Property Accountant

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Ws Development
Leading developer of retail, residential, and mixed-use properties across the U.S.
Manages accounting for a property portfolio, prepares financials, budgets, and tenant billing.
18 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Boston, MA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Investment
Leasing
Development
Construction
Management
Architecture
Design
Marketing
Sector Specialisms
Mixed-Use
Retail
Lab/Office
Urban Buildings
Lifestyle Centers
Power Centers
Community Centers
Commercial
Role
What you would be doing
financial statements
gl reconciliation
reit testing
cash distribution
budget preparation
tenant billing

The Property Accountant will be responsible for a portfolio of properties including a more complicated staffed property that will be reviewed by a Manager and this role will also issue less complicated properties monthly/quarterly without a Manager's review. The Property Accountant will be responsible for the monthly preparation of financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, variance analyses, property/tenant statistics and general ledger reconciliations.

The Property Accountant will also be responsible for reviewing the work of less experienced Property Accountants - as well as provide training -- on properties that are usually smaller and less complicated. This position will give feedback on Associates that they supervise and may sit in on annual reviews.

This position will also work on upper and lower tier entities within a structure and will take a first pass at REIT testing, where applicable. This position will also be responsible for preparing cash distribution worksheets that will determine if a distribution to the partners is warranted. This role will prepare annual budgets for properties and respond to any questions pertaining to year-end work with outside auditors. The Property Accountant will also work with Tenants and internal clients, responding to inquiries and questions regarding the assigned properties in the portfolio. Ability to maintain both GAAP and Tax reporting for complex properties. Ability to understand all components of tenant leases. Ability to successfully manage cash for complex properties.

The Property Accountant will also be required to prepare Common Area Maintenance and Real Estate Tax tenant billings on a quarterly and/or monthly basis. He/She will also be responsible for Percentage Rent billings for properties and preparing tenant water billbacks on a quarter and/or semi-annual basis for assigned properties.

What you bring
accounting degree
mri
avidxchange
anaplan
excel
gl experience

Our Accounting team is growing, and we are looking to add a Property Accountant. This role will require a high degree of collaboration both as a member of a Team and cross-functionally. The Property Accountant will work closely with Lease Compliance, Construction, Development, Property Management, Finance, Leasing, Legal and Tenant Coordination. Relationship building, coupled with a strong work ethic, will be key components to success. This role requires at least 2 days in office at our Chestnut Hill office.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working within a team and can collaborate across all levels of the organization. An ideal candidate is someone who has passion, work ethic and who wants to make a positive impact in a growing organization. To be successful, the individual in this role will be detail oriented, highly organized and will understand the sense of urgency for critical deadlines. but can also conceptualize the big picture.

  • The ideal candidate will be able to quickly learn and master various software
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting
  • Knowledge of MRI, Avidxchange and Anaplan is highly desirable
  • Strong Excel knowledge
  • 3 to 5+ years of general ledger / financial statement preparation in a similar environment.
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Company
Overview
  • Specializes in creating transformative mixed-use developments.
  • Blend retail, residential, and office spaces to build thriving communities.
  • Deliver iconic projects across major U.S. cities, including Boston and Miami.
  • Known for innovative urban planning, fostering engagement and connection.
  • Emphasize quality design, sustainability, and community-focused developments.
  • Expand into hospitality and entertainment sectors beyond retail and residential.
  • Standout projects include open-air shopping centers, vibrant residential communities, and multi-use developments.
  • Committed to long-term value creation, making spaces that evolve with community needs.
Culture + Values
  • Spaces have a unique and nuanced way of informing experiences.
  • We place an immense focus on a thoughtful melding of branding, programming, and merchandising that reflect the values and needs of the modern‑minded employee.
  • We build for the ages, which means an approach consistently informed by environmental sustainability, resiliency, and systems innovation.
  • As a long‑term owner, we are here to build relationships that last.
  • Creating best‑in‑class experiences with locations and amenities that resonate with top employers and top talent.
  • Distinctive office, research, and life sciences spaces are uniquely integrated within their communities.
  • Workplaces are part of living, breathing ecosystems that don’t shut down at the end of business hours.
Environment + Sustainability
>90% GHG reduction
Carbon Emissions
Achieves a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions at One Boston Wharf Road.
10 acres public space
Urban Development
Added open space, cycling infrastructure, and greenery in the Seaport project.
100% renewably powered
Energy Source
All eligible New England properties are powered by renewable energy sources.
Sublime Cementâ„¢ deployed
Construction Innovation
First commercial use of low-carbon Sublime Cementâ„¢ technology in One Boston Wharf.
  • One Boston Wharf to be the largest net-zero carbon office building in Boston, achieving >90% GHG emissions reduction and eliminating 5.1 million lbs COâ‚‚ annually.
  • Net-zero carbon target for project completion by 2024.
  • Seaport project added 1.5 miles of protected cycling infrastructure, 700 new trees, and 175 EV charging stations.
  • Office portion of One Boston Wharf to source all electric power from renewables; no gas heating or hot water.
Inclusion & Diversity
3.4/5 Rating
Diversity & Inclusion Score
Glassdoor employee reviewers rated the company's diversity and inclusion efforts at 3.4 out of 5 stars, reflecting a mix of strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Culture rated as 'people‑first' with emphasis on accessible senior leadership, career advancement, creativity, initiative, passion, ethical dealings, and collaboration.
  • Employees highlight strong ethical compass, golden‑rule behaviour, and a supportive environment balancing high expectations with respect.
  • Some reviews note cliques and variable team resources; experiences range from highly positive to mixed.
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