Sr. Property Accountant

Senior Property Accountant
Job Description

Arcan Capital is dedicated to delivering exceptional returns for our investors by providing outstanding homes for our residents. As a Senior Property Accountant, you will play a critical role in overseeing property-level accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting across a growing portfolio.

This role is ideal for a highly detail-oriented accounting professional with strong real estate experience, advanced financial reporting skills, and hands-on expertise with Yardi. You will serve as a key contributor to the accounting team while supporting leadership and mentoring junior staff.

About Arcan Capital

Founded in 2016, Arcan Capital is a rapidly growing company specializing in the acquisition and management of apartment communities across the Southeastern United States. With a team of over 100 employees—and continued expansion ahead—you will be an integral part of our success. We foster a collaborative, performance-driven culture and are committed to professional development, operational excellence, and delivering value to our residents and stakeholders.

Job Summary

As a Senior Real Estate Accountant, you will be responsible for managing the full-cycle accounting process for a portfolio of properties. You will lead month-end close processes, prepare and review financial statements, perform detailed reconciliations, and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.

You will work closely with the Controller while partnering cross-functionally with asset management and property operations teams. This role requires a high level of accuracy, analytical thinking, and the ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies at both the macro and granular levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of multifamily and/or commercial real estate assets.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, reclasses, and supporting schedules.
• Produce and analyze monthly financial statements, including variance analysis against budget and prior periods.
• Perform and review bank reconciliations, cash activity, and general ledger reconciliations with a strong focus on accuracy and detail.
• Monitor property-level financial performance and proactively identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies and procedures.
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and documentation.
• Utilize Yardi property management software for accounting, reporting, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with property management and asset management teams to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and reviewing the work of property accountants and junior staff.
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications & Skills

• 4–6+ years of real estate or property management accounting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and property-level accounting principles.
• Advanced experience with Yardi property management software required.
• Proven ability to prepare and review financial statements and manage month-end close processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to analyze and reconcile complex financial data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience mentoring or reviewing junior staff.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Prior experience as a Senior Accountant, Property Accountant, or similar role required.
• Experience with multifamily or commercial real estate portfolios strongly preferred.
• CPA or CPA-track is a plus.

Why Join Arcan Capital?

Supportive and people-focused culture — We prioritize long-term growth and employee success.
Opportunities for advancement — We promote from within and invest in our team.
Competitive compensation & benefits — Including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) with match, and more.