Financial Accountant

MLG Capital

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Goerke's Corners, Wisconsin

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Financial Accountant manages day-to-day accounting operations for multiple properties, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation. They collaborate with property managers and owners to ensure accurate reporting and handle commercial tenant billing and CAM reconciliations.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 1-2 years of accounting experience, ideally in property management or real estate. You are proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel, with a strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.

Must Have Skills for ATS

bank reconciliations

deposit receipts

revenue and expense activity

general ledger journal entries

supporting schedules

monthly financial statements

Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations

entry leases

draw requests

GAAP

Excel

Job Description

Description

The Financial Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the financial integrity of multiple properties by managing day-to-day accounting operations. This role is responsible for monitoring accounts payable and receivable, performing reconciliations, posting journal entries, and preparing accurate and timely financial statements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and has strong analytical skills including excel proficiency, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Accounting peers, Asset Managers, and Property Managers and communicate financial information clearly.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform monthly bank reconciliations and process deposit receipts
  • Collaborate with Property Managers to ensure accurate financial reporting
  • Monitor revenue and expense activity, identifying and correcting discrepancies
  • Post general ledger journal entries and maintain supporting documentation
  • Reconcile account balances to supporting schedules
  • Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements for multiple properties
  • Review and calculate Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations 
  • Review and enter leases, calculate commercial tenant billing 
  • Communicate financial statement results to property owners
  • Prepare and submit draw requests in accordance with funding guidelines

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 1-2 years of experience in accounting, preferably in property management or real estate
  • Experience preparing financial statements 
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
  • Proficient in accounting software and solid Microsoft Excel skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and critical thinking 
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Yardi property management software is a plus 
  • Familiarity with real estate accounting

Working Conditions

  • Standard office environment, open cubicles, quiet to moderate noise levels
  • Hybrid work environment, minimum 3 days in office at Brookfield HQ

Why Join Us?

At MLG Capital, we don’t just invest in real estate—we build lasting value. As a direct real estate operator and private equity investment firm with over 35 years of experience, we’re proud to deliver consistent, long-term results for our investors across the country. Integrity is at the heart of everything we do, and our strong track record speaks for itself.

What makes MLG truly special is our people. Our Accounting Department is led by a team who bring passion, precision, and leadership to every financial decision. It’s a collaborative, and empowering environment where your voice matters and your work makes a direct impact. If you’re looking to grow your career alongside experienced professionals in a mission-driven company, MLG Capital is the place for you.

MLG Capital

MLG Capital is a direct real estate operator and private equity real estate investment firm focused on maximizing our client's’ investment capital. Our 35+ year operating history is rooted in absolute integrity, which shows in our clients’ results; our track record of favorable returns has earned us a strong reputation and following of thousands of satisfied investors across the USA. Our experience is in real estate investment and management first, so when it comes to selecting properties, you know there are experts at the helm considering all possibilities. MLG Capital’s strong market knowledge has allowed us to build a presence in multiple states through our own operations and those of our joint venture partners (across the country, primarily in Southeastern, South Central and Midwest markets). We believe that a strong commitment to diversification (geographic, asset class, and manager) and heavy deal flow can benefit our investors’ portfolios, produce overall great returns, and tax efficient strategies. MLG Capital is comprised of 6 principals with average tenure of 28 years, and over 950 employees across a group of affiliated companies. Within the capital group we serve our clients with a remarkably professional staff including several CPAs, a tax director, in-house legal counsel, engineers, land planners, and highly trained real estate investment professionals. MLG Capital functions as a series of private investment funds and parallel co-investment vehicles focused on acquiring truly unique investment opportunities across the nation, targeting cash on-cash distributions, plus appreciation, over time for our investor family and diversification. Advisory services offered through MLG Fund Manager LLC, an investment adviser registered with U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission. Securities offered through North Capital Private Securities Corporation, member FINRA/ SIPC.
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