Property Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Property Accountant to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial statements for assigned properties in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. This role requires coordination with both internal and external parties, including lending institutions, to distribute financial information efficiently. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in GL accrual accounting, preferably within the commercial property sector.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post all month-end journal entries to reflect actual financial results.
• Coordinate the distribution of financial information to necessary parties.
• Ensure compliance with SOX directed internal controls through appropriate reviews.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and documents for month-end financial reviews.
• Assist with audit requests and provide necessary documentation.
• Prepare straight-line rent calculations, acquisition journal entries, and lender escrow reimbursements.
• Update budget information as requested.
• Identify and implement more effective and efficient ways of performing responsibilities.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and assist with additional audit requests.

Essential Skills

• 3-5+ years of GL accrual accounting experience, preferably with property accounting.
• Proficiency in Excel, including the use of pivot tables and vlookups.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new accounting processes.
• Experience with real estate accounting and property management software such as Yardi or MRI.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Experience working with leases and ERP systems.
• Experience in a public company or REIT environment.

Work Environment

This position operates Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, fully on-site while on contract. Once permanent, there is an option for one remote day per week. The role requires on-site presence due to the public company status and the need for secure access to sensitive financial data.

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Catherine Sullivan

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

The pay range for this position is $ $36.06/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2025.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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