About PowerCity PM
PowerCity PM is a Niagara Falls–based property management company overseeing short-term vacation rentals, residential units, and office space in Niagara Falls NY. We manage a growing portfolio held under multiple LLCs, and we are building a finance function that can keep pace. We are a small team where your work is visible and valued every day.
The Role
We are hiring a Lead Accountant to own the accounting for our real estate portfolio from day-to-day transactions through month-end close and tax season. Reporting directly to the owner, you will produce accurate, timely financials for each entity, strengthen our processes and controls, and oversee our bookkeeping support. This is a hands-on role for someone who likes building clean systems and turning numbers into clear decisions.
What You Will Do
Accounting and Close
Own the full-cycle accounting for multiple related LLCs and properties in QuickBooks Online and Yardi
Lead the monthly close: reconciliations, accruals, intercompany entries, and review of all journal entries
Deliver monthly and quarterly financial statements by entity and by property, with clear commentary on results
Reconcile short-term rental revenue, platform payouts, and fees from our property management system to the books
Track fixed assets, capital improvements, and depreciation schedules for each property
Tax, Compliance, and Reporting
Serve as the main point of contact for our outside CPA; prepare year-end packages, workpapers, and K-1 support for partnership returns
Prepare lender, investor, and partner reports; track loan covenants, escrow, and insurance renewals
Oversee 1099 reporting and payroll tax reconciliations with our payroll provider
Planning and Leadership
Build annual budgets and cash-flow forecasts; track actuals versus budget for each property
Analyze property performance (revenue per unit, occupancy, operating costs) to support pricing, acquisition, and refinancing decisions
Supervise and review the work of our Office Manager / Bookkeeper
Design and document accounting procedures and internal controls as the portfolio grows
What We Are Looking For
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (required)
5+ years of accounting experience, including owning the month-end close (required)
Multi-entity accounting experience, including intercompany transactions
Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual accounting
Advanced QuickBooks and Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, financial models)
Highly organized, deadline-driven, and accurate
Able to explain financial results clearly to non-accountants
Discretion and integrity with confidential financial information
Nice to Have
CPA license or progress toward one
Real estate, property management, or hospitality accounting experience
Experience with partnership (Form 1065) tax preparation or review
Familiarity with Guesty, Yardi or similar software
Experience supervising or mentoring a bookkeeper or staff accountant
Pay and Benefits
$65,000–$85,000 per year, based on experience and credentials
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Direct access to ownership and room to grow into a controller role as the company expands
Schedule
Full-time, [Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM], in person at our office at 225 Old Falls Street, Niagara Falls, NY. [Hybrid schedule possible after onboarding.]
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed with your resume and a short cover letter describing your month-end close and multi-entity accounting experience.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits
Flexible schedule
Work from home
Application Question(s):
Do you have experience with accounting in the real estate industry? If so, how many years?
Do you have experience with short-term rentals?
List any accounting software platforms you used in the past and your comfort level with them.
Have you managed the books for multiple entities, including intercompany transactions? (Yes/No)
How many years of experience do you have owning the month-end close?
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Niagara Falls, NY 14303