About the role
The Portfolio Accountant supports the accounting and financial reporting for a segment (Office, Industrial, or Retail) of the commercial real estate portfolio. Working under the direction of the Senior Portfolio Accountant and Controller, this role prepares general ledger entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and monthly reporting while building a strong foundation in commercial property accounting.
Job Responsibilities
Prepare routine general ledger entries and recurring journal entries (insurance, taxes, and mortgage interest) for review
Record cash receipts and disbursements promptly so cash management has accurate, current information
Identify and record monthly expense accruals with guidance from the Senior Portfolio Accountant
Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and preliminary bank reconciliations
Prepare monthly financial reports, rent rolls, and related schedules for review
Set up new tenants and tenant charges in Yardi
Post monthly tenant charges and receipts
Maintain supporting documentation for receivables and payables so reconciliations are audit-ready
Process and code payables for approval
Support the annual property budget and monthly reforecast process by gathering data and preparing schedules
Follow established accounting procedures and escalate discrepancies or questions in a timely manner
Other projects as assigned by the Senior Portfolio Accountant or Controller
Job Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
0 to 2 years of accounting experience; real estate or property accounting experience a plus
Working knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliation
Intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas)
Yardi Voyager experience preferred; willingness to learn required
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Organized, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Clear communicator who asks questions and takes direction well
Collaborative team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Eager to learn and grow toward a Senior Portfolio Accountant role
Founded in 1978 by Lucy and Henry Billingsley, the organization expertly builds, owns, and manages its properties, ensuring long-term client, resident, and partner return. Specializing in master-planned developments and principles of new urbanism, each Billingsley property signifies technology, convenience, and a vast array of amenities aimed to attract and retain tenants, residents, visitors, and employees. These amenities include art, sculpture, parks, trails, and outdoor public spaces.
With over 5,000 acres in DFW, Billingsley has built 5 million SF of Commercial space, 550,000 SF of Retail, 9 million SF of Industrial, and over 10,000 units of Multi-Family.