Real Estate Accountant

Real Estate Accountant

Harbor Group Management Company is a multi-billion dollar real estate investment and property management firm. As we continue to grow, we are looking for passionate, goal oriented, creative individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and great communication skills. Harbor Group is dedicated to outstanding customer service and providing exquisite living experience for our residents.

Location : Onsite, Norfolk, Virginia Corporate Office

Job Summary

As a Real Estate Accountant, you will be responsible for the accounting functions related to various real estate portfolios, including multi-family and commercial properties.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

These include the following but are not limited to the job specifications contained herein. Supervisory personnel may require additional duties or job functions that can be performed safely :

• Prepare monthly financial package with supporting schedules for a portfolio of properties
• Ensure fixed asset transactions (acquisitions, capitalization, dispositions, transfers, and depreciation) are correctly recorded in the fixed asset system
• Reconcile mortgage and escrow balances
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries to the general ledger
• Reconcile monthly bank statements
• Assist in preparing quarter-end and year-end packages for the CPA firms
• Assist in month-end closeout
• Assist in the recording of purchases and sales of real estate transactions

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or an equivalent discipline

2-4 years of relevant work experience in the real estate field

CPA a plus

Strong organizational and communication skills and attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage well through ambiguity and complexity

Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work well under pressure

Ability to balance time during busy month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting

2 years with a Public accounting firm is a plus

Experience with YARDI and MRI a plus

What We Offer

Competitive Salaries & Bonuses

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

401(k) Plan with Employer Matching Contributions

Paid Personal Time & Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Free Long-Term Disability

Free Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Health Savings Account with Employer Contributions

Wellness Perks

FinFit Health Finance Program

Employee Apartment Discount

Employee Referral Program

Employee Recognition & Awards

Employee Assistance Program

Volunteer & Community Service Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement