Property Accountant Job at Robert Half (Rye)

Property Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Rye

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Property Accountant to support the financial operations of a portfolio of commercial real estate assets in Rye, New York. This role offers the opportunity to contribute across day-to-day accounting, period-end reporting, and portfolio-level financial analysis while working with multiple property and investment structures. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in real estate accounting, attention to detail, and the ability to manage reporting obligations accurately and efficiently.

Job Responsibility:

Oversee assigned portions of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, preparing key financial statements and related supporting documentation
Compile recurring financial reports for lenders and joint venture stakeholders, ensuring submissions are timely, complete, and accurate
Record and review journal entries for routine and non-routine transactions, including accruals, amortization activity, and account reclassifications
Analyze operating results against budgets and prior reporting periods, highlighting material variances and explaining notable changes
Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through reconciliations, transaction reviews, and consistent bookkeeping practices
Prepare audit support schedules and detailed work papers to facilitate internal and external review activities
Develop footnotes and supplemental reporting schedules used in quarterly and annual corporate filing packages
Support accounting activities tied to acquisitions and dispositions, including entity setup, transaction entries, and closing documentation
Partner with internal departments and external parties to onboard newly acquired properties or joint ventures and establish accurate accounting records
Recommend process improvements that strengthen reporting quality, operational efficiency, and overall accounting accuracy

Requirements:

At least 3 years of experience in property accounting or a closely related real estate accounting role
Hands-on experience supporting month-end and quarter-end close activities in a commercial real estate environment
Working knowledge of accrual-based accounting, general ledger maintenance, and account reconciliation procedures
Proficiency with property accounting platforms such as Yardi and/or MRI Software
Ability to prepare financial statements, reporting packages, and audit support materials with a high degree of accuracy
Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting budget-to-actual and period-over-period variances
Familiarity with commercial real estate ownership structures, including joint ventures and lender reporting requirements

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
company 401(k) plan

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Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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