Property Accountant - Owned Assets

Greystar Management Services, LLC; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time and holidays

401(k) with company match

Sabbatical after 10 years

Housing discount at Greystar-managed)

Job summary

Greystar is seeking an experienced accounting professional for a remote position preferred for local Houston candidates. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and supporting audits for a large real estate portfolio.

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Finance is preferred with 3 years of relevant experience. GAAP knowledge, familiarity with Yardi, and strong time management are essential. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• 3 years of relevant accounting/financial experience preferred.
• Proactive, self-directed, highly motivated with strong time-management.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze financial information for entry into financial statements and reports.
• Perform bank reconciliations, wire transfers, mortgage payments, and distributions.
• Support audits by explaining journal entries and responding to inquiries.
• Coordinate with on-site property managers to ensure timely close processes and reporting.

Skills

GAAP

Financial analysis

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Yardi

One Site

Job description

ABOUT GREYSTAR

Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $350 billion of real estate in more than 260 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $34 billion of development assets and over $36.5 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit www.greystar.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

*This is a remote position but candidates local to Houston, TX are preferred.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Compiles and analyzes financial information in preparation for entry into various financial statements and accounting reports, and makes appropriate journal entries for recording in the general ledger by checking calculations, reviewing basis for figures, and balancing and reconciling figures. Reviews budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents and researches and resolves discrepancies as necessary. Performs bank reconciliations and wire transfers for deposit, makes mortgage payments and distributions, and ensures accuracy. Maintains and coordinates accounting control procedures by analyzing revenue and expenditure trends and recommending appropriate budget levels to ensure expenditure control. Analyzes and reviews accounting and financial resources for property acquisitions, dispositions, and closings and budgets and expenditures for local, state, federal, private funding, contracts, grants, and other corporate financial and accounting transactions. Acts as liaison to internal and external auditors by explaining journal entries and financial transactions, providing research data and information as requested, and answering questions necessary to complete the audit in a timely manner. Communicates with on-site and other property managers to assist in completing pre-close and close activities, answer questions, provide support, and ensure timely completion of accounting processes for on-time client and Company reporting. Completes various financial, accounting, administrative, and other reports and analysis, and performs other duties as assigned or as necessary.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, from an accredited college or university is preferred. 3 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial setting, with experience that demonstrates the application and usage of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) preferred. Employment history that demonstrates the application and usage of an accounting and financial background sufficient to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports in accordance with accounting, finance, budgeting, and cost control principles. Must be proactive, self-directed, highly motivated, and possess skills in time management in order to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS

Demonstrated proficiency in internet, word processing, spreadsheet, and database management programs in order to complete required reports. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with financial and property management systems (Yardi, One Site, etc.). Comprehensive understanding of accounting and finance best practices as well as relevant laws and regulations.

#LI-RS1

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION

Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including business requirements, prior experience, current skills and geographical location. Corporate Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in a quarterly or annual bonus program based on individual and company performance. Onsite Property Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability & Life insurance benefits.
• Low (free basic) employee Medical costs for employee-only coverage.
• Generous Paid Time off.
• All new hires start with 15 days of vacation, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays.
• Plus your birthday off after 1 year of service!
• Additional vacation accrued with tenure.
• For onsite team members, onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities are available subject to discount and unit availability.
• 6-Week Paid Sabbatical after 10 years of service (and every 5 years thereafter).
• 401(k) with Company Match up to 6% of pay after 6 months of service.
• Paid Parental Leave and lifetime Fertility Benefit reimbursement up to $10,000 (includes adoption or surrogacy).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Legal Plans.
• Charitable giving program and benefits.
• *Benefits offered for full-time employees.
• For Union and Prevailing Wage roles, compensation and benefits may vary from the listed information above due to Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or local governing authority.

GREYSTAR IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Greystar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Greystar will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses (@greystar.com). If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to [e-mail].

Integrity

We stay true to the highest ethical standards and principles, and are honest, trustworthy, humble, and respectful in all of our words and actions.

Equality

We celebrate individual differences, encourage diversity of thought, provide equality of opportunity, and cultivate an environment where all individuals are seen, treated, and valued equally.

Professionalism

We proudly present a positive, dignified, and businesslike image at all times through our appearances, behavior, and interactions with others.

Accountability

We take responsibility and accept ownership for our words, actions, tasks, and results, and respectfully hold others to the same standard.

Service

We make service our top priority by giving our time, knowledge, and experience to serve the needs of our customers, community, and team members.

Teamwork

We work together to accomplish goals, solve problems, and enrich our work environment.