Property Accountant - Residential Real Estate

Staff Financial Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Financial Group in Atlanta, GA seeks an experienced Property Accountant to manage accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of residential properties.

The role requires hands-on ledger maintenance, monthly statements, reconcilia­tions, and support for year-end audits, with a focus on GAAP compliance and accurate cash flow reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, ideally in real estate or property management.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate accounting for all property transactions and records
• Maintain recurring accounting schedules and reporting calendars
• Prepare monthly financials including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports
• Reconcile all bank accounts and ledger entries with supporting documentation
• Assist with year-end audits, reports, and tax preparations
• Maintain and update general ledger through journal entries and reconciliations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Property management software

Job description

Property Accountant - Residential Real Estate

Who: A growing residential real estate firm seeking an experienced accounting professional.

What: Handle monthly financial reporting, reconciliations, and ledger management for residential properties.

When: Immediate need with flexibility to start within the next 2-4 weeks.

Where: Atlanta, GA

Why: To ensure accurate financial operations and reporting as the firm expands its residential portfolio.

Office Environment: Collaborative and detail-oriented team in a real estate-focused setting.

Salary: $75,000-$90,000 based on experience.

Position Overview

The Property Accountant will be responsible for managing accurate and timely accounting and financial reporting functions across a portfolio of residential properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate accounting for all property transactions and records
• Maintain recurring accounting schedules and reporting calendars
• Prepare monthly financials including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports
• Reconcile all bank accounts and ledger entries with supporting documentation
• Assist with year-end audits, reports, and tax preparations
• Maintain and update general ledger through journal entries and reconciliations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, ideally in real estate or property management
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Excel and property management/accounting software

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