- A trusted commercial real estate leader that is a well-established, full-service commercial real estate firm headquartered in Charlotte, NC, with a strong reputation since 1987.
- Fast-paced, high-volume AP team that supports a large portfolio of 100+ managed retail properties across multiple states, requiring attention to detail and process efficiency.
- Collaborative culture with a close-knit finance and property management team that values accountability, cross-functional support, and service excellence to internal and external stakeholders.
WHAT THEY OFFER YOU:
- A role with impact where you’ll directly support the financial operations of over 100 active retail shopping centers — a chance to gain deep industry exposure and contribute to accurate, timely payments that keep properties running smoothly.
- This is a great opportunity to build or expand your experience within the commercial real estate industry, particularly if you’re interested in systems like Yardi and property accounting.
- Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside professionals who value your input, encourage collaboration, and foster a results-driven but balanced work culture.
WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT:
- Manage the full accounting cycle for an assigned portfolio of properties, including bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
- Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals, prepaid and deferred items, depreciation, and amortization
- Perform month-end close on a timely basis and prepare balance sheets, income statements, and general ledger detail for each property
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including escrows, and loan balances
- Review and analyze budget-to-actual and variance reports; provide commentary to management and property managers
- Ensure proper capitalization of improvements, leasing costs, and development costs
- Monitor and track real estate tax, insurance, and other recurring obligations
- Support year-end close, audit, and tax preparation, including coordination with outside CPAs and delivery of schedules and workpapers
- Help maintain and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and documentation
- Prepare ad hoc analyses and reports for ownership and management
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment and take on additional duties as needs arise in a small company
BACKGROUND THAT FITS:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting through financial statement preparation
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple properties, deadlines, and priorities
