Senior Property Accountant

Macdonald & Company is partnered with an established multifamily real estate investment and property management firm in Birmingham to appoint a Senior Property Accountant. This is a senior-level accounting position with responsibility across property-level financial reporting, month-end accounting, asset transitions and accounting systems, alongside the supervision and development of a team of approximately 3–4 Property Accountants. The position reports directly to the VP & Controller. The Role Lead and develop a team of approximately 3–4 Property Accountants. Oversee monthly property accounting and financial reporting across a portfolio of owned and third-party managed multifamily assets. Prepare and review monthly operating statements. Support lender and ownership reporting, including quarterly compliance, annual audits and tax-related requests. Serve as a key accounting contact for property management leadership. Prepare and review cash flow forecasts, including distributable proceeds and operating contributions. Partner with AP and treasury teams to ensure appropriate accounting processes are followed. Oversee accounting transitions for assets entering or exiting management, including system setup, reporting and documentation supporting asset sales. Support accounting system maintenance, implementations and broader accounting initiatives. The Candidate Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline. 10+ years of relevant accounting experience. Multifamily or broader real estate accounting experience is preferred. Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial statements. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Previous experience supervising or developing accounting professionals. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proactive, hands‑on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr