Senior Property Accountant

Lee Hecht Harrison

  • Irving, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • $70,000–$75,000 Per Year

Highlights

This role offers strong upward mobility, with a clear path to Accounting Manager as the organization transitions its property accounting function from an outsourced model back in-house. Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis; partner with Finance and Housing leadership to provide actionable financial insights.

Numbers & Facts

LocationIrving, TX
Salary$70,000–$75,000 Per Year

Description

Property Accountant

$70,000-$75,000 | Hybrid (3 days remote / 2 days onsite)

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a mission-driven non-profit organization in Irving, TX to hire a Property Accountant. This role offers strong upward mobility, with a clear path to Accounting Manager as the organization transitions its property accounting function from an outsourced model back in-house.

This position is responsible for full-cycle property accounting, including financial reporting, general ledger oversight, accounts payable, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in GAAP, hands-on property or real estate accounting experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset are essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead full-cycle accounting for assigned property portfolios, including income, expenses, and general ledger activity.

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and reporting packages.

  • Perform detailed reconciliations of bank accounts, escrows, reserves, and tenant ledgers.

  • Review and process invoices and vendor payments in accordance with internal controls.

  • Utilize and optimize RealPage Financial Suite (GL, AP, Financial Reporting) to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy.

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis; partner with Finance and Housing leadership to provide actionable financial insights.

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and affordable housing regulations (HUD, LIHTC), including oversight of restricted funds and reserves.

  • Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.

  • Support the transition of accounting operations in-house, including validation of opening balances and process documentation.

  • Contribute to process improvements and cross-functional collaboration initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

  • 2+ years of progressive accounting experience in property or real estate accounting.

  • Strong working knowledge of GAAP and property-level financial reporting.

  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with RealPage required.

  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines with accuracy.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.

If you are seeking long-term growth with a stable, mission-driven non-profit organization, we encourage you to apply.

Apply directly or email your resume to: Amy.Rhine@LHH.com

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Amy Rhine

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