Real Estate Bookkeeper for Multi-Company Closings

American Home Buyer; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training

Paid time off after probationary period

Health benefits and 401(k) options available

Weekly team lunches

Job summary

A local home buying company in Houston seeks a Real Estate Bookkeeper to provide financial clarity and operational support. The candidate will manage bookkeeping for five companies, ensure compliance, and assist with property transactions and financial reporting. This full-time role requires QuickBooks proficiency and a strong attention to detail. Ideal for candidates who thrive in dynamic environments and value confidentiality. Salary based on experience ranges from $50,000 to $70,000.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in bookkeeping or accounting role.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality and discretion.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Accounts Payable & Receivable, journal entries, and payroll.
• Reconcile and monitor bank & credit card statements.
• Prepare financial reports for management as needed.
• Assist CFO with tax preparation including year-end property taxes.
• Handle HR duties related to employee files.

Skills

Proficiency in accounting/bookkeeping (QuickBooks)

Strong attention to detail

Strong organizational and communication skills

Experience with CRM systems and documentation management

Basic HR knowledge

Tools

QuickBooks

DocuSign/Hellosign

Job description

You get to do your best work by honoring God, supporting a mission that transforms lives, and helping a team thrive

Job Summary

Join our Home Buying Company as a Real Estate Bookkeeper and play a vital role in driving financial clarity and operational success across our organization. In this key position, you’ll lead with accuracy by managing detailed bookkeeping and financial reporting for five companies, ensuring compliance and transparency at every level. You’ll also support our property closing processes, contributing to smooth and efficient transactions through strategic coordination. If you’re driven by precision, thrive in a fast-paced real estate environment, and take pride in maintaining exceptional financial systems, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

This is a full-time position with a minimum 40 hours on site in our Houston offices. The position is based in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach are essential to keeping operations running smoothly and supporting the team effectively.

Who We Want

We are looking for A+ team players and encouragers who are passionate about honoring God with their lives and by doing work that has a real impact in others.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Accounts Payable & Receivable, journal entries, chart of accounts, and payroll.
• Reconcile and monitor bank & credit card statements for accuracy.
• Handle bank deposits, check writing, and cash flow management.
• Monitor and enter property transactions in accounting software and CRM.
• Audit & Prepare financial reports as needed for management.
• Maintain collection and tracking of promissory notes.
• Manage payment and collection of inter-company lending.
• Manage HOA payments, Tenant Payments and maintain financial records for the rental company in QuickBooks.
• Manage financial records and reporting for five companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HR and financial regulations.
• Assist CFO with tax preparation, including year-end property taxes, 1099s, W2s, and W4s.
• Handle HR duties (benefits, on/off-boarding, employee files, PTO calendar).
• Manage Building Insurance.
• Handle administrative calls related to financial operations.
• Define, audit, and maintain bookkeeping procedures and controls.
• Enter and process new contracts and manage contract amendments.
• Assist with closing coordination scheduling.
• Assist Closing Coordinator in communications with buyers, sellers, title companies, HOAs, lenders, and agents.
• Handle CRM entries and documentation management (e.g., contracts, DocuSign).
• Audit and manage closing and loan documents
• Maintain closing coordination procedures.

What We Provide

• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training to help you succeed.
• A positive, faith-driven work environment with a supportive team.
• Paid time off after probationary period.
• Weekly team lunches and prayer for connection and encouragement.
• Health benefits and 401(k) options available after the probationary period.
• Salary based on experience ($50-70k range)
• Opportunities for professional growth within a stable, reputable company with 25+ years of local success.

Must Haves

• Proficiency in accounting/bookkeeping (QuickBooks).
• Strong commitment to confidentiality and discretion.
• Experience with CRM systems and documentation management (DocuSign/Hellosign).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic HR knowledge (benefits, onboarding) and compliance awareness.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Helpful: Knowledge of real estate transactions (contracts, closings).

If this sounds like you, we would like to talk!

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