity.
• Partner with property managers to review financial performance, resolve accounting questions, and support operational success.
• Assist with audits, year-end reporting, and special accounting projects as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

• The Property Accountant reports to an experienced accounting leadership team with deep expertise in real estate accounting, providing excellent mentorship and long-term career development opportunities.
• Join a collaborative, people-first culture where employees are empowered to make an impact while supporting communities and protecting valuable real estate investments.
• The Property Accountant will have exposure to multiple property portfolios, providing excellent variety and the opportunity to expand your accounting knowledge within the real estate industry.
• This Property Accountant role offers visibility across accounting, operations, and property management, allowing you to build relationships with leaders throughout the organization.
• Work for a financially stable, growing organization that manages more than 150 properties and nearly 5,000 units, offering long-term career stability and advancement opportunities.
• Enjoy a supportive team environment that values accountability, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional service to both property owners and residents.

Salary: $80,000-$90,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• The Property Accountant reports to an experienced accounting leadership team with deep expertise in real estate accounting, providing excellent mentorship and long-term career development opportunities.
• Join a collaborative, people-first culture where employees are empowered to make an impact while supporting communities and protecting valuable real estate investments.
• The Property Accountant will have exposure to multiple property portfolios, providing excellent variety and the opportunity to expand your accounting knowledge within the real estate industry.
• This Property Accountant role offers visibility across accounting, operations, and property management, allowing you to build relationships with leaders throughout the organization.
• Work for a financially stable, growing organization that manages more than 150 properties and nearly 5,000 units, offering long-term career stability and advancement opportunities.
• Enjoy a supportive team environment that values accountability, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional service to both property owners and residents.

Key Responsibilities For The Property Accountant

• Prepare monthly financial statements and complete month-end close activities for an assigned portfolio of properties.
• Record journal entries, reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger activity.
• Partner with property managers to review financial performance, resolve accounting questions, and support operational success.
• Assist with audits, year-end reporting, and special accounting projects as assigned.

Qualifications For The Property Accountant

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience; property, real estate, or multi-entity accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills with excellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.