Property Bookkeeper

Maryland Management; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health care premiums for

Family health coverage

401(k) with match

Disability coverage

Paid parental leave

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Educational reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Team events & celebrations

Job summary

Maryland Management Company is seeking a Property Accounting Coordinator to support daily financial and administrative operations of a high-volume apartment community. You will handle resident payments, maintain accurate account records, and work closely with onsite management to ensure timely, professional follow-up and service.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced team environment while upholding Fair Housing laws and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume office environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team
• Previous office, customer service, or accounting-related experience or coursework preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Serve as a professional contact for residents regarding payments, account questions, and general business office inquiries
• Communicate clearly and courteously with residents, vendors, and internal team members
• Support the onsite management team through accurate follow-up and timely information sharing
• Maintain resident confidentiality and ensure compliance with Fair Housing laws and company policies
• Accurately accept, record, and process rental payments and related transactions
• Maintain organized and up-to-date resident account records
• Assist with move-in and move-out financial processes, including final account reviews
• Attend rent court proceedings as needed
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across all documentation and financial records
• Provide general office and clerical support, including answering phones, filing, and administrative tasks as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent with teamwork

Customer service experience

Accounting knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maryland Management Company

At Maryland Management, your career can grow as fast as your ambition. We’re proud that 90% of our Regional Management Team has been promoted from within, and that more than 80% of our Community Managers started in leasing roles. If you’re driven, people-focused, and ready to learn, this is where you can start—and grow—your career in property management.

About Us

Founded in 1949, Maryland Management owns and operates more than 45 apartment communities with over 10,000 homes across Maryland and Florida. We’re passionate about providing quality housing, exceptional resident experiences, and opportunities for our team members to thrive.

What You’ll Do

As a Property Accounting Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in supporting the daily financial and administrative operations of a high-volume apartment community. Working closely with the onsite management team, you’ll help ensure resident accounts are accurate, payments are processed correctly, and follow-up is completed with care and professionalism.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, values accuracy and organization, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

Resident & Team Support

• Serve as a professional point of contact for residents regarding payments, account questions, and general business office inquiries
• Communicate clearly and courteously with residents, vendors, and internal team members
• Support the onsite management team through accurate follow-up and timely information sharing
• Maintain resident confidentiality and ensure compliance with Fair Housing laws and company policies

Accounting & Administrative Operations

• Accurately accept, record, and process rental payments and related transactions
• Maintain organized and up-to-date resident account records
• Assist with move-in and move-out financial processes, including final account reviews
• Attend rent court proceedings as needed
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across all documentation and financial records
• Provide general office and clerical support, including answering phones, filing, and administrative tasks as needed

What We’re Looking For

You’re organized, dependable, and take pride in doing things the right way. You manage multiple priorities, follow through on details, and contribute positively to a team environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume office environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team
• Previous office, customer service, or accounting-related experience or coursework preferred, but not required

What We Offer

• $19 - $21 plus commissions
• 100% company-paid health care premiums for employees – no out-of-pocket cost
• Up to 80% company-paid health coverage for family members (spouse/domestic partner and dependents)
• 401(k) with generous company match — Maryland Management contributes 25% of what you withhold, up to 6% of annual income
• Short- and long-term disability coverage at no cost to you
• Paid parental leave
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Educational reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities with a proven path into advanced accounting, operations, and property management roles
• Fun, people-first company culture with annual awards, team events, and celebrations

Acknowledgment

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be modified as needed to meet business requirements. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Maryland Management Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.