Commercial Real Estate Property Accountant

Our client is seeking a Senior Commercial Property Accountant to join its growing accounting team. This position will be responsible for the full-cycle accounting of a portfolio of commercial real estate properties, ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely month-end close, and compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial real estate accounting background and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of commercial properties.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Complete month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and reconcile CAM, real estate tax, and insurance reconciliations.
• Record and analyze tenant lease activity, including rent commencements, terminations, and amendments.
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules.
• Review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity related to assigned properties.
• Assist with annual budgets, forecasting, and operating expense analyses.
• Coordinate with property managers, asset managers, and external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Support special projects and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 4+ years of commercial property accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of CAM reconciliations, lease accounting, and month-end close.
• Experience preparing financial statements for commercial real estate portfolios.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Yardi, MRI, or similar property management/accounting software preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.