Sr. Property Accountant

Position Overview

Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client is currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Property Accountant to join their dynamic team in Georgia. This is a contract-to-hire role. The ideal candidate will manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of multifamily properties and ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of multifamily properties.
• Prepare monthly financial statements (accrual basis) for assigned properties.
• Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations with supporting schedules, including:
  • Bank accounts
  • A/R and A/P subledgers
  • Security deposits
  • Prepaids and accruals
  • Taxes, insurance, and escrow accounts
  • Mortgage and debt-related balances
• Reconcile rent rolls to the general ledger, ensuring accurate resident accounting.
• Review and analyze budget vs. actual variances and research discrepancies.
• Record and reconcile all banking and ACH activity, ensuring accuracy of on-site deposits.
• Maintain and update recurring accrual schedules (utilities, taxes, insurance, etc.).
• Monitor and reconcile security deposit activity, including transfers and compliance tracking.
• Review invoices and expenses for proper coding and accuracy.
• Partner with property managers and on-site teams to resolve accounting issues.
• Support audit requests and annual financial reviews, including preparation of supporting schedules.
• Maintain organized documentation for all reconciliations and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of multifamily property accounting experience (required).
• Strong proficiency in Yardi, MRI, Entrata, or comparable property accounting systems.
• Deep experience with:
  • Full-cycle property accounting
  • Monthly close processes
  • Balance sheet reconciliations
• Experience with HUD, USDA, or other regulated multifamily properties is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple properties simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with property management teams.

Required Work Hours

Monday - Friday, during standard business hours.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.