Staff Accountant / Accounting Specialist

Ash Properties • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

Ash Properties, a leader in Northeast Florida's commercial real estate, is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Staff Accountant / Accounting Specialist to join their accounting team. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, performing general ledger accounting, and supporting close processes. The position requires 5-10 years of accounting experience, strong documentation skills, and a solid understanding of accounting best practices. Experience in commercial property management or real estate is highly preferred. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple entities, properties, and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting or general ledger experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and full-cycle accounting
• Proven experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports
• Demonstrated experience creating and documenting accounting SOPs and processes
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

• Experience in commercial property management or commercial real estate accounting (highly preferred)
• Experience working with multiple entities or property portfolios
• Familiarity with property management/accounting software (e.g., Yardi, MRI, AppFolio, or similar)
• Experience supporting audits or reviews
• CPA or CPA-eligible (preferred but not required)

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, allocations, and reclassifications
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
• Prepare account reconciliations and investigate variances
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules
• Support accounting for commercial properties, including CAM, operating expenses, and tenant billings
• Assist with property-level financial reporting and analysis
• Coordinate with property management teams on financial matters
• Support lease accounting activities and reconciliations
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies
• Ensure consistency and accuracy in accounting workflows across entities or properties
• Assist with internal controls and audit support as needed
• Partner with cross-functional teams including property management, operations, and finance
• Provide support during audits, reviews, and special projects
• Assist with system implementations, upgrades, or accounting software optimization
• Respond to internal and external accounting inquiries in a timely and professional manner

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level