Senior Property Accountant

Bayleys Property Services is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Property Accountant to join our high-performing Commercial Property team.

This is a pivotal role providing financial leadership across key commercial property portfolios, including responsibility for stakeholder management and finance deliverables including budgeting, reporting, opex reconciliations, and financial compliance. Working closely with Property Managers, clients, and the wider finance team, you'll play an integral role in delivering exceptional property accounting outcomes.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading finance deliverables for key commercial property portfolios
• Managing accounts payable and receivable processes
• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Completing bank reconciliations, GST returns, and general ledger reviews
• Preparing and reviewing operating expense wash-ups
• Assisting with annual budget preparation and forecasting
• Providing financial analysis, variance reporting, and commentary to clients and stakeholders
• Supporting audit requirements and compliance obligations
• Building strong relationships with Property Managers, fund accountants, and client representatives

What we're looking for

• Proven experience in property accounting preferred
• Strong understanding of budgeting, reporting, GST, reconciliations, and financial controls
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical capability
• Advanced systems and computer skills, with the ability to learn new platforms quickly
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering quality outcomes

Why join Bayleys?

Bayleys is New Zealand's largest full-service real estate company, offering a collaborative and supportive culture where people are empowered to succeed. You'll join a respected property services team and have the opportunity to work with major commercial property portfolios while continuing to develop your expertise.

If you're an experienced property accountant looking for a role with variety, responsibility, and strong stakeholder engagement, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your property finance career with Bayleys.