Property Accountant

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Real Estate Accountant to support the financial operations across their diverse commercial and multifamily portfolio. This role will manage property-level accounting, tenant billing, accounts payable/receivable, cash activity, and reconciliations while partnering with Property Management and the Controller. This role would require 4 days in-office in Newark, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate property and tenant accounting records in Yardi.
• Process AP invoices, payments, receipts, and cash transactions.
• Prepare monthly tenant billings, including rent, CAM, and other charges.
• Monitor receivables, follow up on outstanding balances, and escalate delinquencies.
• Reconcile bank accounts and research discrepancies.
• Review leases to ensure accurate billing and maintain tenant/lease records.
• Calculate management fees and tenant recoveries.
• Assist with month-end close, reporting, audits, and special projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of property or real estate accounting experience.
• Knowledge of AP, AR, reconciliations, and tenant billing.
• Yardi experience preferred; Yardi Breeze a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organization, communication, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and meet deadlines.