Senior Property Accountant

Larson Financial Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with match

Job summary

Larson Capital Management, LLC is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to join our team and lead financial operations for a diverse property portfolio. This role focuses on accurate reporting, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to support strategic goals.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of accounting experience, with 3+ years in property or real estate accounting, and strong GAAP knowledge. Proficiency in Yardi or MRI and advanced Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in property or real estate accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and real estate accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Yardi, MRI, or similar platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Experience with financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department for multiple properties.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and ensure all accounting entries are accurate and timely.
• Analyze financial information and summarize the financial status of properties.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements.
• Collaborate with property management teams to support and improve financial performance.
• Monitor and report on variances from the established budget, and the reasons for those variances.
• Perform internal audits and implement necessary internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff, ensuring development and adherence to company policies.
• Assist with the preparation for external audits and liaise with auditors as needed.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures for the property management portfolio.
• Work with tax professionals to ensure timely and accurate tax filings.
• Review and approve all property-related invoices and payments.
• Implement and maintain systems for cost-reduction initiatives.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Property accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Excel

Job description

Larson Capital Management, LLC is seeking a experienced Senior Property Accountant to join our dynamic team!

As the Senior Property Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in managing financial operations for our diverse property portfolio. As a key contributor, you will oversee and ensure accurate financial reporting, drive process improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic business goals.

This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to make a significant impact within a thriving company.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department for multiple properties.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and ensure all accounting entries are accurate and timely.
• Analyze financial information and summarize the financial status of properties.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements.
• Collaborate with property management teams to support and improve financial performance.
• Monitor and report on variances from the established budget, and the reasons for those variances.
• Perform internal audits and implement necessary internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff, ensuring development and adherence to company policies.
• Assist with the preparation for external audits and liaise with auditors as needed.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures for the property management portfolio.
• Work with tax professionals to ensure timely and accurate tax filings.
• Review and approve all property-related invoices and payments.
• Implement and maintain systems for cost-reduction initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in property or real estate accounting
• Strong understanding of GAAP and real estate accounting principles
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Yardi, MRI, or similar platforms
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP
• Experience with financial statement preparation and analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with budget preparation and variance analysis
• Knowledge of property management systems and operations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits and Compensation –

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, annual performance bonus, and meaningful long-term incentive participation. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and other firm-specific benefits.