PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT
On-site · Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States or Racine, Wisconsin, United States
Job Summary
Property Accountant responsible for full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of residential and LIHTC properties, ensuring timely, accurate financial statements and LIHTC/compliance reporting; collaborates with Property Management/Operations on month-end close, budgeting, variances, depreciation, and cash management while producing owner/investor/lender reporting and supporting audits. Core duties include monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements, bank and general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, budget-to-actual analysis, fixed asset schedules, cost certifications, regulatory filings, AP/AR review, occupancy subsidies, and cross-department process improvements to strengthen internal controls and reporting efficiency. The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, LIHTC reporting, and close coordination with property teams, using real estate/property management software (Yardi, RealPage, Appfolio, MRI) and advanced Excel skills.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent
- 3–5+ years of property accounting experience
- Direct experience with residential and LIHTC properties strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting principles
- Experience with property management/accounting software (Yardi, RealPage, Appfolio, MRI, etc.)
- Strong Excel skills
- Ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines
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