Senior Property Accountant

Realvest Asset Mgt•Vancouver, WA

17h•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Realvest Asset Management, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Property Accountant for a full-cycle accounting role supporting an assigned portfolio of residential and commercial properties and small corporate entities. The role owns accounting and financial reporting for the portfolio, including cash management, tracking financial obligations, commercial and utility (RUBS) billing, and property tax assessment reviews. The accountant works independently with minimal oversight, identifies and resolves issues proactively, and partners with Property Managers, Regional Managers, and Asset Managers to support portfolio financial performance. Responsibilities span monthly property reporting and close, reconciliations, fixed-asset and expense schedules, small-entity accounting, cash monitoring, tax and compliance reporting, commercial and utility billing, budgeting and owner reporting, field payroll, accounts payable and receivable, vendor administration, and use and improvement of AppFolio processes. The position is based on-site in Vancouver, Washington, and reports to the Assistant Controller.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and accounting experience.
Four or more years of hands-on, full-cycle accounting experience; experience must include preparing journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, and monthly financial statements.
Demonstrated ownership of month-end and year-end close, including balance sheet reconciliations and audit schedule preparation.
Working knowledge of GAAP, including accrual accounting, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, depreciation, and intercompany accounting.
Experience with cash flow monitoring, budget-to-actual variance analysis, and owner or lender reporting.
Payroll processing experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and resolve issues independently.
High accuracy and strong attention to detail, with consistent on-time delivery of deadline-driven work.
Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and independently manage an assigned portfolio with minimal oversight.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
Ability to remain seated for extended periods while working at a computer.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through electronic communication.

Nice To Haves

Full-cycle accounting experience in property management, real estate, or multi-entity accounting.
Experience with utility billing (RUBS) or property tax assessment reviews.
Payroll processing experience with ADP.
Experience with AppFolio or similar property management accounting software.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post monthly property financial statements, journal entries, accruals, and account reclassifications; ensure statements tie to the general ledger and are delivered on time.
Reconcile property balance sheet, bank, and resident security deposit accounts, and research and resolve discrepancies.
Maintain property-level fixed asset, depreciation, accrual, and prepaid expense schedules.
Perform accounting for assigned small corporate entities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations.
Record property intercompany activity.
Prepare property audit schedules and supporting documentation, and support month-end and year-end close.
Monitor portfolio cash activity, identify cash flow concerns, and communicate trends, funding needs, and budget variances to Managers.
Track mortgage payments, property tax payments, insurance premiums, owner distributions, and owner capital contributions.
Prepare state-level tax returns and required reporting for Assistant Controller review and approval.
Prepare property tax assessment reviews for Assistant Controller approval and support compliance reporting and year-end property file preparation.
Calculate and oversee monthly RUBS billing; support commercial lease administration and billing, maintain billing schedules and related accounting records, coordinate billing changes with Operations, and review revenue-related activity for accuracy.
Analyze budget-to-actual variances, assist with annual property budgets, and generate owner, lender, and management reports.
Process field payroll through ADP, including entering hours, employee changes, and deductions, and reviewing payroll registers before submission.
Review field employee timecards and coordinate with Property Managers and HR on new hires, terminations, and deduction changes.
Prepare field payroll journal entries, allocate payroll costs to properties, and reconcile property payroll accounts.
Review and process accounts payable invoices, ensuring accurate coding, approval, and payment for property, small corporate, and commercial accounts.
Record accounts receivable for small corporate and commercial accounts and audit property-level receivables entered by onsite teams; partner with property teams to resolve outstanding items.
Review property transactions for compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls, maintaining accurate and organized records.
Maintain vendor master records, setup, required documentation, coding, and property allocations; track vendor and tenant certificates of insurance; prepare and file annual 1099 reporting.
Use AppFolio for daily accounting responsibilities and accurate data entry and reporting; provide system feedback, participate in testing and process implementation, and identify efficiency and internal-control improvements.
Partner with Property Managers, Regional Managers, and Asset Managers on portfolio financial accuracy, accounting questions, and financial issue resolution.
Support financial analysis, special projects, and other reporting requests as needed.