Property Accountant

Location: Anaheim, CA

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Property Accountant – JLL

What this job involves: The Property Accountant provides full-scale accounting support for the property management team and functions as a key member of the management team. This role maintains accurate financial records, supports budgeting and forecasting activities, and assists with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. The Property Accountant reports directly to the Finance Manager and supports the financial performance and operational objectives of the assigned portfolio, ensuring compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Prepare monthly financial statements, reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, reclassifications, account analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and variance reporting for assigned properties.
• Manage cash and banking activities, including bank reconciliations, cash receipts, deposits, and banking-related transactions.
• Review and code invoices, support accounts payable processing, and maintain compliance with established accounting procedures and controls.
• Administer accounts receivable activities, including tenant billing, payment application, ledger reconciliations, collections support, and tenant account inquiries.
• Review lease documentation to ensure accurate billing, recoveries, and tenant charge calculations, and assist with CAM, tax, insurance, and utility reconciliations.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

3–5 years of commercial real estate or property accounting experience.

Strong customer service orientation and ability to build effective working relationships across functional teams.

Working knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting principles.

Experience with Yardi or similar property management/accounting systems.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Onsite, Anaheim, CA

At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. We choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams.

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position

90,000.00 – 100,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location

On-site –Anaheim, CA

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

401(k) plan with matching company contributions

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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