My client, a highly reputable commercial real estate owner/manager, is seeking a strong Senior Property Accountant. This role provides close mentorship from one of the best CFOs in NYC real estate, and they have a long track record of promoting from within.
Responsibilities Include:
· Oversee accounting duties for commercial and mixed-use properties located across the country
· Prepare accrual-based financial statements for assigned portfolio
· Analyze the general ledger for each property, prepare journal entries, calculate accruals and adjustments and maintain detailed workpaper files on a monthly basis
· Review results of operations and provide detailed explanations of variances
· Review invoices to ensure correct account coding and expense allocations
· Prepare reconciliations of all cash accounts, reserves and escrows
· Monitor cash balances and request capital funding, as needed
· Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules
· Calculate real estate tax and operating expense escalations
· Interact with asset managers, leasing agents, and property managers
· Assist in the resolution of tenant billing inquiries with accounts receivable and legal departments
· Ensure lender reporting compliance
· Respond to lender inquiries, as needed
· Compile financial information for analysts during debt refinances and/or sales of properties
· Prepare annual budget and reforecast
· Prepare real estate tax certiorari filings
· Serve as the main contact for annual audits and tax return preparation
Requirements Include:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
· Background in public accounting or private industry within the real estate industry
· Knowledge of Yardi, MRI or similar software is preferred
· Strong organizational and communication skills