NATALIE ALVAREZ
Plano
Summary
Results-driven professional with significant experience in managing financial operations within the real estate industry. Strengths include ensuring accuracy and compliance in accounting procedures, maintaining comprehensive financial records, and providing strategic guidance on financial matters. Demonstrated ability to impact operational efficiency through effective management and implementation of cost-saving measures. Confident communicator with strong analytical skills, committed to fostering positive relationships with clients, team members, and management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Manager
Holt Lunsford Commercial
Dallas
04.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations of industrial properties, ensuring tenant satisfaction and property maintenance and enhancement.
- Developed budgets, monitored expenses and optimized resource allocation.
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying maintenance needs and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions including rent collections, security deposits, and other income sources.
- Prepared monthly reports detailing financial performance data.
- Exercised direct supervision over property staff.
- Supervised production of annual rent, operating expense, and real estate tax adjustments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve financial forecasting accuracy.
- Trained junior staff on finance best practices and software usage.
- Prepared financial documents such as budgets, forecasts and reports.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Reviewed and analyzed budget variances to ensure accuracy of financial information.
Senior Property & Accounting Manager
Matador Realty Investments
Plano
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed financial reporting processes for accurate and timely data delivery.
- Analyzed financial performance to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Oversaw cash flow management to maintain operational efficiency and liquidity.
- Managed monthly financial closings for diverse property portfolios.
- Analyzed account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Utilized Yardi software for property management and financial tracking tasks.
- Generated monthly financial statements and handled general ledger review, monthly journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations and P&L account schedules.
- Trained new staff members on established accounting policies and procedures.
- Developed annual operating budgets for assigned properties.
- Coordinated monthly close process by ensuring all transactions have been properly accounted for.
- Performed periodic audits on various accounts to identify any discrepancies or errors in data entry.
- Monitored daily cash balances to ensure sufficient funds were available to meet obligations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to evaluate property acquisitions and dispositions.
- Assisted in due diligence processes to identify risks associated with investments.
- Collaborated with asset managers to develop business plans for each acquired property.
Property Manager
Holt Lunsford Commercial
Dallas
08.2019 - 03.2023
- Managed daily operations of commercial properties.
- Coordinated with vendors for the procurement of services such as repairs, renovations, landscaping.
- Advised owners on potential improvements or investments that could increase the value of their properties.
- Drafted and monitored budgets for overall maintenance and operations.
- Implemented cost-cutting measures where appropriate in order to reduce overhead costs without compromising quality standards.
- Liaised between construction manager and tenant during build-out phase of tenant suite.
- Managed financial reporting and analysis for accurate decision-making.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
- Utilized financial software systems for data management and reporting efficiency.
- Prepared financial documents such as budgets, forecasts and reports.
Manager of Operations - Finance
K.A.I. Pavement
Dallas
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Oversaw budgeting processes and financial reporting for organizational operations.
- Developed financial policies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends supporting strategic decisions.
- Led cross-functional teams in implementing departmental cost-saving initiatives.
- Reviewed accounts payable and receivable invoices for accuracy before processing payments.
- Assisted in formulating long-term organizational goals while aligning with short-term objectives.
- Negotiated vendor contracts for required goods and services.
- Checked payroll vendor payments and accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
Property Manager
NAI Robert Lynn
Dallas
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Directly managed 1 million square feet of commercial retail, office, and industrial property around the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, assisted in pitching new business, oversaw the onboarding of new properties, market research, created and followed annual budgets, lease administration, tenant and owner relations, prepared financial monthly reports, reviewed monthly rent rolls and rent collection efforts, audited building conditions on a daily basis, performed due diligence and prepped buildings sales and vacancies for lease.
Property Manager
Stream Realty Partners
Dallas
04.2013 - 01.2017
- Directly managed 2.5 million square feet of commercial industrial property around the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex.
- Managed the transition of new assets through acquisitions and dispositions.
- Completed annual budgets, reforecasts, monthly financial reports, and operating expense reconciliations.
- Lease administration.
- Educated staff on accounting and property management software and procedures.
- Assisted in pitching new business.
- Reviewed monthly rent rolls and rent collection efforts.
- Adhered to SOC I auditing requirements.
Education
MBA - Accounting
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA08-2027
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Dallas Christian College
Dallas, TX05-2014
Skills
- MRI
- YARDI
- KARDIN
- Salesforce
- Financial budgeting and reporting
- Property management expertise
Training
Texas Real Estate Salesperson License
Timeline
Property Manager
Holt Lunsford Commercial
04.2024 - Current
Senior Property & Accounting Manager
Matador Realty Investments
03.2023 - 04.2024
Property Manager
Holt Lunsford Commercial
08.2019 - 03.2023
Manager of Operations - Finance
K.A.I. Pavement
02.2018 - 08.2019
Property Manager
NAI Robert Lynn
01.2017 - 02.2018
Property Manager
Stream Realty Partners
04.2013 - 01.2017
MBA - Accounting
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Dallas Christian College