Accounting Manager Real Estate

Metropolitan Industries Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Direct exposure to ownership

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A real estate management firm is seeking a Property Accounting Manager. In this role, you will manage financial reporting, oversee tax documentation, and ensure compliance with accounting standards across multiple properties. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting experience specifically in the real estate sector, proficiency with software like AppFolio or QuickBooks, and exceptional organizational skills. This is a full-time in-office position in Los Angeles, California, offering opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CRE Accounting Experience in an Accounting Manager or similar senior role.
• Strong experience working directly with ownership and CPAs.
• Desire and ability to grow with the company.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting for multiple real estate entities.
• Monitor property-level cash flow and operating accounts.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Organization

Ability to work independently

Ability to meet deadlines

Collaborative skills

Tools

AppFolio

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance

Job Summary

We are seeking a Property Accounting Manager to join our team! As a Property Accountant, your responsibilities will include preparing weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports, managing payables and receivables for the property company, and processing tax documentation including sales tax and real estate tax. You will review daily banking activity, process cash receipts, and reconcile transactions. The ideal candidate has accounting experience in the real estate industry, exceptional time management skills, and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Assist with budget preparation and projections
• Oversee daily banking transactions and reconciliation with cash receipts
• Handle all tax payments related to the business, including sales and real estate taxes
• Handle payables and receivables for the company

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full‑cycle accounting for multiple real estate entities and properties
• Manage AP & AR with proper internal controls
• Oversee CAM reconciliations, tenant billings, and reimbursements
• Monitor property‑level cash flow, operating accounts, and reserves
• Perform and review monthly bank reconciliations
• Lead month‑end close and general ledger reconciliation
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Track and monitor loan compliance, covenants, and lender reporting requirements
• Serve as the primary financial liaison to ownership, lenders, and external CPAs
• Support audits, refinances, and lender requests
• Prepare year‑end financials and support tax preparation for CPAs
• Manage payroll processing, tax deposits, quarterly and annual payroll filings (W-2s, W-3s, 1099s/1096s)
• Prepare and file sales tax returns, business licenses, and Form 571‑L
• Provide limited human resources and administrative accounting support as needed

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of CRE Accounting Experience in an Accounting Manager or similar senior role
• Strong experience working directly with ownership and CPAs
• Proficiency with accounting software (AppFolio, QuickBooks, or similar required)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and internal controls
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy
• Desire and ability to grow with the company

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience with industrial, retail, or mixed‑use portfolios
• Prior interaction with banks or lenders
• Experience supporting audits or refinances

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Great Work Environment
• Direct exposure to ownership and senior decision-makers
• Career Advancement Opportunities

How to Apply (Important)

1. Resume and cover letter and salary expectations
2. A brief summary of your real estate accounting experience, including property types worked on and accounting software experience.

• This is an in‑office position. Remote work is not available. Due to the sensitive nature of the information, this role cannot be outsourced.
• Applications without real estate accounting experience will not be considered.
• This is not a junior bookkeeping position.
• DO NOT APPLY if you do not have the required accounting background.