Jr. Staff Accountant

Position Summary

The Junior Staff Accountant will assist with day-to-day accounting activities, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and property accounting functions. This role is ideal for a recent accounting graduate or early-career professional looking to develop their accounting skills in a dynamic real estate environment. The successful candidate will work closely with senior accountants, property managers, and finance leadership to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries for multiple real estate entities and properties.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes.
• Reconcile bank accounts, tenant security deposits, and general ledger accounts.
• Review and process accounts payable invoices and vendor payments.
• Assist with accounts receivable, tenant billing, rent collections, and cash applications.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Support preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with real estate operating expense reconciliations and CAM recoveries.
• Track fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Coordinate with property management teams regarding accounting inquiries.
• Assist with annual audits, tax preparation, and lender reporting requests.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and internal controls.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and basic formulas.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Internship or experience in real estate, property management, public accounting, or corporate accounting.
• Experience with Yardi, MRI, AppFolio, Entrata, or other property accounting software.
• CPA candidate or interest in pursuing CPA certification.
• Familiarity with real estate accounting concepts, including tenant billing, CAM reconciliations, and property-level financial reporting.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual performance bonus opportunity.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and CPA support opportunities.
• Hybrid work schedule with flexibility.
• Convenient Downtown Los Angeles office location near public transportation.

What You'll Gain

This position offers an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in real estate accounting while working alongside experienced professionals. The Junior Staff Accountant will gain exposure to property accounting, financial reporting, real estate operations, and investment management, creating a clear path for advancement into Staff Accountant and Senior Accountant roles.