Property Accountant
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$38 - $44 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | 5 Revere Dr > Ste 405 Northbrook, Illinois open_in_new |
About this job
Job Description
We are looking for a Property Accountant to support a commercial real estate portfolio. This is a Contract position suited for an accounting specialist with hands-on experience managing full-cycle property accounting in a private property management environment. The role begins onsite for training and may transition to a hybrid schedule based on business needs and individual circumstances. The ideal candidate brings strong systems knowledge, including Yardi, and a solid background in maintaining accurate financial records across a large portfolio.
Responsibilities:
• Manage complete property accounting activities for a commercial real estate portfolio, including monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy through proper account coding, accruals, and supporting documentation.
• Produce property-level financial statements and assist with variance analysis for management review.
• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts while resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Partner with property management teams to support budgeting, tenant activity, and ongoing financial operations across the portfolio.
• Utilize Yardi and other accounting platforms to enter, track, and report financial data effectively.
• Support audit preparation by organizing records, responding to requests, and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices.
• 3-5 years of experience in property accounting within a private property management office.• Background in full-cycle accounting for commercial real estate portfolios.
• Hands-on experience using Yardi in a property accounting environment.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, accrual accounting, and general ledger reconciliation.
• Ability to prepare accurate financial reports and maintain detailed supporting records.
• Familiarity with accounting systems and tools such as ADP, AMSI, AppFolio, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.