SENIOR PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT
Posted
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt Department: Accounting
About the Role
Arlington Properties is hiring a Senior Property Accountant to help plan, implement, and manage accounting functions across our multifamily portfolio, including month-end close, transitional accounting, and system oversight. This role works closely with operations, executive property management, ownership entities, and third-party advisors.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and support the professional development of a team of approximately 3–4 property accountants
- Oversee property reporting and accounting processes, including:
- Monitoring accurate, timely monthly financial reporting and analysis for owned and third-party managed properties, including assets in various stages of development
- Preparing and reviewing monthly operating statements for the managed portfolio
- Supporting external financial reporting requirements for lenders and owners (quarterly compliance reporting, annual external audits, tax requests)
- Serving as the point of contact for general accounting issues and communications with property management leadership
- Assist in preparing and reviewing cash flow forecasts to evaluate distributable proceeds and plan for contributions to cover operating cash deficits
- Work closely with accounting personnel to ensure adherence to accounts payable and treasury management processes
- Coordinate and oversee transitional accounting for assets entering or exiting management — including executing the transition plan, validating system setup, initial reporting, and reviewing final financials, as well as supporting documentation for asset sales
- Assist in the ongoing maintenance and setup of accounting systems
- Support accounting project initiatives and system implementations
- Perform other related duties as assigned and follow all company policies, procedures, and rules