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Senior Property Accountant

CFS
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2026
Our client is a nationally recognized Real Estate company and they're seeking a Senior Property Accountant. The company is one of the fastest growing and successful real estate providers in the country, therefore there is significant opportunity for growth and advancement within the finance/ accounting department. The company boasts a team-oriented and collaborative culture.

Responsibilities for Senior Property Accountant

  • Manage month end close, including preparing all journal entries / accruals necessary to complete monthly financials
  • Prepare bank reconciliations
  • Maintain monthly balance sheet work paper files
  • Produce accounting and property management report packages which meet distribution deadlines
  • Maintain proper internal control documentation
  • Ensure accuracy of lease information entered into accounting system
  • Prepare monthly management fee billing / reimbursement information for payment by owner
  • Review and approve capital and operating invoices for coding accuracy
  • Submit weekly accounts payable funding request to owner
  • Help with preparing capital and operating draw packages
  • Maintain depreciation / amortization schedules
  • Assist with quarterly reforecast and annual budget preparation
  • Interface with building management and owner representatives on financial and operational issues
  • Prepare annual escalation and settlement billings for CAM and RET charges
  • Responsible for the payment of real estate taxes and monitoring of letters of credit
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned

Required Qualifications For Senior Property Accountant

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience/education
  • Minimum 2 years full cycle real estate experience in either mixed use or industrial
  • Exceptionally strong qualitative and analytical skills
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft based software
  • Ability to work efficiently and independently

Yearly Compensation $80,000 - $100,000 plus benefits

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Salary : $80,000 - $100,000

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