Property Accountant

Purpose of the Role Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant accounting for assigned properties by owning the monthly close, bank reconciliations, AP/AR processing, owner reporting, and audit support—enabling data‑driven decisions and strong financial performance. Primary Responsibilities

• Monthly Close & Reporting — Prepare journal entries, accruals/deferrals, and financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) for assigned properties.
• Bank Reconciliations & Cash Management — Complete monthly bank recs; monitor cash positions and flag variances.
• AP/AR & Ledger Integrity — Ensure coding accuracy, invoice/ticket resolution, tenant ledger integrity, and timely deposit posting.
• Budget, Variance & CAM Support — Provide monthly variance commentary; assist with annual budgets and CAM/tax/insurance reconciliations.
• Compliance & Controls — Maintain documentation, support audits/tax prep, and uphold accounting policies and internal controls.
• Stakeholder Service — Respond to property team and leadership inquiries with accurate, actionable information.
• Systems & Process Improvement — Leverage the accounting system/AppFolio (or ERP) and propose efficiency improvements.

Key Performance Metrics Timeliness & Accuracy Month‑

End Close:

Completed by T+5 business days for assigned properties.

Bank Reconciliations:

Completed by T+3 business days; 0 unreconciled items >30 days.

Financial Statements:

Owner packages delivered by T+7 business days with ≤1 immaterial correction per quarter.

Ledger & Process Quality Invoice Cycle Time:

Standard invoices fully processed ≤5 business days from receipt; utilities ≤3 business days.

Coding Accuracy:

≥99% correct GL coding on first pass; 0 policy exceptions without documentation.

AR Hygiene:

≥98% of tenant ledger adjustments resolved ≤2 business days from ticket.

Stakeholder Experience Issue Resolution SLA:

Email/portal inquiries acknowledged same business day, resolved ≤2 business days; complex items with ETA.

Audit Readiness:

100% support docs on request within 2 business days; 0 repeat audit findings. Required Collaboration Points Property/Community Managers & ACMs — billings, deposits, delinquencies, move‑out accounting. Regional Manager — variance drivers, budget assumptions, portfolio roll‑ups. Vendors & AP — invoice status, 1099/W‑9 compliance. Leadership (Controller/CFO) — close calendar, audit, policy. Engagement in My Role Submits clean, accurate work the first time Speaks up when something doesn't make sense Keeps records organized and easy to track Meets deadlines without reminders Looks for small efficiencies in routine work Requirements

• Bachelor's in accounting/finance or equivalent experience
• 2+ years property or multi‑entity accounting preferred.
• Experience with GAAP, Excel, and AppFolio.
• Attention to detail & clear communication.
• Periodic close‑cycle overtime (month/quarter/year‑end).
• Work eligibility; background screening as applicable.
• Prolonged computer work; occasional file lifting to 20 lbs.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Experience:

property accounting: 1 year (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Edwardsville, IL 62025 (Required)

Work Location:

In person