Sr. Property Accountant - Join a Premier Family Investment Office in Houston, TX

Robert Half is proud to partner with a successful, established family investment office located in the prestigious River Oaks area of Houston, Texas. This dynamic organization specializes in commercial real estate investment and management throughout the Houston metropolitan area. If you have a passion for property accounting and seek a role where you can lead critical financial functions while enjoying exceptional work-life balance, this Sr. Property Accountant position is your ideal opportunity. With a competitive salary around $90,000 and room for growth in a supportive team environment, apply today through Robert Half to elevate your career in real estate finance.

About the Role

As the Sr. Property Accountant, you will serve as the cornerstone of the accounting team, overseeing the full spectrum of financial operations for a diverse commercial real estate portfolio. This includes multifamily, office, retail, and other asset classes managed across Houston. Reporting directly to senior leadership in this close-knit family office, you will handle everything from day-to-day transactions to strategic financial analysis. The role demands a seasoned professional with hands-on commercial property accounting experience, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and insightful reporting that drives investment decisions. Embrace a collaborative atmosphere where your expertise directly contributes to the firm's continued success in one of America's hottest real estate markets.

Key Responsibilities

Your impact will be immediate and far-reaching. Key duties include:

• Overseeing comprehensive general accounting functions such as accounts payable/receivable, credit card and bank reconciliations, payroll processing, accruals, expense reports, journal entries, commission and loan schedules, and complex intercompany transactions.
• Managing the fixed asset lifecycle, including monthly depreciation and amortization calculations, asset capitalization versus expensing decisions, and maintaining meticulous documentation for business loans, refinances, and compliance requirements.
• Executing monthly property accounting tasks, meticulously reviewing financial reports for accuracy, ensuring proper allocations, and reconciling activities from third-party property management firms.
• Leading the monthly close process for financial statements, delivering in-depth management reporting and analysis, conducting budget reviews, and investigating variances to provide actionable insights.
• Preparing detailed monthly cash flow statements that account for capital improvements, significant expenses, and liquidity forecasting.
• Ensuring debt compliance through proactive oversight and preparing comprehensive annual financial reporting for lenders.
• Collaborating with property managers and owners to develop annual budgets, continuously monitoring budget-to-actual performance, and reporting on variances to optimize operations.
• Handling critical annual reconciliations for Common Area Maintenance (CAM), taxes, and insurance; managing tenant billings and collections, property tax payments, insurance renewals, and administrative cost allocations across entities.
• Managing payroll operations and all related tax reporting, including quarterly filings and annual submissions such as W-2s, 1099s, and Franchise Tax returns.

These responsibilities position you at the heart of the organization's financial health, blending operational accounting with strategic real estate expertise.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this role, candidates must bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in commercial property accounting, ideally within real estate investment or management firms.
• Deep understanding of GAAP principles, fixed asset accounting, depreciation methods, and real estate-specific financial practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and real estate accounting software such as Yardi, MRI, or QuickBooks.
• Demonstrated leadership in month-end closes, reconciliations, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with property managers, owners, lenders, and third-party vendors.
• CPA certification or pursuit thereof is highly desirable.
• Impeccable attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to thrive in a small-team, family-oriented setting.

Why Join Us?

This family investment office offers more than just a job—it's a career-defining opportunity in Houston's thriving commercial real estate sector. Enjoy outstanding work-life balance, with flexible hours and a supportive culture that values your contributions. Grow professionally alongside a dedicated team in the upscale River Oaks neighborhood, while making a tangible difference in high-profile real estate assets. Robert Half places candidates in roles like this that align with long-term stability and advancement. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to influence portfolio success await. Ready to advance your accounting career? Email your resume to Alyssa.white@roberthalf.com or apply now. Don't miss this chance to join a proven leader in Houston real estate investments!