A growing residential Real Estate group in the Anne Arundel area seeks a highly qualified Property Accountant

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for assigned properties.
• Perform month-end closing activities including journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Review income statements for variance explanations and provide analysis to management.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Review and code invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with budgets and contracts.
• Process tenant billings, rent charges, and adjustments in accordance with lease agreements.
• Monitor and reconcile tenant accounts, including delinquencies and collections reporting.
• Coordinate with property managers on vendor payments and outstanding AR issues.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist with annual budgeting and reforecasting processes for each property.
• Provide supporting schedules and financial data to asset and property management teams.
• Track budget-to-actual performance and highlight variances.

Lease & CAM Administration

• Review lease agreements to ensure proper accounting treatment for rent, escalations, and reimbursements.
• Calculate annual CAM (Common Area Maintenance) reconciliations and prepare tenant statements.
• Maintain accurate schedules for abatements, reimbursements, and straight-line rent.

Audit & Compliance

• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Ensure accounting practices comply with GAAP and company policies.
• Maintain organized financial files and documentation for all assigned assets.

Operational Support

• Collaborate with property managers to understand property activity and resolve discrepancies.
• Provide financial insights to support operational decisions and performance improvements.
• Assist with special projects, system updates, or process improvements as needed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1-4 years of accounting experience; real estate or property management experience preferred.
• Experience with property management/accounting software (e.g., Yardi, MRI, RealPage, Skyline) is a plus.

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.