Property Accountant

Job Description

Who we are

The Domain Companies is a national real estate development and investment firm focused on making a positive and lasting social, economic, and physical impact on the communities in which we build. Domain is responsible for a diverse range of innovative projects including affordable, mixed-income and luxury apartments, condominiums, hospitality, retail, entertainment venues, and creative work space.

Our success is a result of our community-focused approach, collective entrepreneurial spirit, and the unique skills and experience of our people. Our team stays at the forefront of our industry by striving for excellence and innovation in everything we do. The result is a dynamic environment that encourages creativity and offers the opportunity for growth and advancement.

What we’re looking for

We are looking to add a  Property Accountant to our New York Corporate Office. Our Accounting team is small but mighty. As a result, this position will offer you exposure to our Senior Leaders, including our CFO. What makes this role unique is that you will have direct access and ownership of our entire portfolio. This includes our current properties in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Staten Island and Brooklyn. In addition to our growing portfolio in Gowanus (Brooklyn), Salt Lake City and more (TBD!). We will rely on you for monthly and quarterly reports used company wide and externally for reporting, analysis and planning. As mentioned before, we are a small team. This means that we are highly entrepreneurial and require you to be flexible yet quick on your feet (not literally). We have tight deadlines and rely on you to meet them. While we work hard, it’s important we take time to have fun and collaborate. Culture fuels us here at Domain, that’s why we host Company volunteer days, community engagement and volunteer opportunities, team building events such as Company Picnics, sporting events, and happy hours.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for independent auditors, internal associates and external parties
• Perform monthly accounting activities, such as bank reconciliations, deposit summaries, and cash position updates
• Record monthly transactions such as payroll, debt service and tenant charges
• Prepare monthly work paper packages and reconciliations
• Support the onsite Property Managers and other site personnel in all aspects of financial and transactional reporting
• Prepare annual CAM reconciliations
• Prepare reporting templates and formulate analysis using applications such as MS Excel and Yardi Voyager
• Support system improvement initiatives, including streamlining and automating processes and establishing cost efficiencies
• Assist with special projects, as needed

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• 1-3 years public accounting experience with at least 2 years of real estate industry accounting experience;
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
• Knowledge of Yardi Voyager or other property management related software
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/accounting theory
• Excellent analytical skills
• Clear communicator with ability to interact with associates, senior leaders and external parties
• Superior organization skills, detail oriented and able to multi-task
• A mature professional with excellent judgment, interpersonal skills and ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Positive member of an outstanding team!
• A desire to be innovative and entrepreneurial when approaching projects, tasks, and interactions
• Consistently and continuously strive to provide a high-level of internal and external customer service and professionalism

Company Benefits

• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement
• Commuter Benefits
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus Potential
• Fun Extracurriculars' and Perks
• Volunteer and Community Engagement Opportunities
• Professional Development Opportunities