About the Senior Accountant Role at Robert Half

Robert Half is thrilled to present an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join a prestigious Real Estate & Property Management company in the heart of Palo Alto, California. This full-time position is perfect for seasoned accounting professionals who thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and possess deep expertise in real estate financial operations. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting for a portfolio of properties, leveraging your analytical prowess to drive strategic financial decisions. With a competitive salary starting at $110,000 annually, excellent benefits, and clear paths for advancement, this role offers stability and growth in one of the nation's most vibrant tech and innovation hubs.

Palo Alto, known as the birthplace of Silicon Valley, provides an inspiring backdrop for your career. Work alongside top-tier professionals in a company renowned for its commitment to excellence in property management and investment. If you have hands-on experience with monthly closes, investor reporting, and Yardi software, this Senior Accountant job in Palo Alto, CA is your chance to elevate your career with Robert Half's trusted network.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve a comprehensive suite of critical accounting tasks tailored to real estate operations:

• Oversee the full monthly close process, preparing detailed reporting packages for assigned properties, including bank reconciliations for all accounts, cash balance reports, accruals schedules, and management fee calculations.
• Develop roll forwards and closing support schedules for balance sheet accounts with activity, ensuring precision in revenue recognition such as straight-line rent, percentage rent, and other income streams.
• Conduct trial balance reviews and flux analysis to identify variances and maintain financial accuracy.
• Post essential Yardi entries and elimination entries to facilitate seamless closings.
• Prepare monthly investor reporting, including cash positions and hotel operations financials where applicable, alongside quarterly investor templates, debt reporting, and asset management updates.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual lender reporting requirements, culminating in annual audit support by compiling PBC (Prepared By Client) items and addressing auditor queries.
• Lead the annual budgeting process, scrutinizing budgets from Asset Management and Property Management teams, and perform cash projections for quarterly distributions and monthly capital calls.
• Collaborate with Construction Accounting to forecast upcoming cash needs, recommend capital calls, and record related journal entries.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Senior Accountant position, candidates must demonstrate:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with CPA certification preferred.
• At least 5-7 years of progressive experience in senior accounting roles, ideally within real estate, property management, or investment firms.
• Advanced proficiency in Yardi Voyager or comparable property management accounting software, coupled with strong Excel skills for modeling and analysis.
• Proven track record in financial statement consolidation, account reconciliation, cash flow analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Expertise in GAAP compliance, audit preparation, and regulatory reporting specific to real estate portfolios.
• Exceptional analytical skills to handle complex flux analysis, straight-line rent calculations, and investor/lender deliverables.
• Strong communication abilities to interact with internal teams, auditors, investors, and lenders effectively.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.

Robert Half specializes in placing top accounting talent in Palo Alto jobs, ensuring a seamless match for your skills.

Why Join Us?

Partnering with Robert Half opens doors to unparalleled opportunities in California's premier real estate sector. Enjoy a competitive salary of $110,000+, a robust benefits package featuring health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off, plus performance incentives. The company's culture emphasizes professional growth, with mentorship and advancement potential in a collaborative setting. Contribute to high-impact projects in a booming market, all while benefiting from Palo Alto's innovative ecosystem. This role isn't just a job—it's a launchpad for your accounting career. Contact Christina Tran at Robert Half today to apply and secure your future in real estate accounting excellence. Keywords: Senior Accountant Palo Alto, Real Estate Jobs CA, Yardi Accounting Careers.