Senior Property Accountant

Job ID#: 38112

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Property Accountant to join a growing accounting team supporting a portfolio of multifamily and/or student housing properties. This role is responsible for full-cycle property accounting, working closely with property managers, and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of 8–10 properties
• Prepare and review monthly property financial packages
• Perform bank reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries
• Analyze variances and provide insight into property performance
• Partner with property managers and operations teams on financial matters
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and year-end processes
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data within the property management system

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3–6+ years of property accounting experience (multifamily or student housing preferred)
• Experience with Entrada property management software strongly preferred (or similar systems such as Yardi, MRI, or RealPage)
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and month-end close
• Ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Compensation & Details

• Salary range: $85,000 – $95,000
• Full-time, on-site role
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment with strong leadership support

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Property Accountant to join a growing accounting team supporting a portfolio of multifamily and/or student housing properties. This role is responsible for full-cycle property accounting, working closely with property managers, and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of 8–10 properties
• Prepare and review monthly property financial packages
• Perform bank reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries
• Analyze variances and provide insight into property performance
• Partner with property managers and operations teams on financial matters
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and year-end processes
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data within the property management system

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3–6+ years of property accounting experience (multifamily or student housing preferred)
• Experience with Entrada property management software strongly preferred (or similar systems such as Yardi, MRI, or RealPage)
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and month-end close
• Ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Compensation & Details

• Salary range: $80,000 – $100,000
• Full-time, on-site role
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment with strong leadership support

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