COPT Defense Properties · 2 hours ago
Property Accountant
Columbia, Maryland, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
1+ years expCOPT Defense Properties is seeking a Property Accountant to maintain books and records for assigned properties. The role involves performing month-end close activities, preparing financial analyses, and collaborating with Property Management teams to discuss financial results and forecasts.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Work with Portfolio Controller to maintain books and records for assigned properties
Perform assigned month-end close activities of assigned portfolio of properties
Propose and/or record monthly journal entries including rental revenue, CAM accrual and direct tenant billings; monthly operating expense contract accruals; and other operating expense accruals
Prepare required variance analysis comparing actual against budget and forecasts in current and prior periods
Prepare Balance Sheet account reconciliations for review by Portfolio Controller
Resolve outstanding items using judgement and discretion as appropriate
Ensure internal controls are being maintained
Participate in regular recurring meetings with Property Management teams to review financial results, discuss outstanding A/R and to update quarterly forecasts with Property Managers. Collaborate with and provide support to Property Management teams as needed
Work with Portfolio Controller to prepare and analyze budgets and forecasts
Monitor and review purchase orders and pay invoices to ensure timely payment and recording as well as proper coding
Participate in the annual operating expense true-up process to ensure accurate billings or refunds to tenants in accordance with the lease requirements
Monitors tenant’s accounts for completeness and accuracy. Supports Accounts Receivable function in resolving questions/issues
Supports Accounts Receivable function in resolving questions/issues
Participates in the due diligence process for acquisitions, dispositions or financing which requires an intense effort in a compressed time frame
Participates in maintaining the internal controls and policies of COPT. Communicate any deficiencies in controls to Supervisor
Other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree in Accounting or related field is required
1-3 years related accounting experience with increased responsibility and strong performance necessary
PC proficiency to include but not limited to Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and ability to learn company specific software
Ability to adapt to new or changing software programs
Familiarity with accounting systems such as Voyager required
Strong analytical, technical, and interpersonal and communication skills required
Demonstrated ability to manage and comprehend multiple and complex business transactions and documents simultaneously with good and possibly independent judgment
Must have strong problem solving skills
Must possess solutions based approach to identified areas of opportunity
Must be able to work independently
Must possess a working knowledge of GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley
Preferred
CPA Candidate preferred
Benefits
Market-leading health benefits including medical, dental, vision and prescription, etc.
Company
COPT Defense Properties
COPT Defense Properties owns, manages, leases, develops, and acquires mission critical properties.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$300M2023-09-07Post Ipo Debt· $300M
1998-04-27IPO
Leadership Team
Stephen Budorick
President and Chief Executive Officer
Anthony Mifsud
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-10-31
2025-10-02
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