Property Accountant Jobs

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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Overview

Open roles262+
Top stateTexas
Top employerJobot
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type55% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Bi-Mart
Property & Compliance Accountant
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Property & Compliance Accountant
Bi-Mart
Eugene, Oregon
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$62k - $71k/yr
1,001-5,000

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HTG Management LLC
Staff Accountant for Property Management
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Staff Accountant for Property Management
HTG Management LLC
Miami, Florida
Accounting
Audit
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Experience equivalent to degree accepted

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ghj
Senior Property Accountant
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Senior Property Accountant
ghj
Atlanta, Georgia
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$85k - $95k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance

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OTO Development, LLC
Property Accountant
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Property Accountant
OTO Development, LLC
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Accounting
Business Analysis
Corporate Development & M&A
$55k - $65k/yr
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Jobot
Property Accounting Manager
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Property Accounting Manager
Jobot
Pikesville, Maryland
Finance
Accounting
$100k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Property Accountant Job Market

Who's Hiring

Jobot
Jobot6 open roles
BXP
BXP5 open roles
Hines
Hines5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate19
  • Staffing & Recruiting6
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Investment & Asset Management2
  • Energy1

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 Jobot, BXP, and Hines, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 45% of property accountant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 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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