Property Accountant III- Finance

Property Accountant III - Finance

Employer:

Jewish Association for Services for the Aged

Location:

New York, New York

Salary:
Competitive

Closing date:
Sep 1, 2026

Work Mode:
Hybrid

Employment Type:

Full Time

Organization Type:
Non-profit

Certifications:

CPM / CAPM – Certified Project Manager / Associate Project Manager

Shift

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

As a Property Accountant III, you will take ownership of all aspects of general ledger analysis and play a foundational role in budget preparation. You will ensure the financial integrity of our housing portfolio by performing high-level variance analysis, managing month-end accruals, and collaborating closely with the Housing Finance Manager to oversee critical fund transfers.

• Meaningful Impact:
  Directly support the financial health of the housing programs that provide safe, affordable homes for NYC seniors.
• Senior
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work as a key partner to the Housing Finance Manager and senior leadership.
• Professional Growth:
  Manage complex financial portfolios within a mission-focused environment that values expertise and precision.

You will be responsible for the accuracy and transparency of the general ledger, transforming raw financial data into actionable insights for the organization.

• General Ledger Mastery:
  Record all month-end accruals and general journal entries; identify and reclassify miscoded transactions to ensure reporting accuracy.
• Variance Analysis:
  Provide a detailed monthly analysis of budget-to-actual variances for all revenue and expense accounts.
• Reconciliation & Oversight:
  Perform rigorous general ledger reconciliation and account analysis; prepare daily cash reports to maintain liquidity oversight.
• Housing Finance Operations:
  Partner with the Housing Finance Manager to execute timely transfers for mortgages, excess income, replacement reserves, and service coordinator funds.
• Reporting & Budgeting:
  Lead the preparation of monthly financial reporting packages and provide essential support during the annual budget preparation cycle.
• Special Projects:
  Spearhead special financial projects and assist the Housing Finance Manager with specialized reporting as required.

• Education:
  
  BS in Accounting or a related financial field.
• Experience:
  
  At least two years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in property management or nonprofit sectors.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Gmail. Real Page accounting experience is strongly preferred.
• Project Management:
  Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects and meet strict monthly deadlines.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and strong professional communication (written and oral).

• Health & Wellness:
  Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus Employee Wellness Programs and an EAP.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with Roth option and an employer-funded pension.
• Generous Time Off:
  Four weeks of vacation, plus holidays, floating holidays, and sick days.
• Work Style:
  Flexible hybrid work environment and professional development opportunities.

JASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.

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