Property Accountant

Description

• Books global entries on a monthly, quarterly and/or annual basis.
• Prepares quarterly replacement and repair reserve requests in accordance with lender mandated requirements.
• Updates Policies & Procedures and Accounting Manuals as necessary to maintain current documentation.
• Performs on-site audits of properties; identifies areas of noncompliance in reference to PRG Policies and Procedures. Follows up and provides comprehensive summary reports to executive management and corrective actions to property managers.
• Integrates all data into Yardi for property acquisitions and prepares due to seller packages.
• Reviews employee rental discounts and all other non-rent charges on a monthly basis and provides results to management.
• Prepares balance sheet account reconciliations and addresses any disputes.
• Provides support with due diligence to assist with property acquisitions.
• Assists with quarterly investor packages and distributions as well as year-end tax mailings.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
• Coordinates and monitors all escrow activity (tax, insurance, replacement reserve, etc.) with lending institutions, taxing jurisdictions, and insurance companies.
• Frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to maneuver, handle, or feel objects, or tools.
• Ensures properties are in compliance with loan requirements, including the mailing of financial statements.
• Prepares personal property taxes and any other licenses, fees, etc. required by local counties.
• Conducts all business in accordance with company policies/procedures, Fair Housing, American with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other laws pertaining to housing.
• Reviews fixed assets for compliance with tangible property regulations.
• Assists external auditors with the year-end review of the Company’s financial statements, controls, etc.
• Works in conjunction with insurance carriers and adjusters on the settlement of insurance claims.
• Analyzes property financials on a monthly basis and books all reclassifications and accruals as necessary.
• Assists in the preparation of annual operating budgets.
• Fields and addresses requests from lenders, vendors and other outside parties.

Requirements

• CPA certification is a plus, but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Accounting or Finance required.
• Time management skills are necessary.
• Problem solving abilities are required.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job involve normal vision.
• Computer skills are required.
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Availability to work beyond normal business hours during tax season is required.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• Familiarity with property management/accounting software (Yardi experience a plus) and strong proficiency inMicrosoft Office applications.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and eagerness to learn.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• Ability to maintain high ethical standards.
• Internship or up to one (1) year of experience in property accounting, finance, or public accounting preferred (newgraduates are encouraged to apply).

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance