Senior Property Accountant

Location: Lakeside

Title:

Senior Commercial Property Accountant
Company:  Commercial Real Estate Investment Firm
Compensation:  $100K - $125K/yr

Location:

La Jolla, CA
• On-site
Overview
Our client, a private commercial real estate investment firm, is looking for an experienced Senior Property Accountant to oversee financial operations across a diverse portfolio of properties. This hands-on role works closely with senior leadership and serves as a key point of contact for property accounting matters.

Key Responsibilities
General Ledger & Financial Reporting

• Manage full accounting cycle for multiple properties and related entities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP

• Perform month-end closings, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries

• Produce Budget vs. Actual reports with detailed commentary on key financial metrics

• Oversee treasury operations, monitor cash balances, and execute payments

• Maintain lease data in accounting system, including new leases and amendments

• Calculate and bill Percentage Rent based on lease terms and tenant data

• Conduct year-end reconciliations and ensure accurate allocation of expenses

• Ensure timely posting of tenant charges, including adjustments

• Manage full Accounts Payable workflow and ensure timely vendor payments

• Track project-related allowances and process draw requests

• Maintain tax and payment schedules to avoid penalties

• Serve as financial point of contact for tenant inquiries

• Process receipts and oversee Accounts Receivable aging reports

• Handle manual payments and off-cycle processing as needed
Qualifications
Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)

• 5+ years of progressive commercial property accounting experience

• Experience managing full-cycle accounting for multiple properties

• Advanced proficiency in property accounting software (e.g., Yardi Voyager)

• Knowledge of retail lease structures, Percentage Rent, and common lease clauses

• Microsoft Excel proficient for analysis and reconciliations

• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and identify trends

• Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative office environment

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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