Property Accountant Job at Robert Half (New York)

Property Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , New York

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

Requirements:

Partner with the Property Manager / Project Manager to ensure accuracy of journal entries and general ledger across one or multiple projects
Oversee outsourced accounting team responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable and bank reconciliations, including training, review of deliverables, and communication of feedback
Coordinate and prepare lease administration as follows: Set up new leases in accounting system, prepare tenant billings, set up tenant recovery profile/pool
Prepare operating and tax expense reconciliations (true-ups) as required per governing documents (leases, management agreement, etc.)
Record journal entries to the general ledger and ensure records are kept in compliance with GAAP or other basis of accounting
Perform month-end close procedures including preparation and/or review of account reconciliations
Maintain job cost ledger for development projects and ensure costs are properly coded
Assist in Property and Hines Annual Plan/Budget/Projection preparation process by preparing revenue projections and variance analysis for certain accounts, generating reports and preparing budget package
Maintain reporting and budgeting calendars for Property Management team
Prepare information for various audits (e.g. external, internal, tenant), as needed
Prepare monthly/quarterly financial statements and supporting schedules working closely with Property/Project Manager to ensure accuracy
Assist in the setup of new projects with guidance from Accounting Manager. This could include setting up the property in JDE (or similar software), opening bank accounts, preparing rent start letters and assisting with acquisition accounting schedules/entries (FAS 141/142 purchase accounting, straight-line rent, revenue models)
Carry out the proper procedures to ensure internal controls are being met

What we offer:

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

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Job Posted:
April 10, 2026

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