Property Accountant / Controller

Job Description

Responsibilities Manage the full accounting cycle for residential and multifamily properties, including monthly and year-end close, financial statement preparation, budgeting and variance analysis, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules. Ensure accurate financial records and promptly resolve accounting discrepancies. Manage tenant and rental accounting, including reviewing rent rolls and tenant ledgers, reconciling rental income and charges, monitoring receivables, and ensuring accurate security deposit records and refunds. Coordinate with Property Managers to resolve delinquent accounts and tenant balance discrepancies. Manage accounts payable by reviewing, coding, and processing vendor invoices, monitoring property expenses, reconciling vendor statements, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate vendor records and tax documentation. Prepare monthly owner financial statements, reports, and distributions; reconcile owner accounts, resolve discrepancies, and provide accurate financial information and variance explanations to owners and senior management. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and budget-to-actual analysis; monitor property performance and cash flow, explain variances, and work with Property Managers to control expenses and improve financial Performance. Oversee residential property accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close, and internal controls. Supervise accounting staff, coordinate with CPAs, auditors, tax professionals, and lenders, monitor property cash flow, analyze portfolio performance, and improve accounting processes and reporting QUALIFICATION Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. 3–5+ years of accounting experience for Property Accountant/Controller candidates. Previous experience in residential or multifamily property accounting is strongly preferred. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles. Experience with property-level financial statements and monthly close processes. Knowledge of tenant ledgers, rent rolls, security deposits, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and owner reporting. Strong Excel and financial analysis skills. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple properties and competing deadlines. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS Extensive experience using property management and accounting platforms, AppFolio. CPA or equivalent accounting certification. Experience overseeing accounting for a multifamily portfolio. Previous supervisory or accounting management experience. Experience with property acquisitions, dispositions, refinancing, or lender reporting. Experience with annual audits and tax preparation. Knowledge of residential property management operations. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, remote environment. Must be available to work US Eastern Time hours. Willing to use Teramind or another company-approved time-tracking system. Must be available for weekend emergency coverage when needed to maintain business continuity. Pay: Php120,000.00 per month Benefits Work from home Work Location: Remote