Real Estate Accounting Specialist

Title: Real Estate Accounting Specialist

Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000

Location: Cambridge, MA (Hybrid)

Creative Financial Staffing has partnered with a growing real estate investment and management firm in Cambridge on their search for a Real Estate Accounting Specialist. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with real estate experience to take ownership of key AP and AR functions while joining a stable, collaborative team during an exciting period of portfolio growth.

• Competitive compensation with annual bonus potential
• Hybrid schedule with Wednesdays and Fridays remote
• Supportive, flexible culture with minimal micromanagement
• Join a growing firm ahead of significant portfolio expansion
• Strong work-life balance within a collaborative 10-person accounting team
• Broad exposure across property accounting, tenant billing, AP, and AR

• Manage accounts receivable for multiple real estate portfolios, including tenant billing, collections, and account status reporting
• Communicate directly with tenants and property managers to resolve balances and maintain accurate account information
• Process accounts payable in Yardi, including invoices, check runs, tax payments, and utility payments
• Maintain accurate rent rolls, billing records, and property accounting data
• Support month-end accounting activities and assist with account reconciliations
• Partner with the AP Manager and accounting leadership as the company’s portfolio continues to expand

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of AP, AR, or property accounting experience within real estate
• Strong Yardi experience highly preferred
• Experience with tenant billing, collections, invoice processing, and property manager communication
• Real estate, property management, or commercial leasing experience required
• Self-directed, collaborative, and comfortable working within a flexible, team-oriented environment

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