Property Accountant

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for assigned properties.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries and reconciliations.
• Analyze financial performance and investigate variances across multiple properties.
• Manage property-related accounts payable, vendor invoices, and payment processing.
• Track tenant payments, security deposits, and related receivables.
• Prepare reserve draw requests and supporting documentation for lenders.
• Assist with property tax reporting, audits, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate financial records using property management accounting software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years in property accounting or real estate finance preferred.
• Experience with multifamily or property management accounting.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Experience with Entrata, Yardi, AppFolio, MRI, or similar property management software preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to gain broad exposure to property accounting and financial reporting.
• Work with a diverse property portfolio and contribute to financial operations.
• Collaborative environment with opportunities to develop accounting expertise.
• Role offering ownership of accounting responsibilities and cross-functional exposure.