What are the responsibilities and job description for the Property Accountant position at LHH?
Property Accountant
$70,000–$80,000 | Hybrid
LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a real estate organization in the Irving area 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.
- 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 Yardi, MRI, or 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
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000