Description

Prodigy Real Estate Group is looking for a property accountant to join their growing accounting team. The goal of the position is to provide a timely and accurate account of the monthly financial activity of a portfolio of assets. The ideal candidate is ambitious, has an entrepreneurial mindset, and a genuine passion for growth. The position includes the opportunity to interact with upper management and learn directly from the executives of the company.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements.
• Process in a timely manner accounts receivable and accounts payable for assigned properties.
• Abstract and input new leases into accounting system.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.
• Analyze general ledger activity for accuracy and budget variances and report on discrepancies.
• Calculate annual CAM/RET reconciliations.
• Collaborate with property management in preparing annual budgets.
• Ad Hoc projects and analysis from management.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 1-3 years of prior experience in commercial real estate
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines
• CPA candidate a plus
• Knowledge of AppFolio, AppFolio, Excel, Word a plus

Pay

$55,000 – $80,000 per year

Job Type

Full-Time

Benefits

• Dental/Medical/Eye insurance
• Flexible working schedule (hybrid opportunities)
• 401K
• Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance.
• 20 vacation days

Duties:

Manage day-to-day operations of multi-family properties throughout the Chicago Area.  Handle tenant inquiries and provide excellent customer service.  Coordinate and schedule property maintenance and repairs.  Assist with lease administration, including preparing lease agreements and renewals.  Conduct property inspections to ensure compliance with safety and maintenance standards.  Maintain accurate records and files.  Assist in marketing efforts.  Utilize management software system (AppFolio).  Report to Director of Multi-Family Property Management.

Qualifications:

Previous experience in property management or related field.  Detail oriented.  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.  Ability to negotiate contracts and handle tenant matters effectively.  Knowledge of facilities management practices.  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.  Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Required to have:

• Valid driver’s license
• Illinois Real Estate Brokers License, or
• Illinois Apartment Leasing Agent License
• If you don’t possess either real estate license, you must obtain one of them within 120 days of start date (company will pay for class and testing)

Pay:

$60,000 – $80,000 per year

Job Type:

Full-Time

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)