Property Accountant: Real Estate Finance & Budgets

Stone-Mountain-Management; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stone Mountain Management is seeking a detail-oriented Property Accountant to oversee the financial operations of assigned real estate assets. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance, and delivering timely financial reporting.

The Property Accountant will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and supporting overall portfolio performance. The position resides in Houston, TX, reporting to the VP of Finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience in property accounting or real estate accounting strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in RealPage or similar property management systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for assigned properties, including income, expenses, and transactions.
• Manage property-level general ledger, including rent rolls, bank accounts, and expense tracking.
• Oversee lease accounting functions such as rent billing, collections, and reconciliations.
• Perform month-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Monitor property expenses, including CAM, insurance, and real estate taxes.
• Complete CAM, tax, and insurance reconciliations.
• Assist with annual budgets and ongoing forecasts; analyze variances.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with property managers and internal teams to analyze financial performance.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

RealPage

Job description

Stone Mountain Management is seeking a detail-oriented Property Accountant to oversee the financial operations of assigned real estate assets. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance, and delivering timely financial reporting.

The Property Accountant will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and supporting overall portfolio performance. The position resides in Houston, TX, reporting to the VP of Finance.