Senior Property Accountant
Gillon Property Group•Highland Park, TX
•Hybrid
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Property Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team. This individual will be responsible for managing full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of commercial properties, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate is a highly analytical professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings an understanding of real estate accounting and property management systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or progress toward CPA preferred).
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in property or real estate accounting.
- Public accounting experience is strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and real estate accounting principles (e.g., CAM, tenant improvements).
- Experience with Yardi property management / accounting systems.
- Familiarity with tenant lease structures, high-end finish-outs, and capital partnership reporting.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across internal departments and external stakeholders.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for assigned properties.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flows).
- Perform account reconciliations and variance analyses.
- Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure all entries are properly documented.
- Collaborate with Asset Management and Property Management teams to ensure accurate reporting of operating performance.
- Review lease agreements and ensure accurate rent roll, tenant billing, and CAM reconciliations.
- Support construction draw requests and back-up documentation for properties under development, as applicable.
- Process and review property-level accruals, fixed asset schedules, and depreciation entries.
- Assist in annual budget preparation and quarterly reforecasting in collaboration with asset and property managers.
- Track performance against budget and flag any required adjustments.
- Monitor bank activity, prepare cash reconciliations, and ensure sufficient liquidity across accounts.
- Assist with cash flow projections and funding requests for capital and operating needs.
- Manage accounts payable functions for assigned properties, including processing invoices, issuing checks, and setting up ACH/wire payments.
- Maintain vendor files and respond to vendor inquiries.
- Review accounts receivable aging and assess collectability; recommend write-offs or reserves as needed.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Support external audits and lender reporting by providing necessary schedules and documentation.
- Prepare and assemble tax workpapers and supporting schedules for annual tax return preparation.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary + annual performance-based bonus
- 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employee
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with a 6% company match
- 3 weeks of PTO per year, plus 5 sick days
- 12 company paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
