Senior Property Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a mission-driven affordable organization seeking an experienced Property Accountant to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys managing a property portfolio, working cross-functionally with operations and asset management teams, and contributing to the financial success of an organization dedicated to creating affordable housing opportunities.
The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills, experience managing multiple entities or properties, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.
Position Overview
The Property Accountant will be responsible for the full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of approximately 10-12 properties. This individual will oversee month-end close, account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, variance analysis, and investor reporting while partnering closely with property management and leadership teams.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage the full accounting cycle for a portfolio of approximately 10-12 properties
• Perform month-end close activities and ensure timely completion of reporting requirements
• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy
• Complete account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Analyze financial activity and investigate unusual account fluctuations
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Review budget-to-actual results and provide detailed variance explanations
• Process and reconcile intercompany transactions
• Review accounts payable activity and validate account coding
• Partner with property management teams regarding rent activity, deposits, and property-level financial matters
• Coordinate with asset management teams regarding reporting requirements and deadlines
• Support investor and lender reporting requests
• Assist with audit preparation and year-end financial reporting
• Support special projects, financial analysis, and ad hoc reporting needs
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience required
• 5+ years of accounting experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of:
• General Ledger Accounting
• Journal Entries
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Account Reconciliations
• Month-End Close
• Budget Variance Analysis
• Experience managing multiple entities, portfolios, or business units
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial analysis tools
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet reporting deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
Preferred Qualifications
• Property accounting or real estate accounting experience
• Affordable housing, nonprofit housing, or multifamily housing experience
• Experience with investor and lender reporting
• Knowledge of intercompany accounting
• Experience with work-in-progress (WIP) accounting
• Experience using Yardi
• Experience with MIP Fund Accounting software
Benefits
LHH Recruitment Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
Pay Details
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, education, and market factors. Hourly pay rate range of $59.70 to $66.23 an hour. The role is in San Francisco, CA with a hybrid schedule.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act.
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Pay Details: $59.70 to $66.23 per hour
Search managed by: Kelsie Bailey
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.