Junior Accountant/Bookkeeper

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant to support the accounting and financial operations of a growing real estate investment and lending platform. This role will be responsible for maintaining the books and records for approximately 30 related entities, including real estate holdings, lending vehicles, and affiliated operating companies.

The ideal candidate will have strong bookkeeping fundamentals, experience working with multiple entities, and the ability to manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, reconciliations, and financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Experience in real estate, lending, property management, or financial services preferred
• Understanding of:
• General ledger accounting
• Financial statements
• Accrual accounting
• Bank reconciliations
• AP/AR processes
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel required
• Experience with multiple entities and intercompany accounting strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience

• Commercial real estate accounting
• Private lending or mortgage lending accounting
• Construction draw tracking
• Loan servicing/account reconciliation
• Experience working with outside auditors and tax preparers

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate books and records for approximately 30 entities
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including:
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Bank reconciliations
• Journal entries
• General ledger maintenance
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Prepare and reconcile balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reporting
• Track loan activity including:
• Interest accruals
• Principal payments
• Payoffs
• Funding activity
• Assist with tracking real estate operating expenses, taxes, insurance, and reserves
• Maintain organized supporting documentation and accounting files
• Coordinate with ownership, outside CPAs, lenders, and legal professionals as needed
• Assist with budgeting, cash management, and reporting requests
• Identify discrepancies and proactively resolve accounting issues
• Ensure accurate intercompany accounting and reconciliations between affiliated entities
• Support preparation of year-end tax packages and audit requests