Senior Accountant

Privately held real estate investment and management firm with a diverse portfolio that includes retail, office, and mixed-use properties is seeking a Senior Accountant. This role will support property-level accounting and financial reporting functions and play a key role in monthly close activities, budgeting, and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Manage monthly close processes, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations
• Maintain supporting schedules and workpapers for key balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Assist in the preparation and review of operating budgets and variance analyses
• Review and reconcile accounts payable and receivable activity
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage cash flow reporting
• Review and process property-level invoices and loan-related disbursements
• Assist with lease administration and lease abstract review
• Prepare common area maintenance (CAM) reconciliations and real estate tax escalations
• Coordinate and compile financial reporting packages for internal and external stakeholders
• Support lender compliance reporting and audit processes
• Contribute to process improvement and accounting system enhancements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2+ years of accounting experience, real estate experience preferred
• Public accounting or audit background a plus; CPA a plus
• Experience with property management software (e.g., Yardi, MRI) preferred
• Strong proficiency in Excel
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment