Property Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

We have a need for a Property Accountant with a minimum of 3 years experience, and a preference for real estate or property management experience. A strong proficiency in property management software (i.e. Yardi) is preferred. The ideal candidate will be a self starter and able to meet month end reporting schedules in a fast-paced setting. 

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Yardi Voyager and Property Management accountants highly desired.
• Professionalism as well as excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• High School Diploma / Degree in Accounting * Client service oriented * Strong analytical skills a must * 10-key by touch, MS Word, MS Excel, and Outlook * Confident, proactive, and assertive * Exceptional organizational skills *Experience performing full cycle accounting and month end close * Ability to work efficiently and accurately with the ability to prioritize and maintain strong follow-up skills
  

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements for assigned engagements, using knowledge of chart of accounts, trial balance, journal entry processing
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of daily revenue reporting and financial records
• Accounts Payable, ensuring invoices are valid, coded correctly, have appropriate approvals and vendors are paid on a timely basis
• General Ledger and reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts each month
• Monthly bank reconciliations as well as daily Treasury Management duties at various banks/ property accounts
• Monthly accruals
• Prepare prepaid expenses and associated monthly journal entries
• Assist with analysis of Financial Statements to budget and ensure variances and / or extraordinary expenses are identified and explained
• Assist with cash projection and funding requests
• Determine status of both real and personal property taxes, making sure payments are timely
• Work with Controller on a daily basis for property cash management and all other issues
• Prepare all necessary compliance reporting. 

Additional Responsibilities

Depending on the specific engagement, responsibilities may also include:

• Primary contact for assigned engagements where a 3rd party management company is being utilized
• Ensure the timely completion of Month End and release of final financials for every property per the reporting schedule and lender requirements
• Ensure bank reconciliation by 3rd party accounting service providers are done and are correct
• Initiate wires, transfers, and ACH’s as needed
• Work with Controller to ensure timely setup of operating, MM and security deposit bank accounts
• Managing of on-line banking for assigned properties
• Assist Controller with audit/tax requirements
• Assist in preparation of annual audits
• Prep year end accounting and all required compliance reporting for various governmental entities
• Prepare monthly statements for assigned commercial property tenants.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $70,000-$100,000 annually (DOE)

Benefits:  Paid time off, health benefits, and 401(k)

Location:  We are located in Carlsbad, CA and have an outstanding team of dedicated professionals.