Staff Accountant, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, Louisville

Category:
Finance

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Job Description:

A growing real estate company is seeking a Staff Accountant in a long-term contract role. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and have a strong understanding of accounting principles as they apply to the real estate industry. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative team while gaining valuable industry experience.

Job Responsibility:

Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accurate postings of all financial transactions related to real estate holdings and operations
assist in month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement adjustments
oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment management, rent collections, and resolving disputes
prepare, analyze, and distribute monthly financial reports for internal management and external stakeholders
track and manage real estate assets, including calculations for depreciation and capital expenditures
partner with the finance team to assist with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for real estate projects and operations
ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations while assisting with audit preparation and documentation as needed
utilize ERP software to perform financial transactions, reporting, and record-keeping functions.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
CPA or CMA certification is a plus
minimum of 2–3 years of accounting experience
real estate or property management industry experience strongly preferred
proficiency in ERP software (e.g., Yardi, MRI, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas)
strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities
familiarity with real estate accounting principles, property accounting systems, and tax compliance within the industry.

Nice to have:

CPA or CMA certification
real estate or property management industry experience.

What we offer:

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan
opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative team
access to free online training.

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Job Posted:
June 13, 2025

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