About the job
Job Title: Skilled Real Estate Bookkeeper with AppFolio Expertise
Location: Remote | Employment Type: Full-Time | Department: Finance & Accounting
Join our dynamic team as a Real Estate Bookkeeper, specializing in AppFolio. We are looking for a meticulous and organized individual to maintain financial records, reconcile accounts, and enhance property management operations. This role is perfect for professionals with a solid foundation in real estate accounting who prioritize accuracy and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately maintain financial records for diverse properties utilizing AppFolio.
- Process accounts payable and receivable, including vendor invoices and tenant payments.
- Conduct monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, trust accounts, and credit card statements.
- Prepare owner statements, detailed financial reports, and draw schedules.
- Oversee tenant ledgers, security deposits, and lease transactions.
- Ensure adherence to GAAP and property-specific accounting standards.
- Collaborate with property managers to address discrepancies and facilitate audits.
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and end-of-year financial preparations.
- Manage tax documentation, 1099 forms, and other regulatory filings as necessary.
Qualifications
Education & Certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (preferred).
- CPA or Bookkeeping Certification is advantageous.
Experience
- At least 3 years of bookkeeping experience in real estate is preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency in AppFolio software is essential.
- Experience in managing finances for multiple properties or portfolios.
Skills & Tools
- Expertise in AppFolio, QuickBooks, and Excel.
- Strong grasp of real estate accounting principles.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.
Preferred Traits
- Familiarity with U.S. property management practices.
- Experience with trust account reconciliations and owner draw processes.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, remote working environment.

