Property Accountant - Creative Financial Staffing

Introduction

We are a specialized asset management company with a focus on multi-family and senior communities across different regions. Our commitment to delivering exceptional service and unique experiences to residents sets us apart

Job Summary

We are in search of a meticulous and highly motivated Property Accountant to join our team. This role involves providing accounting support for various active real estate multi-family housing projects and reporting directly to the Controller.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end accounting tasks across multiple entities.
  
• Demonstrate adeptness with the general ledger, encompassing the preparation and posting of journal entries.
  
• Analyze and assemble financial information into diverse statements, including Trial Balance, Balance Sheet, and Income Statement.
  
• Collaborate with on-site property managers to facilitate pre-close and month-end close activities, ensuring the timely completion of accounting processes.
  
• Provide essential accounting support to on-site managers and staff.
  
• Monitor available cash, report balances, and update information as necessary.
  
• Conduct bank account reconciliations with a keen focus on accuracy.
  
• Prepare replacement reserve requests and coordinate funding with financial institutions.
  
• Reconcile petty cash and other general accounts payable, confirming adherence to approval workflow.
  
• Review final account statements meticulously and process security deposit refunds promptly.
  
• Ensure compliance with income and expense budgeting, generating monthly variance reports.
  
• Assist in the year-end audit by collaborating with external auditors, offering timely research data.
  
• Handle year-end responsibilities, including the meticulous preparation of 1099s.
  
• Manage general office duties, incorporating effective filing systems.
  
• Contribute actively to various ad-hoc projects as directed by the accounting team.

Experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned duties.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred experience with RealPage Accounting & OneSite.
• Previous multifamily back-office accounting experience is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field of study.