Senior Property Accountant

DLC Management Corp.•Elmsford, NY

5d•$90,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The DLC Accounting team is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to join our headquarters in Elmsford, New York, operating on a hybrid schedule. This role will report directly to the Property Accounting Supervisor or Manager and will be responsible for overseeing the accounting, financial reporting, and financial analysis for an assigned portfolio of properties, while also providing broader business support to the organization. The Senior Property Accountant will collaborate closely with members of the accounting team, as well as Asset Management, Property Management, and our joint venture partners, to ensure accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and actionable financial insights that support operational and strategic decision-making.

Requirements

Excellent oral and written communication skills to successfully engage with other departments to gather required information
Organized and reliable with strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
A “can-do” attitude and a desire to learn
Thrives in a fast-paced environment with the ability to prioritize, multi-task and manage tight deadlines
Aptitude to learn new systems quickly
High attention to detail
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
3-5 years of accounting experience.
Minimum of 2-3 years of prior Real Estate industry experience.
Strong excel skills is a MUST.

Nice To Haves

Public accounting experience a plus.
MRI or Yardi Experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly GAAP-based financial statements and tax reporting packages, including detailed actual-to-budget variance analysis for senior management.
Produce comprehensive monthly property financial reports and supporting workpapers incorporating data from Legal, Construction, and Operations teams.
Monitor and ensure compliance with lender debt covenants and reporting requirements across assigned portfolio.
Develop and manage weekly cash flow analyses to prioritize and authorize property-level payables.
Perform monthly reconciliations of operating, mortgage, and escrow accounts to ensure accuracy and financial integrity.
Maintain and reconcile general ledgers for assigned properties, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Assist in the preparation and review of annual operating budgets and forecasts.
Partner cross-functionally with Leasing Representatives and Property Managers to analyze performance and resolve financial matters.
Coordinate with external auditors to support annual audits and tax return preparation.
Serve as primary financial liaison between departments and regional offices, addressing inquiries and resolving discrepancies.
Assist in the preparation of year-end CAM reconciliations and real estate tax escalation calculations, including tenant billings.
Support special projects including acquisition due diligence, property onboarding and system implementation initiatives.