Property Accountant
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CFS is hiring two Property Accountants to prepare property financial statements, reconcile accounts, and support budgeting, with opportunities for growth.
Salary
Not provided
Location
Indianapolis, United States
Employment type
Full time
Workplace
Not provided
Property Accountant
Indianapolis, United States
Job description
About the role
CFS is hiring two Property Accountants to join an accounting team at a growing real estate organization. One position requires prior property management or accounting experience; the other is open to candidates with a broader accounting background. You will gradually build your property portfolio and will not be responsible for 15 properties immediately.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze financial statements for assigned properties, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
- Reconcile bank accounts, general ledgers, and balance sheets.
- Assist with budgeting, variance analysis, and financial forecasting.
- Prepare journal entries, accruals, and other accounting adjustments.
- Develop client relationships and serve as a professional point of contact.
Requirements
- Two to three or more years of accounting experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
- Property management or accounting experience.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Professional communication and client- or customer-facing skills.
- Ability to manage relationships with multiple clients and entities.
Preferred experience: Entrata or RealPage experience; audit experience or exposure to the audit process; public accounting or client-facing accounting experience; and experience working with multiple entities, branches, or locations.
Benefits
- Salary of $78,000–$85,000.
- Strong opportunity for career growth and advancement.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties and entities.
- Opportunity to transition into property accounting and expand your skill set.
Key facts
- CFS is hiring two Property Accountants.
- One position requires prior property management or accounting experience; the other is open to a broader accounting background.
- Salary: $78,000–$85,000.
- The schedule is fully in-office for the first 6 months; strong performers may work from home 1 day/week afterward.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Property Accountant do?
The role prepares and analyzes financial statements for assigned properties, reconciles accounts, and assists with budgeting and forecasting.
What qualifications are required?
The listing asks for 2–3+ years of accounting experience and a bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. Property management or accounting experience is required for one of the two positions.
Will I be responsible for a full property portfolio immediately?
No. You will gradually build your property portfolio and will not be responsible for 15 properties immediately.