Property Accounting Supervisor

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Property Accounting Supervisor is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and quality of work performed by the accounting team. This role provides direct supervision to accounting staff while also performing complex accounting tasks and supporting the monthly close process.

Accounting Supervisors operate within a defined market(s) and/or client portfolio, supporting execution and team performance under the direction of the Accounting Manager and Controller. This role serves as a key resource for training, problem-solving, and ensuring consistency across team processes.

Organizational Scope

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities for assigned properties and portfolios
• Supervise and support Staff Accountants and/or Senior Accountants
• Operate within a defined market(s) and/or client portfolio aligned to a Controller
• Support Accounting Managers and Controllers in delivering financial results

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Accounting Operations

• Oversee daily accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and transaction processing
• Ensure all transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company and client policies
• Monitor team workloads and ensure deadlines are met
• Assist with onboarding new properties and assignments where needed

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

• Support and coordinate monthly close processes
• Review reconciliations, schedules, and reports prepared by staff
• Assist in preparation of financial statements and reporting packages
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of supporting documentation

Team Supervision & Development

• Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to accounting staff
• Train new team members and reinforce standard processes and procedures
• Review work for quality and provide feedback for improvement
• Promote accountability, organization, and strong team collaboration

Problem Solving & Issue Resolution

• Serve as first level escalation point for questions, discrepancies, and issues
• Research and resolve complex accounting or transactional issues
• Escalate risks or concerns to Accounting Manager or Controller as needed Process Execution & Improvement
• Ensure adherence to established workflows and internal controls
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
• Support implementation of new processes, tools, or system updates

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and client requirements
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and support audit requests
• Help enforce strong internal controls across team activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 4–7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in property accounting
• Prior experience leading or mentoring team members preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and processes
• Experience with property accounting systems (e.g., Yardi, MRI, Avid, or similar)

Key Competencies

• Team leadership and coaching
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Organization and time management
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Communication and collaboration

What Success Looks Like

• High-quality, accurate, and timely completion of daily accounting tasks
• Well-supported and productive accounting team
• Consistent adherence to processes and deadlines
• Effective issue resolution and minimal escalation

What Makes This Role Unique

• Combines hands-on accounting work with team supervision
• Plays a critical role in ensuring day-to-day execution quality
• Serves as a bridge between accounting staff and leadership
• Provides a development path into Accounting Manager and Controller roles

Additional Information

Once you have completed your application, you will receive an email from [email protected] with a link to the Culture Index survey, which will help us gain a better understanding of your strengths and motivational drives. Please search for the "Remote - Property Accounting Supervisor" position in the Culture Index portal. We kindly request that you set aside 10 uninterrupted minutes within 48 hours of submitting your application.
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Stream is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, military status, or any other reason prohibited by law.

Stream Realty Partners offers competitive salaries, bonuses, medical/dental/vision insurance, pharmacy benefits, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with company matching, PTO, and holiday pay. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related reasons. 

To apply for a position, please visit our website at www.streamrealty.com