Property Staff Accountant - Hybrid

ZipRecruiter; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Property Staff Accountant to manage financial reporting for a diverse real estate portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with property managers to ensure compliance with accounting standards and optimize operational efficiency. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with a keen attention to detail. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the financial health of a leading real estate firm and help shape the future of property management. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about real estate finance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial real estate is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial reporting for a designated real estate portfolio.
• Collaborate with property managers to ensure operational efficiency.
• Prepare and review budgets and financial statements.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Quick Learner

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Related Field Degree

Tools

Excel

JDE

MRI

Yardi

Oracle Accounting Software

Job description

Job Description

Lincoln Property Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by Lincoln Property Company to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that Lincoln Property Company will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. At this time, we are not working with any agencies.

The Property Staff Accountant is responsible for the accurate and timely financial reporting of a designated real estate portfolio. This includes managing property budgets and forecasts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and working closely with property managers to optimize operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities:

1. Report accurately and timely on the financial records of the assigned real estate portfolio, including budgets and forecasts.
2. Work closely with property managers to ensure accuracy, consistency, and promote effectiveness in operational reporting.
3. Implement company-wide property management accounting and reporting initiatives.
4. Maintain a calendar of all reporting deadlines for assigned properties and prepare accurate and timely reports as required.
5. Prepare and review monthly accruals and straight-line rent journal entries.
6. Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
7. Ensure delinquency reports are correct and communicate with property management about serious delinquencies.
8. Understand lease terminology and collaborate with Lease Administrators.
9. Monitor cash flow, ensure timely payments, and prepare funding reports as needed.
10. Participate in budget preparation by providing analysis and information to property managers.
11. Review budgets for accuracy and upload into accounting software.
12. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for assigned properties.
13. Analyze data from various sources and provide accurate responses for owners.
14. Prepare personal property tax listings and monitor sales/use tax for owners.
15. Handle other duties as assigned by the Controller.

Desired Competency, Experience, and Skills:

• Four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in commercial real estate.
• Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills.
• High professionalism with excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to build effective relationships.
• Quick learner with a growth mindset; responsive, takes ownership, and communicates effectively across teams.
• High proficiency in Excel.
• Experience with JDE, MRI, Yardi, Oracle accounting software.

About Lincoln Property Company

Lincoln Property Company ("Lincoln") is one of the largest private real estate firms in the United States. It offers a fully integrated platform of real estate services and innovative solutions across the entire real estate lifecycle, including office, life science, retail, industrial, data center, production studio, healthcare, government, universities, and mixed-use properties throughout the US, UK, and Europe. Lincoln manages and leases over 562 million square feet of commercial space and has completed over 164 million square feet of development since 1965, with $19.5 billion currently under construction or in the pipeline. For more information, visit: www.lpc.com.

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