Senior Property Accountant

Talently; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Talently, a rapidly growing real estate investment and management company, is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage month-end close for a diversified residential portfolio in Dallas. You will handle journal entries, reconciliations, and asset records while ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting.

You will collaborate with property and asset management teams to resolve issues, support audits, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, including property accounting exposure.
• Proficient in US GAAP and month-end close processes.
• Strong general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet maintenance.
• Proficient with Excel; experience with ERP systems NetSuite and Yardi.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end close process for an assigned portfolio, including journal entries and accruals.
• Prepare and review property financial statements, general ledger activity, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Reconcile bank accounts, cash activity, and tenant receivables for accurate reporting.
• Apply lease accounting under ASC 842 and revenue recognition under ASC 606 where applicable.
• Maintain fixed asset records including capitalization, disposals, depreciation, and related GL reconciliations.
• Collaborate with property management and asset management to resolve accounting issues and support portfolio performance.
• Assist with annual audits, tax support, and other compliance requirements.
• Support process improvements, accounting system enhancements, and special projects.

Skills

US GAAP

Month-end close

General Ledger

Journal Entries

Reconciliations

Balance Sheet

Excel

NetSuite

Yardi

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Yardi

Job description

About the Real Estate Company / The Opportunity:

Join a rapidly growing real estate investment and management company focused on acquiring, operating, and optimizing a diverse residential portfolio. Backed by an experienced leadership team, the organization leverages technology, data-driven decision making, and operational excellence to drive long-term portfolio performance. With a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a high-growth environment that values ownership, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the month-end close process for an assigned portfolio, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and review property financial statements, general ledger activity, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Reconcile bank accounts, cash activity, and tenant receivables while ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Apply lease accounting under ASC 842 and revenue recognition guidance under ASC 606, as applicable.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including capitalizations, disposals, depreciation, and related general ledger reconciliations.
• Partner with property management and asset management teams to resolve accounting issues and support portfolio performance.
• Assist with annual audits, tax support, and other compliance requirements.
• Support process improvements, accounting system enhancements, and special projects as needed.

Must-Have Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, with exposure to property accounting.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and month-end close procedures.
• Strong experience with general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet maintenance.
• Proficiency with Excel and experience using ERP/accounting systems such as NetSuite and Yardi.
• Experience maintaining fixed asset records and recording monthly depreciation.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Property Accounting experience
• Working knowledge of US GAAP
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheets
• Advanced Excel experience
• Experience using ERP/accounting systems such as NetSuite and Yardi
• Strong numeracy, analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
• Familiarity with resident-facing operations and collaboration with property management teams.