Property Accountant

Renowned Recruitment Group; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Renowned Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Property Accountant / Staff Accountant to join a privately held commercial real estate investment and property management organization in California. You will handle a broad range of property accounting duties, leveraging Yardi Voyager, CAM reconciliations, and lease analysis to support a growing portfolio.

The role emphasizes hands-on accounting, accuracy, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced CRE environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of commercial property management accounting experience.
• Hands-on Yardi Voyager experience required.
• Strong experience preparing CAM reconciliations.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting commercial leases.
• Strong understanding of property-level accounting and month-end close.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Maintain property tax records, process payments, and review assessed property values.
• Manage cash activity and prepare wire transfers.
• Review commercial leases and ensure accurate accounting treatment.
• Maintain and review CAM information within Yardi Voyager and Excel.
• Prepare CAM reconciliations and communicate with tenants regarding reconciliation matters.
• Handle retail and percentage-rent calculations as applicable.
• Calculate and process property management fees.
• Prepare journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain balance sheet accounts, including AR, AP, prepaid expenses, and security deposits.
• Assist with budgeting for property taxes, insurance, licenses, and other property-related expenses.
• Support accounting for property acquisitions and onboarding of new properties.
• Maintain entity compliance and related accounting records.
• Assist with implementation and improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and software.
• Provide backup support for accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Complete additional accounting projects and analysis as needed.

Skills

Yardi Voyager

CAM reconciliations

Commercial leases

Property-level accounting

Month-end close

Excel

Outlook

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Position Overview

A privately held commercial real estate investment and property management organization is seeking an experienced Property Accountant / Staff Accountant to join its accounting team.

This position will be responsible for a broad range of property accounting functions supporting a commercial real estate portfolio. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Yardi Voyager, CAM reconciliations, commercial leases, property-level accounting, and month-end close.

This is a hands-on role for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced commercial real estate environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain property tax records, process payments, and review assessed property values
• Manage cash activity and prepare wire transfers
• Review commercial leases and ensure accurate accounting treatment
• Maintain and review CAM information within Yardi Voyager and Excel
• Prepare CAM reconciliations and communicate with tenants regarding reconciliation matters
• Handle retail and percentage-rent calculations as applicable
• Calculate and process property management fees
• Prepare journal entries and bank reconciliations
• Maintain balance sheet accounts, including AR, AP, prepaid expenses, and security deposits
• Assist with budgeting for property taxes, insurance, licenses, and other property-related expenses
• Support accounting for property acquisitions and onboarding of new properties
• Maintain entity compliance and related accounting records
• Assist with implementation and improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and software
• Provide backup support for accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Complete additional accounting projects and analysis as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of commercial property management accounting experience
• Hands-on Yardi Voyager experience required
• Strong experience preparing CAM reconciliations
• Experience reviewing and interpreting commercial leases
• Strong understanding of property-level accounting and month-end close
• Experience with retail and/or commercial properties preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage a high volume of work and competing priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with property management, tenants, vendors, and internal accounting teams