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A company is looking for a Remote Senior Property Accountant. Key Responsibilities Supervise a team of accountants in preparing and reviewing financial statements for condominium and homeowners associations Ensure deadlines are met and communicate effectively with team members and leadership rega

Job Description The salary range for this position is 100,000 - 120,000 The benefits include 401k, vision insurance, dental insurance, health insurance, paid time off. My client, a commercial real estate company located in Union, has an opportunity for a Senior Accountant. · Complete understanding and familiarity of all Balance Sheet accounts. · Experience Supervising staff members. · General Ledger Maintenance. · Ability to understand and interpret financial statements. · Create and coordinate with property managers to prepare annual budgets. · Review reconciliation of capital/distribution accounts. · Preparation of Financing/Sale packages to Banks/Brokers. · Prepare template JE for Insurance and RE tax expense. · Respond to all bank reporting inquiries. · Prepare all Township/City inquiries real estate tax appeals. · Maintain schedules for Deferred Leasing Commissions and Deferred Mtge Costs. · Work/Communicate with outside accountants regarding tax return preparation. · Provide support for legal, management and accounting departments. · JE preparation for Sales/Financing transactions. Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience in the field., • Minimum of two years of accounting experience within the real estate industry., • Proficiency in Yardi software and advanced Excel skills., • Strong understanding of month-end close processes, general ledger management, and account reconciliations., • Ability to prepare and analyze journal entries and financial statements., • Skilled in interpreting complex documents, including mortgages and financial notes., • Excellent communication skills to coordinate with legal, management, and accounting teams., • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and execute special projects as needed.

Job Description Essential Duties * Manage subsidy billing/collections (HAP, Section 8, DRIE/SCRIE, NYC programs) and ensure compliance. * Reconcile payments, resolve discrepancies, and review tenant certifications. * Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and variance analyses; support budgets. * Advise property managers on subsidy procedures; complete reconciliations. * Provide financial analysis for assigned properties; handle ad-hoc tasks. Qualifications * Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance; 5–7 years experience (real estate/affordable housing preferred). * Yardi expertise and strong knowledge of subsidy programs required. * Skilled in GAAP/accrual accounting, reporting, and analysis. * Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. * Proficient in Excel/Word; able to manage multiple priorities under deadlines.

Job Description ABOUT THE ROLE Our firm has a proven track record of success through all market cycles and across multiple asset types. We are seeking a Senior Accountant who will be responsible for property-level accounting and financial analysis for a diverse portfolio that includes residential, commercial, self-storage, and industrial assets primarily located in the region. This individual will play a key role in supporting our real estate investment, development, and property management operations. RESPONSIBILITIES • Prepare and review month-end workpapers and perform detailed general ledger analysis, including fixed and intangible asset depreciation/amortization, loan activity, property taxes, insurance, reserves, and equity roll-forwards., • Review financial statements prepared by third-party property managers and provide supplemental accounting support and analysis as needed., • Prepare and coordinate all lender and investor reporting requirements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance packages., • Develop, prepare, and oversee annual operating budgets for all managed properties., • Monitor, track, and process Real Estate Property Tax payments., • Assist with audit and tax engagement planning and prepare year-end workpapers., • Manage the audit process with external CPA firms and review tax returns and K-1s., • Handle PTET filings, RPIE submissions, and tax certiorari-related filings., • Reconcile development project requisitions and collaborate closely with asset management and development teams., • Prepare ad-hoc financial reports, analyses, and schedules as required. Salary: $90,000 - $130,000

Job DescriptionCOMPANY SUMMARY Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) is a NYC-focused REIT that owns and operates a portfolio of well-leased, top of tier, modernized, amenitized, and well-located office, retail, and multifamily assets. ESRT’s flagship Empire State Building, the “World's Most Famous Building,” features its iconic Observatory, ranked the #1 Top Attraction in New York City for the fourth consecutive year in Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do. The Company is a recognized leader in energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality. As of September 30, 2025, ESRT’s portfolio is comprised of approximately 7.8 million rentable square feet of office space, 0.8 million rentable square feet of retail space and 743residential units. More information about Empire State Realty Trust can be found at esrtreit.com and by following ESRT on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. The dedicated team at ESRT is a collection of diverse individuals with a shared passion for excellence and a keen eye toward future growth. Headquartered in New York City, we harness the energy of the city in everything we do. We care for one another, work hard, and have a lot of fun doing it! We are Certified™ as a Great Place to Work® by the global authority, Great Place to Work®, on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviors. We prioritize and invest in the health and wellness of employees to attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent. ESRT values continuous employee development and encourages colleagues to excel in their roles and adapt to emerging business needs. From our crown jewel, The Empire State Building, to incredible buildings modernized for the 21st century, to outstanding customer service, and our decade-long leadership position in sustainability and energy efficient portfolio that is 100% fully powered by renewable wind electricity, we take pride in our work. ESRT seeks an equally passionate colleague to join the team, understand the vision and help achieve that vision. POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Accountant position in the Financial Reporting department is critical to the efficiency and quality of our best-in-class external and internal financial reporting as well as the interpretation of technical accounting guidance for financing, equity, and non-routine transactions. The role will also engage in process optimization, analytical review and SOX compliance. The position demands close and regular coordination and collaboration with various ESRT personnel within the controllership, finance, treasury, legal, property management and other groups within the organization. Additionally, the role is front-facing with ESRT’s internal and external auditors. RESPONSIBILITIES • Support and assist in the SEC and stand-alone reporting processes, • Prepare footnote disclosures to be included in the Company’s consolidated financial statements through collaboration with our various departments, • Prepare sections of the quarterly Supplemental Report and Earnings Release, • Assist in the preparation of support for other public documents including the Proxy and investor presentations, • Assist in the completion of the monthly and quarterly consolidation process, • Prepare clear workbooks in support of financial statement line items and disclosures such as stock-based compensation expense, interest rate swap derivatives, earnings per share and share buy-backs, • Collaborate with property accounting and finance teams to prepare consolidated and stand-alone property variance analyses for management and MD&A disclosures, • Prepare various required financial covenant calculations and reports, • Liaison with internal and external auditors to facilitate a timely audit process and report to various stakeholders on the status of internal/external audits, • Oversee ESRT SOX submissions to internal and external auditors, • Maintain equity ledgers and review equity conversion and/or transfer requests, • Process updates to equity compensation plan, • Keep abreast of accounting developments and stay up-to-date on the most recent accounting standard updatesWHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE, • You are eager to learn, dedicated to the development of both interpersonal and technical accounting skillsets, • Highly organized and efficient, you are able to take meaningful insights from discussion and apply them proactively to your work with a degree of independence, • You communicate questions and findings clearly to both the financial reporting team and to various other departments and external parties, • Analytical mindset; you obtain an understanding of the business and question ledger activity and data patterns when appropriate, • Controls-based mindset; you are able to effectively evidence your own review and are able to provide feedback to coworkers on sufficient review evidence, • Resourceful and collaborative, you optimize tools and leverage relationships effectivelyREQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES, • Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills (oral and written), • Self starter who understands the “why”, must be able to work with a degree of independence to complete tasks, • Controls-based mindset, • Ability to collaborate with various business groups and develop solid business relationships, • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; Excel skills include intermediate functions such as pivot tables, SUMIF, V or X lookup, • Experience with Workiva and/or Yardi functionality preferred, • Experience with data management tools such as Alteryx or Power BI preferredEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE, • 2-3 years hands on audit experience with a public company client base or equivalent experience at a public company, • CPA license, • Big 4 audit experience and/or public REIT experience preferredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at timesWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT, • At ESRT, like our tenants, our employees come from everywhere. We foster a collaborative work environment that captures top talent and cultivates the best ideas. As a Great Place to Work® Certified employer, we are committed to maintaining our positive work culture where employees are engaged and can grow and develop. In addition, ESRT employees embody our Company Culture & Success Factors -, • Adaptable – you are a self-starter who’s able to quickly digest and execute new processes to work both collaboratively and independently, • Dynamic – you are solutions-oriented, aim to improve processes and implement efficiency, and offer insightful feedback to improve ESRT, • Dependable – you take a strong sense of ownership and accountability over your work, • Passionate – you keep up with industry trends and are excited about the potential to propel the industry forward with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude, • Curious – you consistently look for new ways to work smarter, not just harder, • Ethical – you treat others with respect, act with integrity in how you perform your work, and embrace our collaborative culture, • Positive – you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through BENEFITS, • Competitive base salary and bonus, • Health/Dental/Vision insurance, • Company sponsored Life, AD&D, STD (with Salary Continuation), and LTD Insurance, • Voluntary Enhanced LTD Program, • Voluntary Hospital, Accident, and Cancer Programs, • 401(k) with 100% match up to 5%, • Paid parental leave, • Pre-tax transit accounts, • Employee Assistance Program for emotional, financial, and legal supportWELL-BEING, • Generous paid time off, • Flex remote work time, • Flex Summer Fridays, • Employee engagement programs, • Volunteer time off, • Continuing education, • Complimentary Empire State Building Observatory access, • Complimentary gym membership and other wellness benefits

Job DescriptionOverview Rose Associates is your gateway to an exhilarating realm of real estate innovation. Our dynamic services platform spans development, management, leasing, and marketing, catering to private and institutional property owners globally. In the unparalleled market of New York City, where unique needs and challenges abound, we've solidified our position as the go-to industry leader. Established in 1925, Rose Associates boasts almost a century of New York real estate expertise, continuously expanding across the tri-state area. Join us on the forefront of innovation and growth – Rose Associates is where excitement meets opportunity! We’re looking for a Senior Property Accountant to join our growing team! In this role, you’ll take ownership of the financial reporting and accounting operations for a diverse portfolio of residential communities, ensuring accuracy, insight, and excellence in every detail. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven accounting professional who enjoys digging into the numbers, collaborating across departments, and contributing to the financial success of dynamic, high-performing properties. Essential Job Functions • Maintain and reconcile general ledgers for multiple residential properties with minimal supervision., • Coordinate audits with client accountants and independent CPA firms., • Create and maintain work papers to support account balances., • Communicate effectively with asset management team and external clients., • Compile monthly reporting packages and ensure compliance with reporting deadlines on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis., • Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals., • Perform additional duties as needed and requested., • Ensure financial records for assigned properties are 100% accurate according to internal and GAAP standards., • Close year-end reports in a timely manner to meet auditor and client deadlines., • Meet monthly reporting deadlines set by clients., • Must be present with the ability to move throughout our corporate office to address employee and company related matters, ensuring effective communication with staff, vendors, and visitors., • Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting is required., • A minimum of 5 years of accounting experience within the real estate industry, with a preference for residential real estate experience., • Experience working on both accrual and cash basis is required., • Property transition experience is preferred., • Proficiency in navigating computers and property management software, to include Microsoft Office, P2P, ClickPay and Yardi., • CPA license is strongly preferred., • Work authorization (required)In addition to base compensation, full benefits packages are available. Annual Salary Range: $100,000 - $115,000 Powered by JazzHR 1CzUEKyJXZ

Job Description General Description DESCRIPTION The City University of New York (CUNY) is the leading urban public university in the United States, with an enrollment of 275,000 degree-granting students. The university comprises of 25 institutions: 11 four-year senior colleges, 7 two-year community colleges, and 7 graduate, honors, and professional schools across the five boroughs of NYC. The City University Construction Fund (CUCF) is a public benefit corporation established by New York State to provide facilities for CUNY. CUCF provides the technical staff for CUNY's Office of Facilities Planning, Construction and Management (FPCM), which is charged with the central administration of CUNY's capital construction program, including the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the University's campuses, comprised of 28 million gross square feet in 296 buildings. Reporting to the Executive Director of Financial Management, the Senior Controller of the Department of Facilities Planning, Construction and Management (FPCM) will be responsible for the following: • Preparation of the annual financial statements for the City University Construction Fund (CUCF), which involves ongoing communications with CUCF’s internal and external auditors, • Coordination and monitoring of financial transactions between City University and the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), including ensuring all year-end closing and adjusting entries are prepared, • Reporting to the State of New York, the City of New York, the University and college campuses management, and other external agencies, • Developing and implementing FPCM’s accounting and financial reporting policies and procedures, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, • Analysis of various financial data Other Duties • Functioning as the primary liaison with various governmental authorities, including the New York State and New York City Comptroller’s Office., • Supervising a professional staff., • Working on special projects and other related duties as assigned. Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is required., • Certified Public Accountant license., • A minimum of eight years of related experience., • Advanced degree in business administration, finance, economics, or related area., • Experience working in state or local government and/or public higher education., • Experience with New York State and/or New York City public procurement, budgeting, and accounting practices., • Experience as a member of, or working with, a Board of Trustees., • Ability to work effectively and collegially within a large, complex organizational system., • Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to lead and manage teams, and use strategic and tactical judgment to make decisions and handle various situations., • Expert knowledge of budget, human resources, procurement, bidding, and contracting practices and strategies in the government sector; expert knowledge of various government agency budget, human resources, or procurement reporting practices., • Ability to solve current and anticipated reporting issues., • Ability to set project priorities and adjust implementation strategies., • Ability to work effectively with staff, associates, and internal and external constituents., • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies; ability to explain complex concepts to professional college staff, college officials, CUNY administrators, and other staff in non-business areas; ability to listen and respond to the concerns/ideas of others., • Knowledgeable about policy review, data collection, statistical evaluation of data, and strategies for conveying results to users., • Ability to manage full-time and part-time staff in both field and central sites;, • Ability to recruit, hire, train, direct, monitor, evaluate, and reward competent staff; ability to discipline staff when necessary., • Ability to identify and provide for one's own personal development needs., • Skilled in negotiating budget modifications, contract modifications, and/or procurement prices. Knowledgeable of capital and operating budgets., • Ability to function as a fiduciary.Company DescriptionThe Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award). RFCUNY stands between CUNY’s principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors who support them and strives to fulfill its essential responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special responsibilities that include; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations; negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation; protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and compliance with applicable standards in research involving human subjects, animal care, environmental anThe Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).\r\n\r\nRFCUNY stands between CUNY’s principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors who support them and strives to fulfill its essential responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special responsibilities that include; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations; negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation; protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and compliance with applicable standards in research involving human subjects, animal care, environmental an

Job Description About the Company EqualAccess is partnering with a vertically integrated real estate development and management firm headquartered in Manhattan. With over 100 years of experience in New York City housing, our client manages a growing portfolio of residential and mixed-use properties. Their mission-driven operations blend best-in-class building management with community-focused engagement. This organization brings together housing, hospitality, and local partnerships to ensure each neighborhood is more vibrant, connected, and resident-forward. Position Summary We are hiring a Senior Property Accountant to support day-to-day accounting functions for a portfolio of residential real estate assets. This position is fully on-site at the company’s NYC headquarters and will report directly to the Head of Property Accounting. The ideal candidate has prior experience in property accounting, strong analytical and Excel skills, and proficiency in Yardi. Key Responsibilities • Perform monthly close process for assigned properties, • Prepare and review internal financial reports and supporting documentation, • Reconcile bank accounts and ensure timely posting of transactions, • Record mortgage payments, escrow activity, and reserve account movements, • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts for property-level activity, • Collaborate with site teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting, • Support audit and tax preparation by compiling year-end documentation, • Assist with compliance filings such as RPIE, tax petitions, and certiorari applications, • Participate in ad hoc reporting and analysis as requested Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, • 3–5 years of property accounting experience required, • Experience with Class A - Luxury assets, • Strong Yardi experience is required, • Strong Excel skills and familiarity with GAAP, • Previous experience with tax credit properties is a plus, • Excellent organizational and communication skills, • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple properties in a fast-paced environment Location: New York, NY (on-site, 5 days/week) Employment Type: Full-time Compensation: $100,000–$125,000/year + Annual Bonus Why EqualAccess We partner with mission-aligned employers committed to long-term employee growth. Every EqualAccess placement includes 6 months of coaching, professional development, and mentorship to help you thrive in your new role and build a sustainable career in real estate. Benefits (Offered by Employer) • 401(k) plan with 3% automatic contribution (regardless of employee contribution), • Fully employer-paid Medical and Dental (UnitedHealthcare) and Vision (VSP) options, • Pre-tax commuter benefits via WageWorks, • ClassPass membership with fully paid employer option, • 10 vacation days (5 rollover), • 2 personal days (expire annually), • 2 floating holidays (expire annually), • 8 sick days (accrues up to 35 days), • 11 company holidays, • Quarterly company events, • Corporate updates and executive Q&A sessions, • Summer outings & holiday parties

Job Description As VP of Finance and Accounting, you’ll be the firm’s senior finance leader — but also its core executor. This is a roll-up-your-sleeves role, ideal for someone who is comfortable both building strategy and completing the day-to-day accounting, reporting, and compliance tasks themselves. The VP of Finance and Accounting is also responsible for managing the financial activities of the company, adhering to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and the rules established by the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”) and other regulatory entities. You will work directly with the CEO and be deeply involved in financial decision-making. Responsibilities • Own and execute all accounting and finance operations — from data entry to month-end close to management-level reporting., • Handle general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals., • Develop and manage the budget and forecasts; track performance against plan and provide actionable insights., • Lead and perform cash management activities, including daily cash tracking, funding settlements, managing reserve requirements, and optimizing liquidity across accounts., • Monitor capital adequacy, liquidity, and cash flow to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory thresholds., • Identify and establish policies and procedures to manage Company risk, including trading, counterparty, and other fraud risks., • Prepare all regulatory reports for submission: FOCUS reports, Net Capital computations, Customer Reserve calculations, and other FINRA/SEC/SIPC filings., • Design, document, and improve financial processes, internal controls, and policies in a way that is scalable but practical., • Monitor counterparty, ACH, positional, and other risks associated with the Company’s various product lines., • Partner with compliance, human resources, legal and technology to develop and identify operational efficiencies, systems, controls, and procedures for improvement., • Partner with the Director of Trade Operations and Risk in establishing, executing, and maintaining the Risk Framework and policies across all products, including new activity assessments, operational risk/loss events, scenario analysis, risk and control self-assessments (RCSA), and emerging risk identification., • Develop and maintain operational risk metrics and reporting, including capital usage, cost of carry, position movements, and inventory positions., • Manage relationships with external auditors, regulators, banks, and tax advisors., • Build and maintain accounting and reporting tools, including QuickBooks, and Excel models, • Own and coordinate audits and tax filings, working closely with external auditors, tax advisors, and compliance vendors., • Self-starter who can operate autonomously, prioritize effectively, and own the function end-to-end., • Ability to thrive in a small team, wearing multiple hats, and switching between strategic and tactical work., • Detail-oriented, strategic thinker with analytical problem-solving capabilities., • Excellent judgment, conflict resolution skills and interpersonal skills., • Demonstrated ability to execute quickly, work under pressure and handle time sensitive items., • Trustworthy and ability to maintain confidentiality., • Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills., • Ability to juggle many different projects and priorities simultaneously., • Comfortable with ambiguity, adapts to change and navigates organizations with confidence., • Master’s degree in accounting, business accounting, or finance., • Certified Public Accountant license., • FINRA licenses: Series 99, • Demonstrated understanding and experience in corporate finance, advanced accounting, and regulatory issues., • Experience working at a broker-dealer preferred., • FINOP experience preferred., • Hands-on experience with FINRA/SEC regulatory reporting, including preparation of FOCUS reports and Net Capital compliance., • Direct experience managing cash operations in a regulated environment., • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision), • Retirement Plan (401k), • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays), • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity), • Short Term & Long Term Disability, • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Odeon Capital Group provides a total compensation package which may include a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and/or a comprehensive benefits package. The estimated base salary range for this position, at the time of posting, is $200,000 to $250,000, which is specific to New York and may change in the future. When finalizing an offer, we take into consideration an individual’s experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location. The final base salary amount that is offered to any candidate, in any location, will be determined on several factors, which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education, and/or regulatory licenses. Odeon Capital Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which employment processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination. Odeon does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected characteristic or other non-merit factor.

The Senior Accountant Operations plays a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of various college operations.This role is responsible for managing specialized accounting functions including fixed assets, planned giving, property and lease accounting, federal work-study billing, inven

Senior Tax Accountant Job Duties: Files federal , state, and local tax documents by preparing property tax returns, state pages, and federal, state, and municipal returns, extensions, and quarterly payments.

Property Accountant performs a vital job in the preparation and maintenance of financial, accounting, and statistical records. The ideal candidate must have a thorough knowledge of property accounting. Prepare monthly property-level Budget Variance reports.