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Property Accountant

$61.09k - $76.37k

The Inland Real Estate Group LLC

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Property Accountant to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations of an assigned portfolio of residential and commercial properties. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build a career in real estate accounting while gaining exposure to property operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and audit support.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and complete monthly property close workbooks, including:
    • Real estate taxes
    • Common Area Maintenance (CAM)
    • Insurance
    • Rental income and other property revenues
    • Property operating expenses
  • Review and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts to ensure transactions are recorded accurately.
  • Investigate account fluctuations and identify key financial drivers.
  • Prepare and record journal entries, including accruals related to:
    • Contracts
    • Work orders
    • Capital projects
    • Unpaid expenditures
    • Utilities
  • Review and approve invoices through the accounts payable system.
  • Assist with the preparation of annual operating budgets.
  • Serve as the primary accounting contact for assigned properties and proactively address accounting-related questions.
  • Process and monitor general ledger reclassifications as needed.
  • Prepare audit workpapers for quarterly reviews and year-end audits.
  • Support external auditors by providing requested documentation and sample selections.
  • Perform additional accounting and financial reporting duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Required Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
Experience
  • 0-2 years of accounting experience, preferably within property accounting, real estate, or a related industry.
Technical Skills
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience using accounting software and financial systems.
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Professional Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
Why Join Us?
  • Gain hands-on experience with both residential and commercial real estate portfolios.
  • Work alongside experienced accounting and real estate professionals.
  • Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Exposure to budgeting, financial reporting, and audit processes.
Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to delivering financial excellence across a diverse real estate portfolio.

Annual Base Salary Range: $61,094 - $76,367. This position is eligible to participate in the company's annual discretionary bonus program.


Inland offers a competitive range of benefits for eligible Full-time employees:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (PPO)
  • Participation in the company 401(k) plan with a company match
  • Vacation Time, Nine Paid Holidays, Three floating holidays per year
  • Sick time
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunity
  • Company-paid life insurance equaling your annual base salary
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Paid Parental Leave

This position is eligible as an internal promotion opportunity.

To learn more about the Benefits Inland offers its employees please click the link to learn more.

As part of our commitment to an efficient and consistent hiring experience, The Inland Real Estate Group, LLC and its affiliated companies ("Inland") may utilize artificial intelligence ("AI") or automated technologies to assist in certain aspects of the recruitment and hiring process, including resume review and candidate screening. AI-enabled tools are used to support hiring decisions and are not used as the sole basis for employment decisions. All employment decisions are reviewed and made by qualified Inland professionals.


We are a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment background checks and drug screening are conducted for all new hires in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.


Inland is committed to equal employment opportunity and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color,


religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We do not use AI or any selection tools in a manner that results in unlawful discrimination based on any protected characteristic.


If you require a reasonable accommodation or an alternative method of assessment during any stage of the recruiting process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at View email address on click.appcast.io .


Where required by applicable law, Inland will provide additional disclosures and obtain any necessary consent before using certain AI-enabled technologies. Candidates may request additional information regarding Inland's use of AI in the hiring process at any time.


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