Finance & Accounting

Senior Property Accountant

$90k/yr - $95k/yr
Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex (Hybrid)
Full Time

Overview:

A leading real estate firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to support financial operations for a diverse portfolio of residential properties, including both affordable and market-rate housing. This role involves financial reporting, general ledger analysis, cash management, budget variance analysis, and collaboration with internal teams to produce key financial reports. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is a primarily remote position, reporting to the Controller based in Dallas, Texas.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting functions, including cash management, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.

• Prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations.

• Manage job cost requisitions, capital calls, and advance requests.

• Work closely with leadership on cash flow forecasting and financial planning.

• Maintain journal entries and conduct general ledger analysis.

• Perform quarterly and year-end closings, including balance sheet and income statement reconciliations.

• Assist in preparing tax, cash flow, and GAAP financial reports.

• Develop financial reporting templates and perform data analysis using Excel or accounting software.

• Support audits and compliance with financial regulations.

• Contribute to special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in the real estate sector, preferably in residential property management.

• CPA certification strongly preferred.

• Experience with federal and local housing agency reporting.

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate with senior leadership.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Experience with JD Edwards, Yardi, RealPage, or similar property management accounting software is a plus.