Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $60,000
Position Overview : The Accounting Clerk will support the financial and administrative operations of a diverse property management portfolio, including both multifamily communities and scattered-site properties. This position plays a key role in ensuring timely, accurate processing of accounting transactions, reconciliations, and reports. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Process vendor invoices, verify accuracy, coding, and approval prior to payment.
- Prepare and post tenant payments, owner contributions, and other receipts.
- Monitor A / P and A / R aging reports, ensuring timely payments and collections.
- Assist with issuing owner distributions and communicating payment status.
Banking & Reconciliations
Reconcile operating, security deposit, and escrow bank accounts monthly.Research and resolve discrepancies between system records and bank statements.Support property-level reconciliations for income, expenses, and deposits.Property Management Accounting
Record rent collections, tenant charges, concessions, and move-out adjustments.Assist with preparing monthly owner statements and financial summaries.Maintain organized digital records for invoices, deposits, and supporting documents.Support compliance with state / local requirements related to security deposits and trust accounts.Administrative & Reporting Support
Maintain accurate records in the property management system (AppFolio experience preferred).Assist with annual budget preparation and audit requests as needed.Generate routine accounting and portfolio performance reports for internal review.Provide general accounting support to the Leadership Team.Qualifications
13 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience (property management preferred).Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and reconciliation processes.Experience with property management / accounting software (AppFolio).Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong attention to detail.Excellent communication and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with accuracy.Preferred Skills
Experience with multifamily or scattered-site property portfolios.Familiarity with tenant ledgers, owner statements, and escrow compliance.Understanding of real estate or HOA accounting practices.Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience.Health, dental, and vision insurance.401(k) with employer match.Paid time off and holidays.