Job Title: Property Accountant

Job Description

The Property Accountant will maintain accurate financial records and support day-to-day accounting operations for a growing real estate-focused organization. This role works closely with internal stakeholders to ensure timely processing, reconciliation, analysis, and reporting of financial information. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience, along with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Responsibilities

Perform daily accounts payable activities while ensuring appropriate controls, documentation, and approval processes are followed.Complete monthly bank account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies in a timely manner.Support the preparation of annual budgets and assist with invoice coding and tracking against budget throughout the year.Prepare and maintain recurring journal entries, including entries related to prepaid expenses and accruals.Assist with monthly budget-to-actual variance analysis and provide clear explanations for material differences.Prepare customer or internal billings and support timely collection and reconciliation of outstanding balances.Assist with cash management activities, including cash flow tracking and forecasting.Support periodic reporting needs, including ad hoc financial analysis, management reporting, and external reporting requirements.Assist with year-end processes such as 1099 preparation and coordination with external partners as needed.Perform general ledger maintenance and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.Participate in process improvement initiatives and support additional accounting projects as assigned.

Essential Skills

At least 5+ years of overall accounting experience.Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a property accountant.Hands-on property accounting experience within a real estate environment.Proficiency with Yardi property management software or a similar ERP system.Strong experience preparing and posting journal entries.Ability to prepare and analyze financial statements and financial reports.Experience performing account reconciliations and supporting month-end close activities.Solid understanding of general ledger accounting and balance sheet management.Proficiency in accounts payable processes and related internal controls.Strong finance and accounting foundation, with the ability to interpret and explain financial data.High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related field.Experience in real estate accounting environments.Familiarity with financial reporting for internal management and external stakeholders.Ability to support cash flow tracking and forecasting activities.Comfort working with budgets, budget-to-actual variance analysis, and invoice coding.Interest in contributing to process improvements and participating in special accounting projects.Strong communication skills to provide clear explanations of financial variances and results.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site role in an office-based environment, working Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, the office closes at 1:00 p.m. on Fridays while maintaining a 40-hour paid workweek. You will work within a small, collaborative accounting team of approximately four people. The office building offers a large gym with showers and lockers, as well as a brand-new spa where employees can receive a complimentary facial or massage once every other month. Lunch is provided every day, and employees are eligible for annual increases and bonuses. The setting is professional and team-oriented, with modern amenities that support work-life balance and employee well-being.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of White Plains, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $45.67/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n
• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in White Plains,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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