Property Accountant

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable working in cloud-based property management platforms, managing daily financial activity, and providing responsive support to property owners and tenants. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to core accounting processes while helping maintain accurate records, timely reporting, and reliable transaction oversight.

Responsibilities:

- Manage day-to-day property accounting activities within cloud-based management systems, ensuring transactions are entered accurately and processed on time.

- Record and oversee electronic cash receipts, handle property-related payments, and coordinate owner disbursements as part of daily financial operations.

- Review tenant and owner ledger activity, interpret account details, and respond to questions with clear and accurate information.

- Prepare customized accounting reports and statements for property owners as requested.

- Administer electronic payment workflows by initiating transactions, receiving funds, and maintaining current account information.

- Process security deposit transfers, evaluate move-out financial activity, and help ensure final account balances are accurate.

- Support bank and account reconciliations by identifying discrepancies and assisting with resolution.

- Contribute to year-end close activities, including financial statement preparation and collection of required tax-related documentation.

- Participate in additional accounting assignments and special projects based on business needs

Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in property accounting or a closely related accounting role.

- Working knowledge of month-end close, accrual accounting, general ledger activity, and account reconciliation processes.

- Experience using cloud-based accounting or property management software; familiarity with App Folio is strongly preferred.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.

- Ability to work independently, stay organized, and manage multiple deadlines with minimal supervision.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented approach to customer service.

- Sound judgment, problem-solving ability, and a dependable work style grounded in accountability and integrity.

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