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Senior Property Accountant

Robert Half

Emeryville, CA

Filed under Real Estate

Full job description

Join a stable, family-owned real estate organization in a newly created Senior Property Accountant role supporting a portfolio of commercial and industrial properties. This is a highly visible position that offers direct interaction with ownership, property operations, and finance leadership in a collaborative, long-tenured environment known for its strong culture and work-life balance.


Key Responsibilities

  • Own the full accounting cycle for a portfolio of commercial and industrial properties
  • Prepare monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and reporting packages
  • Manage CAM reconciliations, lease accounting, tenant billings, and property budget roll-ups
  • Partner closely with property management and ownership to provide financial insight and support decision-making
  • Assist with process improvements and accounting system enhancements, including a transition to AppFolio
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain strong internal controls


What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years of property accounting or commercial real estate accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of CAM reconciliations, lease accounting, and commercial property reporting
  • Experience with Yardi, AppFolio, QuickBooks, or similar property management accounting systems
  • Proven ability to improve processes and implement efficiencies
  • Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach


Why Consider This Opportunity

  • Newly created role due to company growth
  • Support 5 properties directly and assist with an additional portfolio
  • Family-oriented culture with a highly collaborative team
  • Excellent work-life balance with minimal overtime
  • Long-tenured employees and strong leadership stability
  • Recently renovated office environment


If you have a passion for property accounting and enjoy working in a close-knit team where your contributions are visible and valued, we'd love to connect.

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