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Description About the Role: Robert Half is seeking an experienced Property Accountant for an onsite, full-time contract position with one of our valued clients in the real estate/property management industry in Palo Alto, California. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and a strong background in real estate accounting. As a Property Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing financial operations specific to property management, including reconciliations, reporting, and assisting with budgeting processes. Key Responsibilities: + Property Financial Reporting: Prepare and maintain accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple properties. + Accounting Operations: Handle day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) management, tenant billing, and rent payments. + GL Reconciliation: Perform general ledger account reconciliation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of entries related to property operations. + Budget Assistance: Collaborate with property managers to develop and track property budgets, forecasts, and variance reports. + Bank Reconciliation: Conduct daily and monthly bank reconciliations and journal entries for assigned properties. + Audit and Compliance: Assist in audits and maintain compliance with internal controls/policies, as well as state and regional property management regulations. + CAM Reconciliations: Handle common area maintenance (CAM) reconciliations, ensuring accurate allocation and billing of tenant charges. + Lease Analysis: Review and interpret tenant leases to ensure proper billing, including rent escalations and reimbursement clauses. + Special Projects: Provide additional support on ad hoc projects as needed. Requirements Requirements: + Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. + Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of property accounting experience, preferably within the real estate or property management industries. + Technical Skills: Proficiency in property management software such as Yardi, MRI, or AppFolio; advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.). + Knowledge: Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and property-specific accounting practices, including CAM reconciliations. + Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to liaison effectively with property managers, tenants, and other stakeholders. + Attention to Detail: Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and resolve discrepancies accurately and efficiently. Preferred Skills: + Experience with tax preparation for real estate entities. + Familiarity with lease auditing and revenue recognition principles. + Payroll or timekeeping Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

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