Property Accountant

MSI Recruiting; Palm Beach Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property management is seeking a Property Accountant to manage financial statements and support schedules. The ideal candidate will have a BS/BA in Accounting and 1-3 years of relevant experience, with strong skills in Microsoft Office and Yardi. This full-time position requires attention to detail, multitasking abilities, and the capacity to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of accounting experience.
• Property accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with multiple company financials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements.
• Track operating results and prepare monthly financial packages.
• Assist with internal and external audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Work under pressure

Confidentiality

Education

BS/BA in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Yardi

Job description

The Property Accountant is responsible for preparing and maintaining financial statements, supporting schedules, and detailed analysis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Track and monitor operating results and prepare/distribute monthly financial packages
2. Prepare and analyze financial statements and work with property management staff in the preparation of accrual entries
3. Prepare monthly journal entries and monthly general ledger close, including the verification and reconciliation of all general ledger accounts on trial balance with support schedules
4. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations, variance reports, and cash flows
5. Review and update fixed assets including transfers and disposals on a monthly basis; maintain depreciation schedules
6. Prepare/review management fee calculations in accordance with property management agreements
7. Analyze mortgage agreements, partnership agreements, and cash management agreements to determine proper accounting requirements and compliance items and prepare compliance submissions as necessary on a timely basis
8. Prepare escrow draw packages in accordance with loan documents
9. Review AP invoice coding and approvals
10. Assist with internal and external audits
11. Other related duties and assignments as required

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting
• Minimum 1-3 years of accounting experience
• Property accounting experience is strongly preferred but not required
• Experience working with multiple company financials
• Ability to meet deadlines and multitask with attention to detail
• Strong ability to work under pressure and independently
• Solid skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Yardi experience preferred; mid-level accounting systems required
• Ability to handle confidential information

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing