Property Accountant

Ledgent; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Property Accountant at Ledgent in Scottsdale, AZ maintains accurate financial records for a portfolio of properties, supports month-end and year-end close, prepares financial statements, and collaborates with operations and accounting teams to ensure timely reporting.

This role performs reconciliations, reviews operating expenses and contracts, posts journal entries, and assists with audits and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent accounting experience will also be considered.
• 1–2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with property accounting, real estate accounting, or multi-entity accounting environments is a plus.
• Knowledge of accrual-based accounting and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with accounting, property management, or ERP software preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, and reconcile financial information for monthly and annual closing processes.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for an assigned portfolio of properties, including financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Perform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts and investigate outstanding items.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and account tie-outs, researching and resolving variances as needed.
• Review and reconcile operating expenses, contracts, and other recurring transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries while reviewing general ledger activity for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

The Property Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and reporting for a portfolio of properties. This role supports month-end and year-end close processes, prepares financial statements, performs account reconciliations, and works closely with operations and accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, and reconcile financial information for monthly and annual closing processes.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for an assigned portfolio of properties, including financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Perform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts and investigate outstanding items.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and account tie-outs, researching and resolving variances as needed.
• Review and reconcile operating expenses, contracts, and other recurring transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries while reviewing general ledger activity for accuracy and completeness.
• Complete assigned pre-close and month-end accounting tasks within established deadlines.
• Collaborate with property operations personnel and management teams to obtain information necessary for accurate financial reporting.
• Partner with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Assist with audits, special projects, and other accounting-related duties as assigned.

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Compensation: $30-$35/hour

Position Summary

The Property Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and reporting for a portfolio of properties. This role supports month-end and year-end close processes, prepares financial statements, performs account reconciliations, and works closely with operations and accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, and reconcile financial information for monthly and annual closing processes.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for an assigned portfolio of properties, including financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Perform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts and investigate outstanding items.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and account tie-outs, researching and resolving variances as needed.
• Review and reconcile operating expenses, contracts, and other recurring transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries while reviewing general ledger activity for accuracy and completeness.
• Complete assigned pre-close and month-end accounting tasks within established deadlines.
• Collaborate with property operations personnel and management teams to obtain information necessary for accurate financial reporting.
• Partner with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Assist with audits, special projects, and other accounting-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent accounting experience will also be considered.
• 1-2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with property accounting, real estate accounting, or multi-entity accounting environments is a plus.
• Knowledge of accrual-based accounting and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with accounting, property management, or ERP software preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.