Senior Property Accountant

MANAGER - PROPERTY ACCOUNTING A growing Company is seeking an experienced accountant to handle all aspects of property management accounting. This is an entrepreneurial environment and the ability to multi-task, maintain attention to detail, and meet deadlines is essential. The position reports to the Senior Controller and requires in-office presence four (4) days per week. The office is located in New York City. RESPONSIBILITIES : Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual financial reports for managed properties. Prepare and present quarterly/annual financial results to investors. Ensure all accounts payable and accounts receivable are completed in an accurate and timely manner. Monitor cash daily to ensure that all transactions are properly recorded and adequately funded for upcoming cash requirements. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations. Record monthly principal, escrow and interest payments based on loan statements and ensure that balances are reconciled. Prepare monthly tenant billings including preparation of true-up of CAM and real estate taxes. Monitor major recurring expenses such as payment of utilities and real estate taxes. Calculate monthly distributions and/or preferred return payments to investors. Assist with financial analysis for acquisitions, divestitures and refinancings. Assist with financial statement preparation and year-end audit and tax work papers for outside accountants. Prepare and file Real Property Income and Expense (“RPIE”) statements for NYC jurisdictions. Effectively communicate with other departments to ensure all accounting matters are properly addressed. Assist with special projects as needed. REQUIREMENTS : ~10+ years of accounting experience, preferably (but not required) in the real estate industry. ~ Strong knowledge of Excel is required. ~ Experience with Yardi is preferred but not required. ~ Must be organized, hands-on and detail-oriented with strong interpersonal and communication skills. ~ Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, tenants and external vendors to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving and results.