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Property Accountant jobs are open across commercial real estate, multifamily housing, REITs, and property management firms, from entry-level staff accountant to senior and controller roles, with specializations in CAM reconciliation, lease accounting, and financial reporting. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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If you’re looking for an opportunity to apply your commercial real estate accounting experience in a collaborative, process-driven environment, Trinity Partners may be the right fit for you. At Trinity Partners, we believe great real estate starts with great people. Headquartered in downtown Charlotte, we are a full-service commercial real estate firm with additional offices in Atlanta, Columbia, Greenville, and Raleigh. We’re growing, and our Atlanta office is seeking an experienced Senior Property Accountant with commercial real estate accounting experience, strong technical accounting skills, and the ability to manage complex reporting processes with accuracy and accountability. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, communicates effectively across teams, and takes ownership of their portfolio and deadlines.
What You’ll Do
- Manage full-cycle property accounting for commercial real estate assets on both cash and accrual basis.
- Interpret and follow ownership, lender, and third-party reporting requirements and accounting policies.
- Prepare and maintain detailed accounting reconciliations, supporting schedules, and ownership reporting workbooks in a timely and accurate manner.
- Follow a structured and predictable month-end close process with clear deadlines, including bank reconciliations, general ledger entries, financial statement preparation, and report review.
- Maintain oversight of bank account balances, cash transactions, and reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly cash analyses based on ownership requirements.
- Monitor vendor payments and investigate variances or payment issues, following up by phone or email as needed.
- Ensure critical payments are processed accurately and on time each month.
- Communicate with property management teams regarding tenant rent payments or outstanding accounts receivable.
- Attend and participate in weekly team meetings.
- Handle other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in commercial real estate accounting required
- Experience with Yardi required, MRI or AvidXchange a plus
- Strong Excel skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Independent thinker who enjoys working as part of a team
- Valid driver’s license
Compensation reflects a competitive mid-career accounting range aligned to experience and the Atlanta market. This position offers the opportunity to work on large, complex commercial real estate assets with detailed reporting requirements and significant interaction across accounting, property management, ownership, and third-party stakeholders. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a structured, deadline-driven environment and enjoys taking ownership of detailed accounting processes and reconciliations.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to apply your commercial real estate accounting experience in a collaborative, process-driven environment, Trinity Partners may be the right fit for you. At Trinity Partners, we believe great real estate starts with great people. Headquartered in downtown Charlotte, we are a full-service commercial real estate firm with additional offices in Atlanta, Columbia, Greenville, and Raleigh. We’re growing, and our Atlanta office is seeking an experienced Senior Property Accountant with commercial real estate accounting experience, strong technical accounting skills, and the ability to manage complex reporting processes with accuracy and accountability. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, communicates effectively across teams, and takes ownership of their portfolio and deadlines.
What You’ll Do
- Manage full-cycle property accounting for commercial real estate assets on both cash and accrual basis.
- Interpret and follow ownership, lender, and third-party reporting requirements and accounting policies.
- Prepare and maintain detailed accounting reconciliations, supporting schedules, and ownership reporting workbooks in a timely and accurate manner.
- Follow a structured and predictable month-end close process with clear deadlines, including bank reconciliations, general ledger entries, financial statement preparation, and report review.
- Maintain oversight of bank account balances, cash transactions, and reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly cash analyses based on ownership requirements.
- Monitor vendor payments and investigate variances or payment issues, following up by phone or email as needed.
- Ensure critical payments are processed accurately and on time each month.
- Communicate with property management teams regarding tenant rent payments or outstanding accounts receivable.
- Attend and participate in weekly team meetings.
- Handle other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in commercial real estate accounting required
- Experience with Yardi required, MRI or AvidXchange a plus
- Strong Excel skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Independent thinker who enjoys working as part of a team
- Valid driver’s license
Compensation reflects a competitive mid-career accounting range aligned to experience and the Atlanta market. This position offers the opportunity to work on large, complex commercial real estate assets with detailed reporting requirements and significant interaction across accounting, property management, ownership, and third-party stakeholders. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a structured, deadline-driven environment and enjoys taking ownership of detailed accounting processes and reconciliations.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CohnReznick22
- KPMG20
- Brookfield Properties16
- Rangewater Real Estate15
- EisnerAmper10
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing101
- Investment & Asset Management71
- Banking & Financial Services63
- Construction & Real Estate61
- Consulting & Professional Services44
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in property accountant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Proficiency in property management software such as Yardi or MRI
- Experience with CAM reconciliations and lease administration
- Knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting principles
- CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification
- Strong Excel skills including pivot tables and financial modeling
Tips for Your Property Accountant Job Search
Tailor your resume to property types
Hiring managers distinguish between multifamily, commercial, and retail portfolios. Call out the property types you've worked with directly on your resume, because a REIT controller reads that differently than a residential property management firm does.
Highlight CAM reconciliation experience explicitly
Common area maintenance reconciliations are a core differentiator for property accountants. If you've prepared or reviewed CAM recs, name the volume and complexity, number of leases or properties, so reviewers can assess your scope without guessing.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists property accountant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Verify your Yardi or MRI proficiency before applying
Most property accounting postings list Yardi or MRI Software as a requirement, not a nice-to-have. Know which version you've used and be ready to name specific modules, like Yardi Voyager or MRI Commercial Management, during the phone screen.
Frame your interview answers around month-end close
Interviewers consistently probe your close process. Walk through your personal steps, journal entries, bank recs, accruals, financial package delivery, and name the typical cycle length you've maintained so they can compare it to their own expectations.
Negotiate using the full offer, not base salary alone
Property accounting roles often include bonuses tied to portfolio performance or year-end reconciliations. Ask about bonus structure, CPA exam reimbursement, and continuing education support before accepting, because those terms vary significantly across employers.
Property Accountant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most property accountants?
The companies hiring the most property accountants right now include CohnReznick, KPMG, and Brookfield Properties, with the largest share of openings in New York, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at large REIT operators, national property management companies, and commercial real estate investment firms.
How many property accountant jobs are remote?
About 25% of property accountant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting a broader shift in corporate accounting functions. Roles focused on financial reporting, lease accounting under ASC 842, and accounts payable processing tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to on-site property operations or construction accounting are more often in-office.
How do you become a property accountant?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, then gain foundational experience in general ledger accounting or accounts payable at a real estate or property management firm. Learning property management software like Yardi or MRI early accelerates your path considerably. Pursuing your CPA while building hands-on experience with CAM reconciliations and month-end close positions you competitively for senior roles.
Can you get hired as a property accountant with little experience?
Yes, entry-level property accountant roles exist specifically for candidates with a degree in accounting and limited work history. Employers in multifamily and residential management are often more open to training new graduates than commercial or institutional real estate firms. Familiarity with Excel, basic GAAP, and any exposure to property management software, even through coursework or internships, strengthens your application significantly at this stage.
What does the property accountant interview process look like?
Most property accountant interviews follow a two-to-three stage process. A recruiter or HR screen covers your background and software experience, followed by a technical interview with an accounting manager focused on your month-end close process, CAM reconciliation experience, and how you handle lease accounting. Final rounds often include a brief Excel or accounting scenario exercise and a conversation with a controller or finance director about team fit.
Where can I find and apply to property accountant jobs?
You can find and apply to property accountant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available listings, find the roles that match your experience and target property type, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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