Property Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

Our West Harbor Team is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced  Property Accountant to join our real estate team in San Pedro, CA. This role is responsible for managing the financial reporting and accounting functions for a portfolio of commercial and residential properties. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of real estate accounting, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Managing the day-to-day accounting, such as journal entries, reviewing AP and AR accounts.

- Prepare and analyze accrual and cash financial statements for multiple properties

- Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process including review of account reconciliation and general ledger.

- Ensure timely delivery and accurate financial reports to lenders/owners.

- Prepare/maintain supporting schedules for the financial statements.

- Maintain general ledgers and ensure accuracy of all financial transactions.

- Strong knowledge of commercial lease administration and percentage rent.

- Strong knowledge of CAM estimates/reconciliations.

- Utilize Yardi software for property management and accounting tasks.

- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

- Coordinate with property managers to resolve financial discrepancies.

- Support external audits and tax preparation processes.

- Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Minimum 3 years of accounting experience preferable in real estate/property management

Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting

Proficiency with Yardi preferred

Advance proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines.