Property Bookkeeper

Anchor; Renton (WA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to manage general ledger entries and daily accounts payable/receivable for a growing real estate portfolio.

The role requires GAAP knowledge, strong Excel and accounting software skills, and real estate accounting experience. You will support monthly closings and quarterly reporting while collaborating with the real estate team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s in accounting or related field highly valued.
• Experience in accounting, real estate accounting, or property accounting preferred.
• GAAP knowledge required or preferred; strong Excel and accounting software familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed journal entries and post them to the GL to track income statements and expenses.
• Handle accounts payable and receivable daily to ensure invoices and expense reports are accurate.
• Reconcile all business accounts to ensure records match and no transaction is lost.
• Enter financial data into computer software, ensuring bills and invoices are filed correctly.
• Facilitate incoming payments and outgoing checks, including signatures and distribution.
• Assist with quarterly reporting and monthly closings.
• Support the real estate team or staff accountants with other duties as needed.

Skills

Excel

Accounting software

GAAP

Communication

Yardi

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

High school diploma

Tools

Yardi

Accounting software

Job description

Create detailed journal entries and post them to the general ledger (GL) to track all income statements and expenses

Handle all accounts payable and receivable on a daily basis to make sure each invoice and expense report is accurate

Reconcile all business accounts to ensure our records match up and no transaction gets lost

Enter financial data into computer software, making sure all bills and invoices are filed correctly

Facilitate all incoming payments and outgoing checks, including printing, obtaining signatures for, and distributing checks as necessary Follow up with vendors for accounts payable and keep in touch as needed for collections and ensure bills are paid on time

Prepare for quarterly reporting using standard best practices and assist in monthly closings

Assist the real estate team or other staff accountants with other accounting duties as needed

Qualifications

High school diploma required, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is highly valued

Experience in accounting, real estate accounting, or property accounting preferred

Experience in real estate industry preferred

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software

Proficient in property management software, such as Yardi

Solid written and verbal communication skills are a must

We are looking for a valuable team member that wants to work with a growing company in a fast-paced environment. Experience in an office environment, especially in residential or commercial real estate, is beneficial. Familiarity with real estate transactions and processes, such as getting lease agreements signed and hiring third party contractors, is a plus. This is a great opportunity for you to gain experience in the real estate industry. If you value helping other people and would like to contribute.