Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Property Accountant to support real estate accounting operations in New York. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can manage core accounting functions independently while bringing structure to existing processes. The role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting payroll and budgeting activities, and strengthening reporting through careful account analysis.
Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities for assigned properties, ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date.
• Complete month-end close tasks, including journal entries, reconciliations, and review of general ledger activity.
• Prepare and maintain accrual-based financial reporting to support timely and reliable accounting results.
• Use Yardi software to process transactions, monitor account activity, and generate property-level financial reports.
• Review historical workflows and accounting records to identify how prior procedures were handled and reestablish effective processes where needed.
• Support payroll-related accounting functions by recording entries, validating data, and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist with budgeting by compiling financial information, tracking performance, and comparing actual results against plans.
• Investigate irregularities in financial data through detailed account review and forensic-style analysis to improve accuracy and control.