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We are looking for an experienced Sr. Property Accountant to support the financial operations of a portfolio of commercial properties in New York, New York. This contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-focused accounting specialist who can manage reporting, reconciliations, and lease-related financial activity while partnering closely with property and finance leadership. The role offers the chance to contribute to budgeting, compliance support, and month-end close activities in a fast-paced real estate environment.
Job Responsibility
Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for assigned properties and deliver timely insights to internal stakeholders
Manage debt service activity by coordinating scheduled payments, tracking lender reserve requirements, and assisting with compliance-related reporting
Support the planning cycle through preparation of operating budgets and financial forecasts for property assets
Maintain accurate rent roll records and monitor lease expiration schedules to support ongoing portfolio oversight
Examine lease documentation, establish recurring tenant charges in MRI, and prepare one-time billing adjustments for collections processing
Calculate tenant billings tied to operating expense recoveries and other escalations, including taxes, payroll-related charges, promotions, and similar items
Track tenant letters of credit and coordinate sight drafts and associated transactions as needed
Prepare leasing commission calculations and review tenant improvement contribution requests for accuracy and completeness
Maintain general ledger accounts, record journal entries, complete period-end close tasks, and reconcile bank, intercompany, and related balance sheet accounts
Assemble audit support documentation, respond to auditor requests, and contribute to special projects assigned by accounting leadership
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
Demonstrated experience in property accounting or real estate accounting at a senior accountant level
Strong knowledge of month-end close procedures, general ledger maintenance, and journal entry preparation
Hands-on experience performing account reconciliations, including bank and intercompany reconciliations
Familiarity with lease administration concepts such as rent rolls, lease abstracts, and escalation billings
Proficiency with MRI Software and strong overall systems skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines, prioritize effectively, and maintain accuracy in a deadline-driven environment