Senior Client Accountant

Korn Ferry; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate firm seeks a Senior Client Accountant in Houston. The role involves overseeing accounting for third-party commercial properties, emphasizing financial reporting and client communication. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience and proficiency in MRI and Yardi systems. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule with a competitive salary and full benefits.

Benefits

Full benefits package

20 PTO days annually

Hybrid schedule: 2 days in-office, 3 days work-from-home

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of commercial property accounting experience.
• Third-party property management accounting background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees full-cycle accounting for medical and commercial properties.
• Supports financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and client communications.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Organizational

Communication

Interpersonal

Tools

MRI

Yardi

Job description

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Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

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Company Overview:

• A privately held, full-service commercial real estate firm offering a broad range of integrated services including property management, agency leasing, tenant advisory, capital markets, and research
• With a presence in over 30 U.S. cities, this company operates nationally through multiple regional hubs – Houston is one of its most established markets
• The company has been recognized as one of Houston’s “Best Places to Work” for the past 22 consecutive years, which reflects its outstanding commitment to culture, flexibility, and employee retention
• The company places strong emphasis on professional development, collaboration, and long-term career growth. Employees benefit from exceptional leadership, meaningful mentorship, and a truly people-first work environment
• The Houston Client Accounting team exemplifies the company’s values through its structured processes, team-based culture, and strong communication standards — all contributing to long tenures and high job satisfaction

Role Summary:

• Reports to an Accounting Manager on the Houston Client Accounting team
• Focused exclusively on third-party commercial property management accounting
• Oversees full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of medical and commercial office properties
• Supports financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, variance analysis, and client communications

Team Structure:

• Reports to one of four Accounting Managers under the Houston Controller
• Works alongside a team of 20–25 accounting professionals in a collaborative, tight-knit environment
• Strong emphasis on communication, accountability, and internal compliance standards

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Minimum of 3-5+ years of commercial property accounting experience
• Third-party property management accounting background strongly preferred
• MRI and Yardi system experience is highly valued/needed
• Must be detail-oriented, analytical, and highly organized with the ability to follow process-driven accounting workflows
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset
• $75k-$90k Base, 10% Bonus
• Full benefits package
• Hybrid schedule: 2 days in-office, 3 days work-from-home
• 20 PTO days annually, in addition to holidays and sick days

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Financial Services and Real Estate

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