Real Estate Staff Accountant, Cincinnati, Oh

Overview

JOB TITLE: Real Estate Staff Accountant
DIVISION: Accounting & Finance
REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Director of Property Accounting

We are seeking a Real Estate Staff Accountant to join the accounting team to process cash receipts, perform bank reconciliations, support month-end close, maintain the general ledger, prepare investor compliance materials, and assist with ad hoc projects as needed.

This role is an essential part of the accounting function and provides support across multiple areas of the department. A positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently are critical. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with a drive to solve problems and continuously improve processes.

• Process cash receipts
• Perform bank reconciliations
• Review and maintain the general ledger
• Complete monthly property expense allocations
• Record tenant charges
• Perform month-end close activities
• Produce accurate and timely financial statements for all properties
• Maintain clean and organized supporting documentation for reconciling items, including follow-up and corrective action
• Prepare replacement reserve requests
• Calculate management fees in accordance with property management agreements
• Assist with property compliance reporting
• Support the annual operating budget and forecasting processes
• Assist with audit work papers and annual audit preparation

• Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 1-2 years of accounting experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Yardi or similar property management accounting software preferred