Job Openings Senior Property Accountant

About the job Senior Property Accountant

Job title: Senior Property Accountant

Type of employment: Full-time


High level summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Senior Property Accountant to join our team. This role will report directly to the Controller and is responsible for full-cycle property accounting, including complex transactions such as acquisitions, dispositions, capital activity, and investor distributions.

This is not a transactional role. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong critical thinking, ownership of financial accuracy, and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies independently. The candidate should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment and be proactive in improving processes and controls.

About the Company:

Founded in 2015, we are a fully integrated commercial real estate investment firm specializing in the acquisition, (re)development and management of retail shopping centers, industrial warehouses, and various other commercial property types throughout Florida, with a historical investment footprint across the US.

Headquartered in Orlando, FL, our portfolio currently spans 50+/- properties and encompasses 800,000+ square feet of space with over $200MM AUM. Operating with a lean team, we are a team of entrepreneurs who are good at what we do and love doing it.

Company core values:

  • Lead by Example - We hold ourselves to the highest standards, ensuring our conduct serves as a blueprint for the principles we teach and the partnerships we build.

  • Ownership Mindset - We manage every asset as if it were our own. This sense of stewardship drives us to handle every detail with precision, from day-to-day operations to long-term capital

  • Integrity-Driven Results - We define our success by the outcomes we deliver. By combining detailed underwriting with proactive management, we ensure that every decision is grounded in transparency and ethical responsibility.

  • Collaborative Partnership - We believe in the power of shared vision. Through open communication and a commitment to mutual success, we build lasting relationships that extend far beyond a single transaction.

Objective of this role:

  • We believe in the power of shared vision. Through open communication and a commitment to mutual success, we build lasting relationships that extend far beyond a single transaction.

Responsibilities:

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts; prepare and review journal entries

  • Own full month-end close process with strong self-review and variance analysis

  • Prepare financial statement packages with supporting schedules and explanations

  • Identify discrepancies and proactively resolve issues before review

Capital & Transaction Accounting

  • Record equity contributions and distributions, including investor allocations

  • Prepare and record acquisition and disposition entries, including gain/loss calculations

  • Prepare Construction Draw Funding entries

  • Understand and account for 1031 exchange transactions

  • Record and track intercompany activity and capital structures

Accounts Receivable & Tenant Analysis

  • Review tenant ledgers and identify discrepancies, unapplied cash, or missing payments

  • Investigate tenant disputes and reconcile balances with supporting documentation

  • Ensure accurate billing and revenue recognition

Accounts Payable

  • Oversee AP and AR processes; review entries for proper coding and accuracy.

  • Identify and resolve discrepancies in AP transactions; perform necessary reconciliations.

  • Process recurring financial transactions such as debt service, real estate taxes, and utility payments.

  • Calculate and maintain Management/Acquisition Fee schedules for

Property-Level Accounting & Operations

  • Lead CAM reconciliations and validate accuracy of recoveries

  • Ensure lease terms are accurately reflected in financial reporting

  • Monitor property-level financial performance and identify variances

  • Track and record intercompany transactions, wire fees, and bank charges.

Management Fee Calculation Billing & Tracking

  • Calculate and prepare management fess I accordance with PM agreements,

  • Ensure accuracy of fee structure and the supporting calculations across managed entities.

  • Coordinate internal review and approval prior to posting

  • Record and upload management fee charges in Yardi at the property level.

  • Maintain supporting documentation for audit and reconciliation purposes.

Debt & Asset Management Support

  • Maintain loan schedules and record financing activity

  • Record deferred financing costs and amortization

  • Support asset management with financial analysis and reporting

Process Improvements & Controls

  • Identify inefficiencies and propose process improvements

  • Develop and update SOPs to improve accuracy and consistency

  • Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies

Reporting & Compliance

  • Prepare cash reports and support investor reporting requirements

  • Assist with audits and tax support as needed

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies

Required skills and qualifications:

  • 5–8 years of experience in property accounting or real estate accounting

  • Strong proficiency in Yardi (required)

  • Advanced Excel skills

  • Strong understanding of GAAP and real estate accounting concepts

  • Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, and capital activity

  • Ability to think critically and solve problems independently

  • Strong attention to detail with a high level of accountability

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

Milestone Timeline

First 30 Days – Integration & Orientation

  • Complete onboarding and system training

  • Review property financials and identify initial discrepancies

  • Understand capital structures and reporting requirements

By Day 60 – Independent Execution

  • Own month-end close for assigned properties

  • Begin handling capital activity and transaction entries

  • Identify and communicate process improvement opportunities

By Day 90 – Ownership & Accuracy

  • Fully manage assigned portfolio with minimal oversight

  • Perform detailed variance analysis and provide explanations

  • Support acquisition/disposition accounting

By Day 120 – Strategic Contributor

  • Lead complex transactions and reporting

  • Improve processes and documentation

  • Serve as a key resource to the Controller and team