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Property Accountant

United States, Austin Employment contract · Job Posted May 26, 2026
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We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to oversee financial reporting and month-end activities for a portfolio of commercial or residential assets in Austin, Texas. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate property-level records, analyzing performance against budget, and supporting investor and audit reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of accrual-based accounting, financial statement relationships, and the practical application of core accounting principles within a real estate environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage the complete monthly and quarterly close process for a portfolio of 8 to 10 properties, ensuring records are accurate and deadlines are met
  • Prepare journal entries, record cash activity, and complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations as part of routine accounting operations
  • Examine property financial results against budget expectations and provide clear explanations for notable variances
  • Review invoices for correct general ledger classification and determine whether costs should be recorded as operating expenses or capitalized assets
  • Produce investor reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, with the ability to explain the financial results and supporting details
  • Partner with external auditors during the annual audit by responding to requests and delivering complete, timely, and accurate documentation
  • Contribute to the annual budgeting process by entering relevant data into budget templates and ensuring amounts are properly calculated and supported
  • Support accounting-related projects independently and, over time, assist with reviewing the month-end work of other accountants for quality and completeness
  • Use property accounting systems effectively, including adapting to Yardi as needed within ongoing accounting operations

Requirements

  • Solid understanding of how the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows connect and impact one another
  • Working knowledge of accrual accounting principles, including the difference between accrual and cash-based reporting
  • Familiarity with equity activity, retained earnings, depreciation, and amortization concepts
  • Ability to apply accounting standards in practice within a property accounting or real estate setting
  • Experience with core accounting processes such as account coding, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations
  • Comfortable working with accounting software platforms
  • experience with Yardi is preferred, and exposure to systems such as AppFolio, AMSI, or ADP is beneficial
  • Strong audit support, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to provide accurate information under deadlines

Nice to have

  • experience with Yardi is preferred
  • exposure to systems such as AppFolio, AMSI, or ADP is beneficial

What we offer

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