Senior Property Accountant at LV Collective

We are seeking a Senior Property Accountant to oversee the financial reporting and accounting functions for a portfolio of student housing properties. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of property-level accounting, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple entities simultaneously. Experience in the student housing sector is highly preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the full-cycle accounting process for multiple student housing and mixed-use properties
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable processes and ensure timely vendor payments
• Prepare and track budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses at the property level
• Reconcile property bank accounts and monitor cash balances
• Coordinate with asset management, property management, and development teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Support year-end audits and tax return preparation
• Assist with onboarding and setup of new properties in the accounting system
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience in property accounting, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role preferred
• Experience managing accounting for multiple properties simultaneously
• Student housing accounting experience preferred
• Proficiency with property accounting software such as Entrata, Yardi, or NetSuite
• Strong Excel skills (vlookups, pivot tables, reconciliations, etc.)
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and property-specific accounting practices
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage deadlines across multiple entities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Business Skills:

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities with sharp attention to detail
• Skilled in prioritizing tasks and managing administrative responsibilities effectively

Bonus points for…

• Experience with lender reporting and capital call tracking
• Experience with NetSuite ERP, Entrata, or Ramp

Personal Qualities:

• Skilled multi-tasker with strong time management skills and keen attention to detail and quality
• Able to prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines, and ask for directions when needed
• Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and departments

Benefits

LV Collective offers its employees a collaborative, fun and flexible work environment inside its beautifully designed office located in Downtown Austin, Texas. Perks include unlimited paid time off, a pet-friendly office culture, a fully stocked breakroom with snacks, coffee and sparkling water, free parking, and competitive benefits including 401k, medical, vision, and dental. Team happy hours and lunches happen often, and ping pong matches daily.