Partnership Accounting Specialist

Partnership Accounting – Specialist

Location:

Onsite – Norfolk, VA Corporate Office

Harbor Group Management Company is a multi-billion dollar real estate investment and property management firm. We are looking for passionate and goal-oriented individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and strong communication skills to support outstanding customer service and an exquisite living experience for our residents.

Harbor Group International (HGI) is a leading global real estate investment and management firm with more than $20 billion in assets under management. HGI invests in and manages diversified property portfolios, including office, retail, and multifamily properties.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a driven individual who can support Partnership Accounting within the Accounting & Finance Department at HGI corporate office. HGI has a multi-tiered partnership structure and the Partnership Accounting team maintains the books and records for the upper-tier fund structure.

• Prepare bank reconciliations for partnership level books.
• Set up new partnership entities and distribution schedules in the accounting system.
• Track and post investor commitments and contributions.
• Assist the manager of Partnership Accounting with reconciling partnership equity and investment balances.
• Assist with research related to property acquisitions and dispositions.
• Assist with running ad hoc reports from various internal software as needed.
• Update existing work papers for CPA firm deliverables.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate’s degree in accounting (or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• 1–2 years of relevant work experience in accounting, accounts payable, and/or the real estate industry.
• Strong oral and written communication, good listening skills, and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage well through ambiguity and complexity.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to assimilate and summarize large quantities of data precisely and succinctly.
• Ability to balance time during busy annual reporting/tax season.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Very strong Excel skills required (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivots, etc.).
• Ability to learn Yardi accounting system; previous experience with Yardi is a plus.

• Beautiful downtown office building offering free, covered parking, a discounted on-site fitness facility, on-site dining, car washing service, dry cleaning pick‑up and delivery, and outside green space with views of the Elizabeth River.
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes an extensive list of health and retirement options.
• An environment that supports learning and development, along with an education assistance program.

This position is based out of the Norfolk, VA corporate office.

Entry level

Full-time

Accounting, Auditing, and Finance

Harbor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Harbor Group Management is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.