About the job
Job Title: Real Estate Bookkeeper
Job Summary:
We are looking for a meticulous and experienced Real Estate Bookkeeper with proficiency in Appfolio to oversee financial transactions, ensure accurate record-keeping, and enhance property management operations. The perfect candidate will possess a solid foundation in real estate accounting, advanced skills in bookkeeping software, and the acumen to analyze financial information for compliance and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Appfolio Management: Leverage Appfolio for efficient rent collection, owner distributions, expense monitoring, and financial reporting.
- Financial Transactions: Handle accounts payable and receivable, bank statement reconciliation, and general ledger management.
- Budgeting & Reporting: Create financial statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports. Contribute to budget development and forecasting.
- Property Accounting: Maintain detailed tenant and owner account records, process lease agreements, and track rental income accurately.
- Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax laws, assist in filing processes, and keep precise financial documentation.
- Vendor & Payroll Management: Execute vendor payments, manage payroll transactions, and ensure timely disbursements.
- Audit & Compliance: Perform regular financial audits, maintain adherence to accounting standards, and suggest improvements for financial practices.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (preferred but not mandatory).
- Experience: A minimum of 2-5 years of bookkeeping experience, ideally within the real estate or property management sector.
- Software Proficiency: Extensive expertise in Appfolio and QuickBooks. Familiarity with other accounting systems such as Yardi, Buildium, and Xero is advantageous.
- Skills:
- Deep understanding of real estate accounting principles.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Capacity to work independently while managing multiple priorities effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with multi-family properties or commercial real estate.
- Knowledge of tax regulations related to real estate transactions.
