Property Management Accountant - CPA

Overview

The organization is seeking a CPA to join its Accounting team in a Property Management Accountant role. This position reports directly to the Controller and focuses on preparing P&L statements and balance reports.

This role offers flexibility to work either:

• Remote (work from home) from a US-based location
• On-site alongside the Accounting team at the Corporate Office in Orlando

Location

• Remote (work from home) from US-based location
• On-site option: Corporate Office, 201 S Bumby Ave, Orlando, FL

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: $40 - $45 per hour (based upon experience)
• Hours: 15 to 40 hours per week (open to full-time or part-time candidates)

Responsibilities

• Support the Controller in managing financial activities, including accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls
• Assist with day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, variance reports, and budget-to-actual comparisons for multiple properties within the portfolio
• Collaborate with property managers and leasing teams to ensure accurate and timely recording of property revenues and expenses
• Maintain fixed asset records and reconcile capital expenditures to budget
• Manage the annual budgeting process for assigned properties, working with property management teams to forecast revenues, expenses, and capital needs
• Support the Controller in implementing and maintaining effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations
• Assist with external audits and tax filings by providing documentation and explanations as needed
• Manage accounting and financial aspects of employee compensation, deductions, insurance programs, and benefits, including invoice review, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Work with designated representatives to review and post AR, AP, contributions, payroll transactions, and journal entries in QuickBooks

Requirements (Required)

• Licensed CPA
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Preferred Qualifications / Additional Skills

• CMA-certified accounting professional
• Full-service accounting experience
• Proficiency in property management software (e.g., AppFolio, Yardi, RealPage, etc.)
• Property management industry accounting experience (preferred)
• Experience with Payroll
• Strong Excel knowledge, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP’s
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and trends
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Knowledge of GAAP and experience with financial reporting requirements for multiple real estate entities

Benefits

Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month following your start date.

Health & Protection

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance ($50,000)
• Employer-paid short-term disability
• Additional voluntary benefits

Time to Recharge

• 3 weeks paid time off
• 12 paid company holidays
• Parental leave benefits for birth or adoption

Financial Wellness

• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Dependent care FSA

Growth

• Company-provided training and mentorship
• Real career growth opportunities with internal promotion

Equal Opportunity Employer

The organization provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.