Property Accountant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. R+L Carriers scores B on the Alion truth index.
Property Accountant
Location: Wilmington, Ohio
R+L Carriers has an immediate need for a Property Accountant in our Wilmington, OH Service Center office.. Working closely with management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and operations teams, the Property Accountant ensures records are complete, current, well organized, and decision-ready
Position Summary
We are seeking a driven, analytical Property Accountant to play a key role on our Corporate Accounting team. This position owns the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of accounting for the Company’s owned and leased properties, including property tax payments, intercompany and third-party lease billings, and property setup and maintenance. Working closely with management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and operations teams, the Property Accountant ensures records are complete, current, well organized, and decision-ready.
The ideal candidate brings strong accounting expertise, sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a relentless focus on continuous improvement. This individual takes ownership, solves complex problems, builds productive cross-functional partnerships, and proactively identifies ways to streamline processes, leverage technology, and strengthen the quality and reliability of financial reporting.
As we build a modern, high-performing Finance organization, this role offers meaningful visibility across Accounting and Finance, direct involvement in strategic initiatives, and a clear path to expanded responsibility and professional growth. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence how work gets done and contribute to lasting improvements across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain property records, including property setup, termination, and detail updates, within the property management system
Process transactions for monthly property tax payments, intercompany lease billings, third party lease billings in property management software
Review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity, tenant billings, cash receipts, and delinquency reporting.
Coordinate with managers, leasing teams, vendors, lenders, and internal departments to resolve accounting issues.
Prepare schedules and documentation for month-end reporting, audits and tax filings
Record and review journal entries, accruals, and other recurring transactions.
Reconcile balance-sheet/income statement accounts, security deposits, and intercompany balances.
Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, lease requirements, and applicable accounting standards.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and close-cycle efficiency.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
Two or more years of accounting experience; property accounting or real estate experience is strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial reporting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting or property-management software.
Strong reconciliation, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions.
Preferred
Experience with commercial, residential, industrial, or mixed-use property portfolios.
Experience with property-management accounting systems and advanced Excel functions.
Knowledge of lease accounting, operating expense recoveries, and real estate reporting requirements.
Core Competencies
- Strong technical accounting knowledge.
- Analytical thinking and intellectual curiosity.
- Initiative, ownership, and accountability.
- Sound judgment and attention to detail.
- Continuous improvement and technology-oriented mindset.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Collaborative, team-first approach.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Ability and desire to assume broader responsibilities over time.
BENEFITS: R+L Carriers offers an excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, and vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.
About Us: R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distribution industry and is designed to provide customers with superior service through efficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself in treating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe each employee contributes directly to the Company’s growth and success. There are many other transportation companies capable of picking up and delivering freight. However, we believe our customers select us because of the efforts of our employees.
R+L Carriers Shared Services, LLC (“R+L Carriers”) and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. R+L Carriers will provide reasonable accommodation to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodation for a test or job interview) if requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law. This application is considered current for ninety (90) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.
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