What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multifamily Property Accountant position at North Coast Property Group, Inc.?
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Property Accountant to join our team of dedicated professionals in Carlsbad, CA. This role supports a multifamily real estate portfolio and is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and consistently meets month-end reporting deadlines. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in multifamily or property management, and strong proficiency in Yardi Voyager.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of accounting experience; multifamily or property management experience strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Yardi Voyager highly desired
- High school diploma required; a degree in Accounting is preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook, and 10-key by touch
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including regular interaction with property management personnel, senior leadership, vendors, and lenders
- Client-service oriented; confident, proactive, and professional
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and follow up consistently
- Ability to work efficiently and accurately under deadlines
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly financial statements for assigned properties, including chart of accounts maintenance, trial balance review, and journal entry processing
- Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of daily revenue reporting
- Manage accounts payable — verify invoices, confirm coding and approvals, and ensure vendors are paid on time
- Maintain the general ledger and reconcile balance sheet accounts each month
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and daily treasury management across property bank accounts
- Record monthly accruals, prepaid expenses, and associated journal entries
- Analyze actual results against budget; identify and explain variances and extraordinary expenses
- Assist with cash projections and funding requests
- Monitor real and personal property tax status and ensure timely payment
- Partner with the Controller daily on property cash management and other operational matters
- Prepare required compliance reporting
Additional Responsibilities
Depending on the specific engagement, responsibilities may also include:
- Serving as the primary point of contact for properties managed by third-party management companies
- Ensuring timely month-end close and release of final financials in accordance with reporting schedules and lender requirements
- Reviewing bank reconciliations prepared by third-party accounting service providers for completeness and accuracy
- Initiating wires, transfers, and ACH payments as needed
- Coordinating with the Controller to set up operating, money market, and security deposit bank accounts
- Managing online banking for assigned properties
- Supporting the Controller with audit and tax requirements
- Assisting in the preparation of annual audits
- Preparing year-end accounting and compliance reporting for applicable governmental entities
- Other duties as assigned
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $70,000 – $100,000 annually (DOE)
Benefits: Paid time off, health benefits, and 401(k)
Location: Carlsbad, CA (on-site, with the potential to transition to work from home hybrid)
About Us
We are proud to be based in Carlsbad, CA with an outstanding team of dedicated professionals. If you are a motivated property accountant looking to grow your career in multifamily real estate, we would love to hear from you.
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000