Portfolio Accountant
21 days ago
Houston
Job Description Why The Morgan Group? At The Morgan Group, we are more than our 70+ multifamily properties — we are a community built on people. We believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity, from our team members and partners to our residents, clients, subcontractors, and vendors. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where every idea, perspective, and contribution is valued, and where everyone feels heard and appreciated. Our Core Values are the foundation of our success — they guide how we hire, reward, and evaluate every member of the Morgan team. Morgan Core Values We are Self-Starters * * • In it to win it, • We take initiative, • We are team players, • We are inclusive, • We are reliable, • We seek excellence, • We learn from our mistakes, • We strive to improve, • Embrace challenges & be optimistic, • We are resilient, • Choose positivity, • Do the right thing, • We are honest and have high integrity, • We make good decisions, • Advancement opportunities, • Training, • Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision, • Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Limited Purpose), • Health Savings Account, • Voluntary Life Insurance, • Long-Term Disability Insurance, • Company Paid Life Insurance, • Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance, • 401K (Traditional & Roth) with Company Match, • Employee Assistance Program, • Paid Time Off plans including:, • Vacation, • Sick, • Floating Holiday, • Bereavement Leave, • Holiday Schedule, • Referral Bonus Program Joining Morgan Group means more than just a job — it’s a chance to learn, grow, and build a career you’re proud of. From property management and maintenance to construction and development, we provide the tools, training, and team support to help you reach your full potential. Duties and responsibilities Daily/Weekly • Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with property management teams., • Communicate accounting policies, including accrual methodologies, to property managers and regional property managers., • Record unposted cash transactions (e.g., distributions, mortgage payments, and other activity)., • Perform detailed monthly reviews of property revenues and expenses; identify, investigate, and correct discrepancies., • Analyze trends, budgets, and invoices to validate accruals and expense classifications., • Prepare and communicate adjusting entries to the Regional Controller and property management teams., • Compile and post routine general ledger entries, including importing accounts receivable data and recording standard accruals (e.g., taxes and insurance)., • Prepare income and expense accruals for monthly financials and submit preliminary reports within established deadlines., • Perform monthly bank reconciliations for assigned portfolio., • Maintain and update accounting schedules, including balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset schedules., • Prepare and maintain owner-specific reporting and reconciliations as required., • Ensure strict adherence to all deadlines within the accounting calendar., • Assist with audits by providing supporting documentation, analysis, and explanations for financial activity., • Utilize data analytics and AI tools, where appropriate, to identify anomalies, improve reporting efficiency, and enhance financial insights., • Support process improvements and automation initiatives within the accounting function., • Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Controller, National Controller, or Chief Accounting Officer. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; 1–3 years of real estate accounting experience preferred., • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel required., • Experience with property management/accounting systems such as OneSite, Entrata, MRI, or Yardi preferred., • Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)., • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills., • Ability to build effective working relationships across teams., • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities., • Experience using automation, data analytics, or AI-assisted tools in accounting or finance workflows., • Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process efficiency and innovation.