Sr. Accountant Cincinnati, OH

Contract Sr. Accountant

We are looking for a Contract Sr. Accountant to support a real estate development organization in Cincinnati, Ohio. This position will oversee accounting activities for a portfolio of property-related entities, with a focus on accurate reporting, disciplined close processes, and reliable financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong property accounting knowledge, enjoys working across multiple entities, and can manage detailed financial activity with a high degree of independence.

This could be onsite, hybrid or remote.

• Oversee end-to-end accounting for a group of real estate entities, maintaining complete and accurate records for each legal structure.

• Complete monthly cash reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and confirm that bank activity is properly recorded.

• Lead monthly close tasks by preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and finalizing financial results within established timelines.

• Produce financial statements and review results to identify fluctuations, unusual balances, and meaningful performance trends.

• Record and reconcile intercompany activity, ensuring balances are supported and entries are posted correctly.

• Maintain the general ledger for multiple entities by reviewing account activity and resolving variances in a timely manner.

• Monitor lease-related accounting, including rent schedules and adjustments that affect property financial reporting.

• Apply accounting policies and internal controls consistently to support compliance and reporting accuracy across the portfolio.

• Contribute to accounting system improvements and provide support for Yardi-related implementation and optimization efforts.