Real Estate Accounting Manager

Highbridge Property Management; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Health and dental insurance

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Opportunities for training and professional growth

Collaborative team culture

Opportunities for community involvement

Job summary

A leading property management firm is seeking a detail-oriented Real Estate Accounting Manager in Schenectady, NY. This role involves managing financial operations, lease compliance, and providing tax support. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of experience in real estate accounting. The firm offers health insurance, paid holidays, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in real estate or property management accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and budgeting.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage property accounting and oversee month-end close.
• Collaborate with leadership for lease compliance.
• Monitor and analyze occupancy expenses.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Invoicing

Tax support

Lease accounting standards

Sage 300 accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Education

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

Tools

Sage 300 accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented Real Estate Accounting Manager to join our small, collaborative team. This role focuses on managing the financial operations of our commercial property portfolio and supporting development initiatives as needed. You will report directly to the CFO while working closely with our Director of Operations to ensure financial accuracy and efficiency. This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive professional who excels in environments requiring meticulous organization and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of property accounting, including lease administration, rent, common area maintenance, real estate taxes, and occupancy costs, while overseeing month‑end close, account reconciliations, and journal entries related to property and lease accounting.
• Collaborate with leadership, operations, and external partners to ensure lease compliance and proper financial reporting.
• Monitor and analyze occupancy expenses, identifying opportunities for cost control and efficiency, while assisting in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis related to property and occupancy costs.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and relevant lease accounting standards, and support external audit requirements by preparing documentation and providing explanations as needed.
• Handle tenant invoicing, rent collection, and credit memos to maintain steady cash flow, while tracking payments and bills to ensure accurate records and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Assist the CFO with tax preparation, documentation, and filings for properties.
• Oversee LLC registrations and renewals to keep all entities current and compliant.
• Monitor insurance compliance for properties, tenants, and vendors to support risk management.
• Maintain general ledger accounts, prepare financial statements, and perform reconciliations for multiple properties, while using property management and accounting software to streamline processes and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification is a plus but not required.
• 3‑5 years of experience in real estate or property management accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, invoicing, tax support, and lease accounting standards.
• Proficiency in Sage 300 accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize in a small‑team, fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for working with team members, tenants, vendors, and external partners.
• Knowledge of real estate contracts, LLC management, and regulatory compliance is preferred.
• Proactive, team‑oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and problem‑solving.
• Exceptional attention to detail, particularly in record‑keeping, tracking, and maintaining highly organized financial systems.

What We Offer

• Weekly direct deposit.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Opportunities for training and professional growth in a supportive environment.
• A tight‑knit, collaborative team culture where your contributions make a difference.
• Opportunities for community involvement and volunteer work.