Senior Property Accountant

Description

The Senior Property Accountant is responsible for the financial reporting for all assigned properties with emphasis on account analysis, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Communication and interaction with property management teams.
• Monitor properties cash position regularly.
• Complete daily and monthly cash reconciliations.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Work with Property & Regional Managers to develop budget variance explanations.
• Create and post adjusting journal entries.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statement packages which include in-depth review of general ledger, and balance sheet & income statement accounts.
• Ensure internal and external reporting deadlines are met.
• Help develop and update Accounting Policies and Procedures
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 5+ years of property accounting experience (multi-family property industry preferred)
• Knowledge of Entrata or other property management software/systems preferred.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification or working towards certification.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Must possess demonstrated effective written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong general math skills.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, planning, and execution skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software; possesses strong general computer skills.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn accounting software/systems.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn Property Management software/systems.
• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish preferred, but not required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver's license required.