Senior Real Estate Accountant (ASC 842)

Our client, a growing and dynamic organization, is seeking a Senior Real Estate Accountant to join their finance team. This is a direct-hire position with a focus on managing accounting operations across multiple properties, including leases, fixed assets, and property taxes. The role provides a chance to contribute to process improvements and support strategic financial reporting.

Position:

Senior Real Estate Accountant Location:

Austin, TX - Hybrid/Onsite (78730)

Employment Type:

Direct Hire Pay:

90-110k

Responsibilities:

Manage end-to-end accounting for a large portfolio of commercial and administrative leases, ensuring accurate recording and compliance with lease accounting standards. Maintain and update fixed asset records, track capital projects, calculate depreciation, and manage asset disposals. Oversee property tax filings and payments across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate submissions. Lead month-end and quarter-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and analysis of occupancy and property-related costs. Collaborate with internal teams to implement consistent processes for new property setups, acquisitions, and system integrations. Act as a primary point of contact for auditors on lease, asset, and tax-related matters. Support special projects, accounting process improvements, and operational reporting initiatives as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred. Minimum 4 years of accounting experience with a focus on real estate or multi-location businesses. Strong understanding of lease accounting rules (ASC 842) and fixed asset management. Hands-on experience with accounting platforms such as Sage Intacct, ProLease, Yardi, or MRI. Advanced Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis. Solid grasp of US GAAP principles and experience applying them in a multi-entity environment. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong communication and collaboration skills to work across finance, operations, and real estate teams. If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today. The Solomon Page Distinction Our teams, comprised of subject matter experts, develop an interest in your preferences and goals and we act as an advisor for your career advancement. Solomon Page has an extensive network of established clients which allows us to present opportunities that are well-suited to your respective goals and needs - this specialized approach sets us apart in the industries we serve. About Solomon Page Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook , and LinkedIn . Opportunity Awaits. #LI-RQ1