Accountant

Property Accountant

$70,000-$85,000 | Hybrid

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a real estate organization in the N. Dallas area to hire a Property Accountant. This role offers strong upward mobility, with a clear path to Accounting Manager as the organization transitions its property accounting function from an outsourced model back in-house.

This position is responsible for full-cycle property accounting, including financial reporting, general ledger oversight, accounts payable, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in GAAP, hands-on property or real estate accounting experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle accounting for assigned property portfolios, including income, expenses, and general ledger activity.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and reporting packages.

• Perform detailed reconciliations of bank accounts, escrows, reserves, and tenant ledgers.

• Review and process invoices and vendor payments in accordance with internal controls.

• Utilize and optimize RealPage Financial Suite (GL, AP, Financial Reporting) to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy.

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis; partner with Finance and Housing leadership to provide actionable financial insights.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and affordable housing regulations.

• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.

• Support the transition of accounting operations in-house, including validation of opening balances and process documentation.

• Contribute to process improvements and cross-functional collaboration initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience in property or real estate accounting.

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and property-level financial reporting.

• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Yardi, MRI, or RealPage required.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines with accuracy.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.

If you are seeking long-term growth with a real estate leader, we encourage you to apply.

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Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year

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