Property Accountant

Aston Carter•Village of Cottage Grove, WI

5d•$31 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Property Accountant manages financial operations and accounting tasks for multiple related entities, ensuring accurate transaction recording, organized financial records, and effective financial reporting. The role works closely with company ownership and covers intercompany activity, accounts payable, cash management, month-end close, tax filings, fixed assets, real estate expenses, and material inventory accounting. This is a contract-to-hire position based fully onsite in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin. The advertised pay range is $31.00–$35.00 per hour. The opening is due to a promotion, and the work environment is described as supportive, collaborative, and fast-paced, with room for growth.

Requirements

Proficiency in general accounting, with a strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger practices.
Experience with reconciliations, month-end procedures, and preparing journal entries.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Strong time-management and prioritization skills, maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
Excellent understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Real estate accounting experience.
Familiarity with ERP systems, especially SAGE.
Multi-entity accounting experience.
Construction or real estate industry background.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day accounting for multiple related entities, including accurate transaction recording and allocation.
Oversee intercompany transactions, loans, billing, and reconciliations, and maintain organized financial records.
Collaborate with company ownership to understand how business activities affect financial results.
Review, code, approve, and process invoices; resolve coding discrepancies, duplicate invoices, and payment inquiries.
Manage daily cash activities across multiple bank accounts and entities, monitor cash flow and upcoming obligations, and communicate significant cash activities and obligations to ownership.
Process rent payments, ACH transactions, and credit card activity, and complete accurate bank reconciliations.
Own the month-end close for all entities, including preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.
Prepare monthly sales and use tax calculations, filings, and payments.
Assist with tax registrations and annual Wisconsin DFI filings.
Maintain fixed asset and depreciation records.
Track real estate expenses and support material inventory accounting.