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Job description
Property Accountant - Metro Atlanta
Job Summary:
The Property Accountant is responsible for the full lifecycle of property-related accounting, including leases, capital expenditures, tenant improvements, and reconciliations. This role partners closely with the Real Estate team, oversees expense allocations, supports budgeting and forecasting, and ensures compliance with ASC 842 and GAAP standards. The position requires analytical rigor, strong organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts for rent, CAM, taxes, and utilities
Record monthly rent payments and manage tenant improvements, capital expenditures, and property-related assets/liabilities
Reconcile security deposits, landlord statements, and lease escalations
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual property financial statements and variance analyses
Support budgeting and forecasting for real estate costs across multiple locations
Produce ad hoc analyses for relocations, expansions, or lease renegotiations
Review leases and amendments for proper accounting treatment
Allocate real estate costs to departments, practice groups, or cost centers
Validate landlord CAM reconciliations and escalate discrepancies
Work with Accounts Payable to ensure timely processing of property-related invoices
Assist with internal and external audits, maintaining supporting documentation
Develop and maintain internal controls over property accounting
Ensure compliance with GAAP and firm policies
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting
3-5 years of property or lease accounting experience
Strong understanding of GAAP and ASC 842 lease accounting standards
Experience with accounting systems (e.g., Aderant or similar) and Excel
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Experience in professional services or law firm environment preferred
Familiarity with multi-office, multi-state lease portfolios
Professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information
Benefits: Competitive salary
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA and FSA plans
401(k) with 3% employer contribution
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Paid time off and holiday programs
Firm-paid life insurance and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Year-end bonuses and referral fee programs
Property Accountant in Atlanta managing lease accounting, real estate financial reporting, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance for multi-office operations.
Worksite address
atlanta, GA, 30383, US
Who can apply
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