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Senior Real Estate Accountant

United States, Philadelphia · Job Posted May 04, 2026
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Robert Half is looking for a Senior Real Estate Accountant to join our client located in the Philadelphia area. This Senior Real Estate Accountant role will oversee core accounting activities tied to real estate funds and property operations, while delivering accurate financial reporting and meaningful analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a deadline-driven environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead month-end and quarter-end accounting for real estate funds, including preparing journal entries, completing reconciliations, and keeping the close process on schedule
  • Produce consolidated financial statements and related reporting packages to support both management needs and external reporting obligations
  • Record, track, and reconcile intercompany balances, cash movements, and equity-related transactions with a high degree of accuracy
  • Work closely with property management and development partners to ensure projects, operating costs, and capital spending are reflected correctly in the financial records
  • Contribute to budget preparation, forecasting activities, and variance reviews by analyzing results and identifying notable trends.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education
  • CPA preferred
  • 5+ years of fund or real estate accounting experience
  • Extensive experience working with, and advanced skills working in, Microsoft Excel and Yardi Voyager
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

What we offer

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • Company 401(k) plan
  • Free online training.

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