Junior Accountant
Fair Trade Real Estate ‚Ä¢ Irvine, California ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $60,000–$80,000 / year
Posted on Thu, Jul 16, 2026
We are a growing real estate investment firm seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our finance team. In this on-site role, you will support the day-to-day accounting operations across our property and investment portfolio—handling accounts receivable and payable, bookkeeping, commission processing, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accountant to build hands-on experience in real estate finance within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage full-cycle accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP), including invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and reconciliations.
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Perform day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate general ledger entries.
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Process and track sales commissions, ensuring accurate and timely payouts.
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Prepare and generate Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and other financial reports.
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Reconcile bank, credit card, and property-level accounts on a monthly basis.
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Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
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Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation for audits and tax preparation.
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Support budgeting, expense tracking, and ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.
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Collaborate with property managers, brokers, and leadership on accounting-related matters.
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Perform other duties associated with a junior accountant role as assigned.
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Intercompany transfers & daily account liquidity management
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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1–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience (real estate industry experience a plus).
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Working knowledge of AR/AP, general ledger, and financial reporting.
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Proficiency with QuickBooks, Salesforce, Gusto, and similar accounting/business software, as well as Microsoft Excel.
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Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
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Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
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Experience with real estate or property management accounting (preferred).
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Familiarity with commission structures and payout processing (preferred).
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Exposure to month-end/year-end close in a multi-entity environment (preferred).
What We Offer
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Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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Hands-on experience across real estate finance and investment operations.
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Growth opportunities within a supportive, team-oriented firm.