What are the responsibilities and job description for the Property Accounting Manager position at J. Jeffers & Co.?
THE COMPANY – MISSION-DRIVEN REAL ESTATE
J. Jeffers & Co. is a mission-driven real estate development and investment firm headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with a proven track record of success across multiple asset classes, capital structures, and construction types. Our success is the result of an experienced leadership team, innovative approach to create change, our commitment to community revitalization, and a solution-focused process.
Developing Communities, Creating Value; these are not simply headlines on a page. These statements truly guide the mission and vision of our work. We believe through the power of our developments - historic preservation, adaptive reuse, along with architecturally sensitive new construction - we can build lasting value and deliver catalytic impact to the communities we work in.
We channel our spirit of entrepreneurship and innovative thinking into every project we do. The success of our portfolio reflects our collaborative determination and perseverance. The foundation for everything we do is rooted in our company values and investment philosophies, all of which are essential for achieving high-quality outcomes for our partners and stakeholders.
JOB SUMMARY
The Property Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting functions related to the Jeffers portfolio of residential properties. This role ensures accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with company policies and procedures, and provides leadership and direction to a team of property accountants. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting skills, experience in real estate or property management accounting, and thrives in fast-paced environment. This role reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
- Manage and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for a portfolio of residential properties.
- Help build, then supervise and support a team of property accountants, including training, performance management, and workflow coordination.
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
- Ensure accurate and timely posting of rent rolls, tenant charges, and other income items.
- Monitor property budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis in collaboration with property managers.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and accounting standards (GAAP).
- Coordinate year-end audits and tax return preparation with external auditors and tax professionals.
- Collaborate with operations and asset management teams to support business goals and decision-making.
- Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
- Maintain knowledge of relevant industry regulations and best practices.
- Other duties assigned by the Chief Operating Officer.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.
- 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least two years in a supervisory or management role.
- Experience in residential property management or real estate accounting required.
- Strong understanding of property management accounting systems (Yardi).
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management software.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
