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Robert Half
Property Accountant
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What they do
A Real Estate or Property Accountant prepares financial records and reports for real estate transactions and provides accounting for commercial or residential properties. Maintains accounts and tracks expenses related to property management. May work for a commercial real estate firm, real estate developer or investor, or property owner.
$79,374 / year median in California
-0% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to join a privately held real estate organization in the Hollywood Hills. This role is not accessible by public transportation and requires you to be onsite five days a week. This role is well suited for an accounting specialist with strong commercial real estate experience who can manage property-level financial activity, maintain accurate records, and deliver reliable monthly reporting. The position works closely with leadership, including the Controller and property operations stakeholders, and requires someone who is proactive, experienced, and comfortable handling a range of accounting responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day property accounting activities, including receivables, payables, and ongoing ledger maintenance for commercial real estate assets.
- Prepare month-end financial packages by completing account reviews, posting journal entries, reconciling bank activity, and analyzing balances for accuracy.
- Maintain rent rolls and process recurring tenant charges such as rent, operating cost recoveries, and late fee assessments in a timely manner.
- Review lease documentation and enter critical lease terms into the property management system to support accurate billing and reporting.
- Support construction-related accounting by tracking project costs, recording transactions, and assisting with financial oversight for capital work.
- Generate scheduled and ad hoc financial reports for management, providing clear and accurate data for business decisions.
- Reconcile property accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure complete and reliable financial records.
- Collaborate directly with senior leadership and ownership representatives on accounting updates, reporting needs, and special projects.