Senior Property Accountant

Location: Washington, DC
Industry: Real Estate / Property Management
Experience Required: 5 years

The Senior Property Accountant is responsible for full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of real estate assets. This individual ensures accurate and timely financial statements, supports the close process, and partners with property management and asset management teams to deliver high-quality reporting and analysis.

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for assigned properties, including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow
• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide insights to management and asset teams
• Reconcile bank accounts, monitor cash activity, and oversee tenant receipts and disbursements
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of all property-level financial data
• Coordinate with property managers on budgets, forecasts, and operational reporting
• Assist with annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes
• Support external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and applicable lease agreements and loan documents
• Serve as a key point of contact for assigned properties and cross-functional teams
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within real estate or property accounting
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation
• Experience with full-cycle accounting and month-end close processes
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (Yardi, MRI, or similar preferred)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  
  

• CPA or CPA track is a plus
• Experience working with commercial, mixed-use, or multifamily portfolios
• Familiarity with lease terms, property management agreements, and real estate structures
  

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

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Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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