What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Property Accountant position at Kushner?
At Kushner, we pride ourselves on our four core values: Be Caring, Be Best in Class, Be Solution-Oriented, and Be Accountable. Our values represent what we strive to achieve every day. Every decision we have to make is guided by the “4 Be’s”. Our team and passion for the real estate industry exemplifies what it means to live out these core values in our offices and at our communities day in and day out. Each new day is a learning experience at Kushner, whether it is the knowledge we bring, gain, or share during our journey together. Our team members are set up to aim beyond, achieve the utmost success, and for endless possibilities for growth. Come Grow With Us! If you're looking to make a difference within an organization and be recognized for your efforts, then come grow with us!
Senior Property Accountant – Residential Portfolio
Are you ready to take full ownership of the numbers behind a high-impact portfolio of residential properties? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your precision and insight directly support executive decision-making? If you’re an experienced property accountant looking to make your mark at a company shaping the urban landscape, we want to meet you.
About the Role:
As our Senior Property Accountant, you’ll play a key role in managing the full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of mixed-use assets. From journal entries and reconciliations to financial reporting and investor communications, your work will ensure accurate, timely, and strategic financial oversight across our operations.
You’ll collaborate closely with Property Managers, senior leadership, and external partners—bringing a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset to every task.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the monthly G/L close and prepare all journal entries for assigned properties
- Perform and review bank reconciliations; analyze and reconcile balance sheets
- Compile accurate financial statements and provide reporting for Controller review
- Manage monthly and quarterly property-level reporting
- Prepare deposits and weekly cash flow forecasts
- Assist with annual budgets and reforecasts
- Reconcile vendor statements and customer payments
- Track and report on job costs and project-related expenses
- Partner with Property Managers on billing, collections, and variance reviews
- Respond to financial inquiries from executive leadership, investors, and lenders
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- 3–5 years of property accounting experience, with at least 3 years in real estate
- Experience with mixed-use properties is required; commercial experience a plus
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting best practices
- Proficiency in Excel and property management systems (Yardi strongly preferred)
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, detail-oriented approach
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision
What We’re Looking For:
- A sharp, analytical thinker with a strong grasp of property accounting fundamentals
- Someone who brings urgency, ownership, and accountability to their work
- A self-starter who thrives in a high-performance, team-oriented environment
Ready to join a company that values your expertise and empowers you to make an impact?
Apply today and take the next step in your accounting career.
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer and Equal Housing Provider.
Salary : $80,000 - $95,000