Property Accountant

Property Accountant – Residential Real Estate Portfolio

Location: New York, NY |
Compensation: $85,000–$95,000/year |
Employment Type: Full-time

Right Person. Right Seat. Right Results.

Equal Access is partnering with a premier real estate management firm with a diverse portfolio of residential properties across New York City. The organization is known for its operational excellence, financial discipline, and long-standing commitment to affordable and market-rate housing. We are seeking an experienced Property Accountant to support the accuracy and performance of financial reporting for a multi-site residential portfolio.

We are hiring a Property Accountant responsible for full-cycle accounting and reporting across a portfolio of residential properties. The ideal candidate will have strong financial analysis skills, hands-on experience with monthly closes, and comfort navigating property-level reporting systems. This is a critical role focused on ensuring the accuracy of monthly financial statements, reconciliations, and compliance deliverables.

• Perform full month-end close for multiple properties, including internal and external financial reporting
• Review daily banking transactions and update records for accuracy
• Reconcile general ledger accounts for assigned properties
• Record monthly wires, debt service, escrow activity, and reserve account transactions
• Reconcile bank accounts, including tenant security accounts
• Prepare year-end journal entries and compile audit and tax support documentation
• Support property tax compliance processes, including RPIE filings, certiorari applications, and tax petitions
• Assist with ad hoc financial projects and reporting as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an accounting role (property management preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of Yardi software
• Experience with tax credit (LIHTC) properties is a plus
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines effectively

Location: New York, NY

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