Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is a growing real estate company, and they are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Property Accountant to take ownership of the day-to-day accounting operations across a residential real estate portfolio. The ideal candidate brings experience in a small or family-owned business environment, understands the importance of agility and relationship-driven work, and is well-versed in Fair Housing Laws and real estate accounting practices.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate, timely, and in compliance with GAAP and real estate accounting standards.

· Manage month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.

· Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements for internal stakeholders.

· Utilize Yardi accounting software to manage property financials, generate reports, and support operational workflows.

· Perform Yardi system administrator role and resolve tech support issues.

· Ensure all accounting activities and tenant-related financial processes adhere to Fair Housing Laws and applicable real estate regulations.

· Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.

· Manage daily cash flow and bank account review.

· Handle mortgage payments and real estate tax payments.

· Collaborate with the external CPA firm on tax preparation, financial reviews, and compliance-related matters.

· Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.

· Assist with lease administration and review for accounting impact; update all units, market rents, and availability.

· Track and record tenant deposits; manage tenant set-up and close-out in Yardi.

· Issue deposit refunds and process collections.

· Process annual 1099s and support year-end close across multiple entities.

· Oversee weekly Accounts Payable function, manage and distribute funds for the payables process, and review payables for accuracy.

· Make electronic payments to vendors and contractors on a weekly and bi-weekly basis.

· Handle all payroll-related functions and processing of bi-weekly payroll through ADP.

· Ensure compliance with state filings and property-related financial obligations.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

· 3–5 years of progressive accounting, experience, preferably in real estate

· Hands-on experience with Yardi accounting software (required)

· Hands-on experience with ADP payroll processing software

· Working knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and real estate financial regulations

· Prior experience in a small or family-owned business environment strongly preferred

· Strong knowledge of GAAP and general ledger functions

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

· Experience with Fair Housing Laws

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Company Description

Real People. Real Connections. Real Results.\r\n\r\nThat's the Messina Talent Advantage.\r\n\r\nFor more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations.\r\n\r\nMessina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.