Job Overview

Our client is looking for a Real Estate Bookkeeper (QuickBooks) to support real estate business operations with a focus on QuickBooks management and rent collection processes. The position requires approximately 20-25 hours per week with potential to expand to full-time for the right candidate. The role combines general bookkeeping duties with real estate-specific tasks, including rent roll management and tenant communication.

Client Overview

The client operates multiple real estate businesses focused on property management and rental income tracking. The company is in a startup phase and requires systematic bookkeeping support to manage financial operations across their portfolio.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, Hours TBD Eastern Standard Time (EST) (20-25 work hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Perform general bookkeeping tasks, including bank reconciliations and generating weekly or monthly financial reports in QuickBooks.
• Manage the rent roll by recording incoming rental payments against generated invoices and maintaining an active tracking system to monitor payment status.
• Follow up with tenants via email regarding outstanding rent payments, rent increases, late fees, and other time-sensitive lease information.
• Update and maintain information databases when new leases are executed or when lease terms require documentation.
• Categorize transactions in QuickBooks and create invoices as needed for rental properties.
• Generate financial reports from QuickBooks for management review.
• Complete ad hoc administrative tasks related to property management as they arise.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of QuickBooks, including basic navigation, invoice creation, report generation, and transaction categorization.
• Understanding of fundamental accounting principles, including income, expenses, and basic bookkeeping concepts.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy when processing multiple transactions and reviewing financial data.
• Professional communication skills for tenant follow-up and clarifying instructions with management.
• Ability to follow structured onboarding processes and utilize provided training resources, including AI tools and documentation.

Nice-to-have

• Previous experience in real estate bookkeeping or property management accounting is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with rent roll management and accounts receivable tracking.
• Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude for problem-solving and workflow efficiency.
• Process-driven mindset with ability to suggest operational improvements and efficiency enhancements.
• Critical thinking skills to troubleshoot issues independently before escalating to management.

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

Note

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.