Property Accountant
Campus Life & Style
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Austin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Prepare monthly financial statements/reporting packages, including journal entries, reconciling and rolling forward balance sheet accounts, ensuring proper coding of income and expense items, bank reconciliations, and variance explanations.
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing financial data and supporting documentation.
- Assist in maintaining compliance with internal controls and company processes.
- Prepare quarterly and annual loan compliance reporting for lenders.
- Assist in providing external tax preparers with information necessary to prepare entity-level tax returns.
- Manage cash flow for the assigned property portfolio.
- Work closely with property managers, asset managers, and other stakeholders to achieve property objectives and financial goals.
- Communicate effectively and provide financial insights to support decision-making.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in accounting, and 3-5 years' experience in accounting.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA), preferred.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, including GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) is essential.
- Proficient in financial analysis and financial reporting.
- Understanding of lease accounting, property valuation methods, and industry-specific financial metrics.
- Experience with accounting software and property management systems is often required.
- Proficient in using software such as Entrata, Yardi, MRI Software, QuickBooks, or similar platforms.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and make strategic recommendations.
- Effective communication skills are essential for interacting with colleagues, tenants, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Must be proactive in addressing discrepancies, reconciling accounts, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) with Company Matching
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life Insurance & Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Relocation Assistance
- Professional Development & Advancement Opportunities
- Supportive, Fun, and Flexible Work Environment
- Access to an Unmatched Company Culture that values individuality and innovation
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
financial statementsjournal entriesbank reconciliationsfinancial analysisfinancial reportinglease accountingproperty valuation methodsGAAPaccounting principlescash flow management
Soft skills
effective communicationanalytical skillsproactive problem solvingcollaborationstrategic recommendations
Certifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Chartered Accountant (CA)