Property Accountant

About PPL

Project for Pride in Living (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families to become self-reliant through integrated services in housing, employment, and education. We believe in the power of community and the potential of every person. When joining PPL, you become a part of a diverse team whose goal is to assist our residents and communities with the groundwork they need not only to survive but also to thrive.

Position Summary

Join our collaborative accounting team and play a key role in the financial success of a diverse property portfolio. Reporting to the Associate Controller of Property Management, this position is responsible for full-cycle property accounting, including financial reporting, reconciliations, compliance, budgeting support, and performance analysis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain property accounting records in compliance with GAAP
• Prepare journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and financial reports for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
• Analyze budget variances, financial statements, and key performance metrics
• Complete required HUD, MHFA, lender, and regulatory reporting
• Support annual budgeting, audits, and audit workpaper preparation
• Assist with accounting policies, internal controls, and operational procedures, including fixed assets, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and depreciation
• Research and resolve accounting and financial inquiries
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency
• Provide support to the Accounting Manager and Corporate Controller and perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• Understanding of financial statements, general ledgers, trial balances, accounting theory, and accounting software systems
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience working with YARDI or other similar property accounting software

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• 2-5 years financial accounting experience
• Or a combination of education and experience

Why You'll Love Working at PPL

Competitive Pay

• $65,000 - $70,000 annually DOQ/Exempt
• Full-time

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Employer-paid Short- & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• HSA or FSA options
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Work-Life Balance & Perks

• Summer Half-Day Fridays (Memorial Day-Labor Day)

Purpose-Driven Work

• Make a real difference in people's lives and in your community every day

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.