Bookkeeper

The Quest Organization; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Real Estate Development Firm in Boston is seeking an Entry Level Bookkeeper to manage financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable and financial reporting. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance and 2–5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in accounting software like QuickBooks and strong Excel skills are essential. This role offers an annual salary between $80,000 and $100,000.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, ideally in real estate development or property management.
• Solid understanding of general ledger bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, process invoices, rent collections, and disbursements.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, P&L, and cash flow reports.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Yardi

AppFolio

Job description

Overview

The Quest Organization provides pay range. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Real Estate Development and Property Management firm is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Bookkeeper to support the financial operations. This role involves managing day-to-day accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting both development project accounting and ongoing property operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, process invoices, rent collections, and disbursements.
• Maintain the general ledger and post journal entries, including development-related costs.
• Reconcile bank statements and ledger accounts for accuracy.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, P&L, and cash flow reports.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for property operations and development projects.
• Track project-level expenses and capitalized costs for real estate development and restoration projects.
• Process draw requests, vendor payments, and allocate costs accurately across projects.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records (digital and physical).
• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies.
• Work closely with asset managers, property managers, and project teams to coordinate financial workflows.
• Communicate with vendors, contractors, and external partners as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2–5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, ideally in real estate development or property management.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Yardi, AppFolio); strong Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of general ledger bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing