Property Accounting Supervisor

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Core Spaces Full time
Position Overview

Core Spaces is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Property Accounting Supervisor to oversee financial operations within our organization. This role will focus on the management and review of property accounting financials, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the accounting month-end close process.

Key Responsibilities

As a Property Accounting Supervisor, your primary duties will include:
  • Managing and guiding the third-party accounting team to ensure effective operations.
  • Reviewing consolidated analyses and journal entries prepared by the accounting team for the entire property portfolio.
  • Collaborating with the Reporting Manager to facilitate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
  • Working closely with community operations staff and asset managers to ensure alignment and efficiency.
  • Analyzing monthly variances from budget and assisting with explanations and necessary corrections.
  • Assisting in the preparation of annual budgets in collaboration with community operations and asset management teams.
  • Ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures while resolving any accounting-related issues.
  • Reviewing ledger details, adjusting journal entries, and supporting monthly schedules.
  • Preparing financial reports for sold entities, including managing re-prorations between buyers and sellers.
  • Leading training sessions to provide guidance on Core's accounting policies.
  • Reviewing bank reconciliations and journal entries as required.
  • Ensuring the property accounting team meets all internal and external deadlines.
  • Identifying and implementing improvements to Standard Operating Procedures and Best Practice Memos.
  • Assisting with ad hoc projects as necessary.
  • Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:
  • A minimum of 1-3 years of supervisory experience and 8 years of accounting experience within the real estate sector.
  • A Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA or Master's degree preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP compliance.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
  • A proactive approach to learning new technologies and enhancing technical skills.

Preferred Skills

Experience with:
  • Yardi or Entrata systems.
  • Implementing process improvements and adaptability to change.
  • Enhancing business processes for greater efficiency and success.
  • Managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment.

Reporting Structure

This position reports to the Director of Property Accounting. There are no direct reports associated with this role.

Core Spaces Commitment

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, ensuring every employee feels valued and respected.

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