AVP - Property Accounting

Job Description Property Accounting

Position: AVP - Property Accounting

Location: Chennai & Coimbatore

Experience: 15+ years of solid accounting experience

Notice Period: Immediate to 15 days

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree

Industry: Property / Real Estate / Finance & Accounting

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Property Accounting professional with 15+ years of strong accounting experience and proven expertise in property accounting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, compliance, and accounting processes related to property/real-estate operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end property accounting activities for multiple properties/projects.
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Handle property-level income, expenses, accruals, provisions, and reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate accounting of rental income, operating expenses, maintenance costs, capital expenditures, and other property-related transactions.
• Coordinate with internal teams, auditors, property managers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory requirements, and company policies.
• Review financial data, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial planning for properties.
• Assist with internal and external audits and provide required schedules and supporting documentation.
• Drive process improvements, strengthen internal controls, and ensure timely closure of books.
• Lead and mentor accounting team members where applicable.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• 15+ years of solid accounting experience.
• Mandatory: Strong Property Accounting / Real Estate Accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience handling multiple properties/projects and property-level financials.
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of accounting systems/ERP and MS Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively.
• Prior experience managing or mentoring accounting teams will be an advantage.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates currently working in Property Accounting, Real Estate Accounting, or related finance functions.
• Strong understanding of property-related accounting processes and financial controls.
• Candidates who can join immediately or within 15 days are preferred.

Work Locations

Chennai | Coimbatore