Entry Level Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing real estate organization to identify an Entry-Level Accountant. This opportunity is ideal for a recent accounting graduate or an early-career accounting professional seeking to gain hands‑on experience in property accounting, financial reporting, and real estate operations. The selected candidate will work closely with experienced accounting professionals and property management teams to support a portfolio of commercial and residential properties. Responsibilities Assist with the monthly close process for assigned properties, ensuring financial records are accurate and completed within established deadlines Prepare and post journal entries, including recurring entries, accruals, and prepaid expenses Perform monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations Analyze financial variances and help prepare explanations for differences between actual results, budgets, and prior periods Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and related reporting packages Maintain accurate documentation for journal entries, reconciliations, and other accounting transactions Collaborate with property management and operations teams to gather and verify financial data Assist with capital expenditure (CAPEX) and construction-in-progress (CIP) tracking and reporting Monitor cash balances and help coordinate funding requests as needed Participate in annual budgeting and forecasting activities Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation when required Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and increase efficiency Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent accounting experience 1-3 years of accounting experience, including exposure to journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities Internship or prior experience within real estate, property accounting, or commercial real estate environments is a plus Understanding of general ledger accounting principles and basic GAAP concepts Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities High level of accuracy and attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, and pivot tables Experience with accounting or property management software such as Yardi, MRI, or AppFolio is preferred but not required Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment Strong work ethic with a willingness to learn and grow within the accounting field Exposure to a variety of accounting functions and financial reporting activities Collaborative team environment with mentorship and professional development opportunities Opportunity for career growth within a stable and expanding organization Benefit offerings include medical dental vision life insurance short‑term disability additional voluntary benefits EAP program commuter benefits 401K plan Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Paid leave may include: Paid Sick Leave, where required by law any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements #J-18808-Ljbffr