⭐⭐⭐ Property Accountant ⭐⭐⭐
Pay Rate: $70,000-$85,000/year; Based on experience
Location: Troy, NY (On-site)
Experience Required: 5+ years of property or real estate accounting experience
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
Our client in Troy, NY, is seeking an experienced Property Accountant to manage the financial operations of a multi-property portfolio. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role reporting directly to the CFO, offering the opportunity to work closely with leadership while playing a critical role in financial oversight, reporting, and process improvement. This position is best suited for a seasoned accounting professional who is confident, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced real estate environment.
Responsibilities of the Property Accountant will include:
- Manage the full financial accounting for multiple properties within an assigned portfolio
- Prepare monthly financial statements, bank reconciliations, and related supporting schedules
- Oversee cash management, cash flow analysis, and financial projections
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements
- Generate financial and operational reports to support property and executive management
- Lead and manage the annual budgeting process in collaboration with Property and Regional Managers
- Upload and manage budgets and financial data within property management and budgeting systems
- Analyze variances to budget and provide explanations to owners, executives, and management
- Prepare depreciation schedules and review asset activity
- Support new property acquisitions, developments, and transitions into accounting operations
- Provide guidance to Accounts Payable staff and support accounting interns as needed
- Assist with audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting
- Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend efficiencies to leadership
- Prepare ad hoc reports related to cash flow, projections, and management requests
Qualifications for the role of Property Accountant:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive property or real estate accounting experience required
- Experience within property management or real estate strongly preferred
- Familiarity with Entrata (formerly Yardi) a plus, but not required
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related Office applications
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and analytical skills
- Deadline-driven self-starter with strong initiative and organizational skills
- Professional demeanor with strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with accounting, property, and executive teams
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