Sr. Property Accountant at Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Fremont, California

Job Description:

Senior Property Accountant-Hybrid-East Bay!


Looking for a strong, skilled, experienced Senior Property Accountant will be joining an existing team where they will be responsible for a portfolio of properties for which they will complete full-cycle accounting. As the Senior Property Accountant, you will report to the Accounting Manager and/or Assistant Accounting Manager.



Main Job Duties:



? Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for a portfolio of affordable housing properties,


reviewing accounting entries from third-party management companies and making necessary


adjustments.


? Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements.


? Maintain various supporting workpapers in Excel, including fixed asset schedules, property tax


accruals, prepaid insurance, mortgage loan amortization, and partner capital contributions and


distributions.


? Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for multiple accounts.


? Ensure accurate recording and coding of accounts payable to the appropriate general ledger


accounts.


? Assist with cash management alongside the Accounting Manager and Assistant Accounting


Manager.


? Coordinate wire transfers and ACH payments.


? Calculate and post month-end adjustments, including accruals, intercompany reconciliations,


and depreciation.


? Reconcile subledgers on a monthly basis.


? Prepare a comprehensive month-end package to support financial statements.


? Liaise with property managers regarding financial statement inquiries.


? Perform various reconciliations and adjustments as needed.


? Collaborate with external tax preparers and auditors during annual audits and reviews.


? Assist with annual budget uploads to accounting software.


? Lead special projects as assigned, including training staff-level property accountants, and


implementing new software and processes as approved by management.



Qualifications:



? Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.


? 3+ years of accounting experience, particularly in property management or real estate.


? Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.


? Proficient in Yardi or similar accounting software, with advanced Excel skills.


? Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.


? Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.


? Strong written and verbal communication skills.


Able to work independently while also collaborating effectively with team


members. Flexibility, a positive attitude, and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential.



Salary: $85,000-$105,000 annually


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.