Accountant/Bookkeeper - Real Estate

About the role

One of our clients is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant to maintain accurate financial records, perform reconciliations, support month-end and year-end closing activities, and assist with tax and investor reporting. This individual will work closely with management, the Accounts Payable team, external CPAs, and investors to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting across multiple entities. Experience in real estate or real estate investment accounting is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for assigned entities.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and review Balance Sheets and Profit & Loss Statements.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Process annual investor return entries.
• Prepare investor distribution checks and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate investor records and schedules.
• Assist management with investor reporting requests.
• Prepare and file annual 1099 forms for vendors across multiple entities.
• Gather and organize financial information required for tax preparation.
• Work directly with external CPAs during tax preparation and year-end reviews.
• Update adjusting journal entries provided by the CPA.
• Assist in finalizing tax returns and responding to CPA requests.
• Record journal entries related to property acquisitions, sales, and other transactions based on closing statements.
• Review closing documents and ensure accurate accounting treatment.
• Maintain supporting documentation for all journal entries.
• Assist with account analysis and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with management and accounting staff to improve accounting processes and accuracy.
• Support special projects and additional accounting duties as assigned.
• Handle occasional bank and check drop-offs as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2–4 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple entities and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with real estate, property management, or construction accounting.
• Familiarity with investor accounting and distributions.
• Understanding of 1099 reporting requirements.
• Experience working effectively with external CPAs and auditors.

Minimum Requirements

• 4 years of accounting experience in the real estate industry.

Work Location: In person