Enjoy a stable, high-impact accounting role supporting complex commercial properties, with the flexibility to transition from in-office work to a hybrid schedule after 90+ days. Contribute to high-visibility assets while partnering closely with tenants and operations teams in a professional, fast-paced environment.
Primary Services is actively recruiting for a Commercial Property Accountant to support a large, well-established organization within the commercial property development sector. This role offers the opportunity to manage accounting functions for sizable mixed-use or commercial developments, rather than multifamily assets, and to serve as a key financial resource for property operations and tenant relations. The position is well-suited for an experienced accounting professional who brings strong technical expertise and prior exposure to large-scale property development environments.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain property-level financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Manage common area maintenance (CAM) reconciliations and annual tenant billings.
- Oversee escrow and trust accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reconciliations.
- Review, code, and process operating expenses and utility charges.
- Serve as a front-facing accounting contact for tenants, addressing billing inquiries and providing clear explanations of charges.
- Support month-end and year-end close activities for assigned properties.
- Coordinate with property management and development teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Maintain detailed accounting records for large commercial or mixed-use facilities.
- Assist with audits and provide requested financial documentation as needed.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in property accounting within property development or large commercial facilities.
- Hands-on experience with CAM, escrow accounts, and trust accounting.
- Strong understanding of commercial lease accounting and tenant billings.
- Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to interpret utility charges, operating expenses, and financial reports.
- Experience supporting non-multifamily assets such as retail centers, office complexes, or mixed-use developments.
- Degree not required; demonstrated technical accounting expertise preferred.
