Property Accountant

Position: Property Accountant

Location: Bergen County, NJ

Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days from home)

Start Date: ASAP

Interviews: 2 round max,

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). 

Compensation: $90k - 100k

A well-established property management firm in the tri-state area is seeking a Property Accountant to join an expanding accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records
• Prepare and maintain monthly financial reports for management review
• Conduct quarterly general ledger reviews to support portfolio-wide accuracy and compliance
• Compile, analyze, and interpret financial and accounting reports related to cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable/receivable, and profit and loss activity
• Prepare journal entries and assist with annual audit processes
• Support annual budgeting and business planning initiatives
• Classify, record, and summarize financial transactions in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Review financial postings, supporting documentation, and account coding for accuracy and compliance
• Utilize financial systems to research accounts and generate reports
• Maintain organized electronic and physical financial records
• Review tenant lease agreements and process billing in accordance with lease terms
• Assist with annual CAM, tax, and insurance reconciliations
• Monitor timely payment of real estate taxes and assessments
• Manage annual report filings and business license renewals across multiple jurisdictions
• Ensure compliance with applicable banking, mortgage, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with banking institutions to establish and maintain accounts
• Provide support for ad hoc accounting projects and additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or 3–4 years of commercial real estate property accounting experience
• Minimum of 2–4 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience required; commercial real estate and property management experience preferred
• Knowledge of property management accounting including financial reporting, recoveries, budgeting, and forecasting preferred
• Proficiency in accounting or bookkeeping software required; MRI experience preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative and proactive approach
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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