Property Accountant

Job Description

Property Accountant

Who: An accounting professional with at least 3 years of experience applying GAAP in property or financial accounting.
What: Perform full-cycle accounting including reconciliations, journal entries, reporting, budget support, and audit assistance.
When: Immediate full-time opportunity.
Where: Houston, TX.
Why: Join a respected real estate organization offering strong career growth, robust benefits, and performance-based bonus opportunities.
Office Environment: Professional, collaborative, and fast-paced with cross-team communication.
Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus eligibility for performance-based bonuses.

Position Overview:
The Property Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance by managing journal entries, reconciliations, and budget support for a property portfolio. This role requires analytical skills, GAAP knowledge, and the ability to partner with property managers and auditors to deliver timely, high-quality reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compile and analyze financial data for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Review and reconcile budgets, revenues, expenses, payroll entries, and invoices.
• Perform bank reconciliations, wire transfers, and ensure timely mortgage payments and distributions.
• Support property acquisitions, dispositions, closings, and funding transactions.
• Partner with internal and external auditors, providing documentation and explanations.
• Communicate with property managers to support pre-close and close activities.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and expenditure control.
• Complete ad hoc reports and financial analyses as requested.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience with strong GAAP knowledge.
• Proficiency in accounting and property management systems (Yardi, One Site, etc.).
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and database management.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management abilities.
• Self-directed, motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Benefits:

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance options (including free basic employee-only coverage).
• 15 days vacation, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually (plus birthday off after 1 year).
• 401(k) with company match up to 6% after 6 months.
• Paid parental leave and lifetime fertility benefit reimbursement up to $10,000.
• 6-week paid sabbatical after 10 years, then every 5 years thereafter.
• Onsite housing discounts (for eligible onsite roles).
• Comprehensive wellness and support programs including EAP, accident, critical illness, and pet insurance.
• Charitable giving programs and community involvement opportunities.

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.