Real Estate Accountant
About The Position
The Real Estate Accountant reports directly to the Controller and is responsible for the timely preparation of financial reporting. The role manages full-cycle accounting for an ownership apartment portfolio consisting of 10 assets, including reviewing and consolidating third-party property management financials, reconciling balance sheet items, maintaining depreciation and amortization schedules, preparing financial statements, and completing lender reporting packages. The accountant also prepares weekly check runs, completes 1099s, and assists with annual tax preparation. Greenlight offers a competitive base salary, health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with match, unlimited paid time off, and the opportunity to work with a collaborative group of industry professionals. The ideal candidate has a four-year accounting degree, at least three years of relevant accounting experience, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- At least 3 years of previous experience in real estate or property management accounting; real estate or property management accounting experience is preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritize effectively and handle several projects simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information effectively to management.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and expert-level Microsoft Excel skills.
- Ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and minimal supervision.
- Upbeat and positive attitude.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform full-cycle accounting for an ownership apartment portfolio of 10 assets.
- Review and consolidate financials from third-party property managers.
- Reconcile balance sheet items, including bank accounts, loans, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- Maintain depreciation and amortization schedules.
- Prepare financial statements.
- Complete lender reporting packages.
- Prepare and complete weekly check runs.
- Complete 1099s and assist with annual tax preparation.
- Provide ideas and implementation plans for continual improvement.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Unlimited paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
