Senior Property Accountant/Controller

Overview

A remote, full-time Senior Property Accountant / Controller position is available with a focus on managing financial operations for a real estate organization. The role offers a pay range of $23–$26 per hour, based on experience, and is open to candidates globally, with a preference for those located in Mexico, Central America, or South America. The position requires working Pacific Standard Time (PST) hours.

Responsibilities

High-Level Financial Management

• Analyze financial statements, correct mapping errors, and ensure the General Ledger (GL) accuracy.
• Manage compliance tasks including 1099s, W2s, and insurance audits.
• Develop budgets and monitor actual spending against budgets to support company growth.
• Provide expert financial guidance and develop Financial Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Accurately process specialized accounts payable such as property taxes, Franchise Tax Board withholdings, and mortgage payments.

Daily Property and Corporate Accounting Tasks

• Utilize AppFolio to perform tenant ledger corrections, manage security deposit refunds, move-out accounting, and correct property GL errors.
• Use QuickBooks Online to issue checks, enter time-sensitive bills, and manage corporate accounts payable and reimbursements.
• Process vendor payments promptly and calculate complex commissions including lease, Business Development Manager (BDM), and internal brokerage commissions.
• Communicate professionally in English with owners, vendors, and property managers regarding financial inquiries.
• Oversee vendor onboarding processes, including collection of W9 forms and Certificates of Insurance (COIs).

Specialized Real Estate Accounting

• Review and approve tenant credits, reversals, and prorated utility bills.
• Manage Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS), Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations, and Section 8 owner accounting.
• Prepare and send monthly owner statements and coordinate utility start/stop services and prorated billing.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience with deep knowledge of California Property Trust Accounting laws.
• Expert-level proficiency in AppFolio and QuickBooks Online.
• High integrity with a strong track record of meeting deadlines independently.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to assist property managers and clearly explain technical accounting matters.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a proactive approach to identifying and correcting errors.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Preferred candidates reside in Mexico, Central America, or South America; however, exceptional candidates from other regions with strong accounting expertise and English proficiency are welcome.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $23–$26, commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Full-time schedule aligned with PST hours.
• Competitive pay and paid time off.
• Opportunity for long-term employment with stability and autonomy.

Location

This is a fully remote position. Preference is given to candidates located in Mexico, Central America, or South America, but applications from qualified candidates worldwide are considered.