The HT Group is currently assisting one of our Central Austin-based investment/real estate clients in the search for a qualified Senior Accountant for an immediate need. This individual will be responsible for day-to-day accounting tasks for 10+ commercial properties, monthly close, intercompany/CAM reconciliations, and ad hoc reporting focuses as-needed. Candidates must bring experience in a real estate accounting (commercial or residential) setting and possess a high-level of initiative and solid communication skills.
Direct-Hire – Hybrid (3 days in/2 remote) – $90-95K base + bonus (10-15%)
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Ensure accounting tasks are completed on schedule and inter-department dependencies are met.
- Oversee each assigned entities’ A/P, A/R, bank reconciliations, tenant ledgers.
- Prepare journal entries monthly or quarterly as needed.
- Analyzes and reconciles all balance sheet accounts monthly.
- Assist property/asset managers with the preparation of operating budgets and reconciliations.
- Investigate and resolve issues in a timely and satisfactory manner.
- Assist external CPA with annual tax returns and/or audits as needed.
- Collaborate with other team members to complete tasks; training as needed.
- Assist with special projects and other related duties as may be assigned.
Required Education/Experience/Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
- 3-5 years related work experience in real estate accounting required
- Experience with full cycle G/L accounting and month-end/year-end close process.
- Yardi ERP software highly preferred
- Intermediate-to-advanced MS Excel proficiency required
- Understanding of GAAP and partnership accounting
- Advanced knowledge of payables, receivables, budgets, and expenditure control.