Senior Property Accountant - Multi-Family Residential

About Us: Mecca Residential is a growing leader in the multi-family residential industry, committed to delivering exceptional living experiences and building vibrant communities. We manage a diverse portfolio of residential properties and are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Property Accountant to join our dynamic accounting team.

Job Summary: The Senior Property Accountant will be responsible for full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of multi-family residential properties. This includes financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and close collaboration with property management teams to ensure accurate and timely financial data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and pay monthly property mortgage, insurance and annual taxes
• Receive, code, approve and pay property payables and expenses
• Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet analysis
• Manage full general ledger activity, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Prepare and review monthly and quarterly financial statements for assigned properties, meeting reporting deadlines
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts
• Conduct monthly variance analysis and provide explanations to management
• Support annual audits and provide requested financial documentation
• Completes regular HUD audits and reserve draws
• Collaborate with property managers to align financial reporting with operations
• Assist with cash flow projections and monitor cash activity

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of property accounting experience, preferably with multi-family residential properties
• Strong understanding of GAAP and full-cycle accounting practices
• Proficiency in Entrata (preferred), Yardi, or similar systems
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Strong ability to quickly learn systems and workflows and independently drive process improvements
• Experience building, documenting and optimizing accounting processes that align with GAAP and property management best practices

Preferred:

• Experience with HUD financed properties
• Familiarity with investor or partnership accounting

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented work culture