Senior Property Accountant

Guardian Properties, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A multifamily investment firm is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to manage the full accounting cycle for multiple properties. The role involves preparing financial statements and ensuring compliance with GAAP. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of property accounting experience, a Bachelor's degree, and proficiency in relevant accounting software. Competitive salary and benefits offered in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of property accounting experience, with at least 3 years focused on multifamily real estate.
• Ability to manage and review offshore team members or third-party accounting resources.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of multifamily properties.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and variance analyses.
• Reconcile balance sheets and bank statements.
• Process journal entries and fixed-asset entries.
• Assist with budgeting and audit support.

Skills

Property accounting experience

GAAP principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

AppFolio

QuickBooks

Yardi

Job description

Senior Property Accountant

Company: Guardian Properties, a Proper Company

Location: Hybrid – Bethesda, MD (open to candidates in Chicago, IL or Boca Raton, FL)

Reports to: Controller

Base pay range

$75,000 – $95,000 per year

Compensation includes a 10% bonus based on performance.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

About Guardian Properties

Guardian Properties, part of the Proper family of companies, is a fast‑growing multifamily investment and property management firm focused on value‑add assets across key U.S. markets. We combine hands‑on operational expertise with data‑driven financial oversight to maximize performance and long‑term value for investors and residents alike.

About the Role

The Senior Property Accountant will manage the full accounting cycle for a portfolio of 10–15 multifamily properties (~1,000 units). The role encompasses journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and month‑end close while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to GAAP.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform full‑cycle accounting for a portfolio of multifamily properties, including general ledger, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and accruals.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and supporting schedules for 10–15 properties.
• Manage and review offshore accounting resources, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Reconcile balance sheets, bank statements, and intercompany accounts on a monthly basis.
• Review rent rolls, property management reports, and operating statements to ensure consistency with accounting records.
• Process journal entries, fixed‑asset entries, and adjustments in accordance with GAAP.
• Monitor property‑level cash flows and coordinate funding requests with asset management.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit support as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, lender requirements, and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve accounting efficiency.

Requirements

• 5+ years of property accounting experience, with at least 3 years focused on multifamily real estate.
• Strong understanding of full‑cycle property accounting and GAAP principles.
• Proficiency in AppFolio preferred; experience with Yardi or similar property accounting systems accepted.
• Experience using QuickBooks is a plus.
• Ability to manage and review offshore team members or third‑party accounting resources.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and capable of meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain accountability in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA or progress toward CPA designation a plus but not required.

Who You Are

• A self‑starter with a strong work ethic and commitment to accuracy.
• Detail‑driven but able to maintain focus on deadlines and priorities.
• Hands‑on and resourceful, comfortable managing multiple entities and balancing competing needs.
• Tech‑savvy and process‑minded, with an eye for efficiency.
• A team player who takes pride in producing reliable, high‑quality work.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑growth, value‑add multifamily portfolio within a tech‑forward organization.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture that values accountability and autonomy.
• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
• Exposure to both the operations and investment sides of multifamily real estate.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Collaborative, high‑performance team environment.