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Property Accountant
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Southern Management Companies
McLean, VA (In Person)
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WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a Property Accountant to manage the accounting and financial reporting functions for an assigned real estate portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, exceptional attention to detail, and well-developed analytical and organizational skills.WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU
This role requires a proactive problem-solver who is comfortable asking questions, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping drive process efficiencies. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as this position partners with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and ensures financial information is prepared accurately and delivered on time. If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Manage all property accounting functions for an assigned real estate portfolio.
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements and reporting packages.
- Maintain general ledger accuracy, including journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, and account reconciliations.
- Review and analyze monthly operating results, investigate variances, and provide explanations for unusual activity.
- Monitor delinquency reporting and support property managers with financial analysis and budget variance reviews.
- Process resident accounting transactions, including rent adjustments, write-offs, security deposits, refunds, bad debt reserves, housing assistance (Section 8) adjustments, and employee rent deduction entries.
- Track, accrue, reconcile, and process payments for utilities, insurance, real estate taxes, ground rent, licenses, permits, and other operating expenses.
- Manage business license renewals, personal property tax filings, tax refund schedules, receivable tracking, and other regulatory compliance requirements.
- Assist with the annual budgeting process and related financial forecasts.
- Collaborate with property management and corporate teams to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and operational support.
- Prior experience in real estate accounting or property management accounting preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field preferred.
- Yardi experience preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.