Ledgent Finance & Accounting is seeking a Property Accountant to join our well established Property Management client's growing accounting team. This is a temporary to hire position and is fully onsite. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting and a detail-oriented approach. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial management and supporting property operations.

Responsibilities

• Communicate rent and security deposit adjustments to tenants and update the accounting system promptly.
• Issue late fees for overdue rent and follow up to ensure all outstanding charges are collected.
• Generate aging reports during each payables cycle for review.
• Ensure accurate posting of rent charges and expense bill-backs in tenant ledgers.
• Enter bills and credit card transactions with proper documentation into the accounting system.
• Follow up with vendors regarding uncleared payments.
• Prepare payables reports and supporting documentation for review.
• Obtain approvals for invoices and ensure timely processing of recurring bills.
• Post payments, cut checks, obtain signatures, and mail checks as needed.
• Prepare annual CAM reconciliations and issue billing or credits to tenants.
• Reconcile bank statements and credit card accounts monthly.
• Generate monthly property financials, ensuring accuracy of accruals and balance sheets.
• Assist with journal entries for third-party management financials.
• Collaborate with property managers to prepare annual budgets
• Prepare and file 1099s

Education: Degree in Accounting or related field.

Experience: 2+ years in accounting; experience in real estate or property management is a plus.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Yardi
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.