SATELLITE MANAGEMENT CO.
Property Accountant
Santa Ana, CA • Hybrid (3 days in-office / 2 days remote) • $72,000–$80,000 Annually
Corporate Accounting Department • Reports to Controller • Non-Exempt
ABOUT THE ROLE
Satellite Management Co. (SMC) is looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Property Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team. In this role, you will manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of residential and commercial properties, ensuring accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP. You will partner closely with onsite property staff, the Controller, and external CPA partners in a hybrid work environment — three days in our Santa Ana office, two days remote.
This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional with real estate or property management experience who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and is eager to grow with a company that values continuous learning and process improvement.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Prepare weekly bank reconciliations for all cash accounts, resolving discrepancies promptly
- Prepare ACH transfers, EFT external batches, and oversee weekly check runs affecting GL intercompany accounts
- Prepare monthly journal entries and accruals with supporting schedules for balance sheet and income statement
- Reconcile operating and security deposit accounts, and key balance sheet reserves (property tax, insurance)
- Assist in monthly variance analysis (actual vs. budget) and prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements
- Post bi-monthly payroll entries with GL allocations; calculate and post monthly SMC management fees
- Manage Escheat / Unclaimed Property reporting and action aged deposits or disbursements (30+ days)
- Maintain commercial ledgers and monitor lease-related accounting activities for an industrial complex
- Serve as vendor relations contact — set up and maintain vendor accounts, partner with Operations on compliance
- Support new property acquisitions, lease-ups, annual budget preparation, and year-end CPA requests
- Participate in department-wide initiatives to streamline processes and expand professional development
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP standards and accounting principles
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas) and proficiency in MS Office
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Preferred:
- Experience in real estate, property management, or a related industry
- Yardi Voyager 7S and/or Yardi Elevate experience
WHY JOIN SMC?
- Competitive salary: $72,000–$80,000 annually
- Flexible hybrid schedule — 3 days in Santa Ana office, 2 days remote
- Collaborative team culture with direct access to leadership
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities supported by the company
- Opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic real estate environment
HOW TO APPLY
If you are a motivated accounting professional ready to bring your skills to a growing real estate company, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
Satellite Management Co. is an equal opportunity employer.