Senior Accounting Associate – Real Estate

Aprio

Senior Accounting Associate ensuring client deliverables are met in Real Estate accounting for a top CPA firm. Collaborating with a global team to provide proactive client service and mentoring junior staff.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in property accounting and financial reporting, with a strong understanding of US GAAP and real estate accounting principles. Proven ability to manage client relationships, deliver timely financials, and mentor junior staff in a collaborative team environment.

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Property Accounting ExperienceUS GAAP KnowledgeClient Relationship ManagementFinancial ReportingMentoring Junior Staff

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Hard Skills

Variance AnalysisFinancial ReportingLease Schedules ManagementCAM ReconciliationsAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableMonth-End FinancialsAdvisory WorkProperty Management SystemsReal Estate Accounting Principles

Soft Skills

Collaborative TeamworkClient-Facing CommunicationProactive Client EngagementPositive Professional AttitudeContinuous Learning

Tools & Technologies

YardiMRICAS Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of AccountingCPA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Property AccountingClient Service EnvironmentFinancial DeliverablesAudit CoordinationScope Creep Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborates with global team on a daily basis to foster a highly collaborative and productive team environment
Acts as primary point of contact for clients
Completes ad hoc projects for clients as needed that require “rolling up your sleeves” and completing tasks for clients
Completes review of draft work papers and financials provided by global team and provides review notes back to the team
Perform variance analysis and deliver actionable commentary for client review
Ensures timely completion of client deliverables outlined in MSA’s, including sending monthly financial reporting packs to clients
Manage rent rolls, CAM reconciliations, lease schedules, and tenant ledgers
Oversee accounts payable and receivable for property operations
Utilize property management systems (e.g., Yardi, MRI) alongside CAS platforms
Assist clients during annual audits and coordinate with external auditors
Ensures sound awareness of the client deliverables and manages scope creep
Highly client facing – prioritizes client contact over emails
Focuses on providing proactive advice and notifications to clients throughout the month
Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development initiatives
Demonstrates understanding of Aprio services so that organic growth opportunities for services are identified

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Accounting, CPA preferred
Industry-specific experience: 4+ years of property accounting experience, ideally in a client service environment
Delivers month-end financials and advisory work to clients
Proficient in knowledge of US GAAP, and strong knowledge of real estate accounting principles and property management systems
Fosters an environment of continuous learning, seeking to become technically strong within the segment you serve
Positive, highly professional attitude and desire to work within a global team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
401k with Profit Sharing
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
Top rated wellness program
Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options