We are seeking a detail-oriented Real Estate Accountant / Bookkeeper with proven experience in the real estate or property management industry to support day-to-day accounting operations for a portfolio of approximately 100 units.Important: Real estate or property management accounting experience is a firm requirement for this role. Applications without this background will not be considered.The successful candidate will play a key part in keeping the books clean, accurate, and ready for review across multiple properties — with a particular focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and making sure invoices are correctly coded and allocated to the right properties.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess accounts payable and vendor billsSupport accounts receivable and rent/payment trackingPerform bank and credit card reconciliationsTrack property-level expenses and allocationsReview, process, and reconcile invoicesMonitor invoice coding and property allocation accuracyVerify AI-generated invoice entries and correct any errors or misallocationsMaintain accurate data entry and updates within the accounting / property management systemProvide monthly bookkeeping supportCoordinate with the internal team on approvals, payments, and reportingHelp keep the books clean, organized, and ready for reviewRequirementsRequiredProven accounting/bookkeeping experience specifically within the real estate or property management industry — this is a non-negotiable requirement; applications without this background will not be consideredSolid understanding of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processesComfort with bank and account reconciliationsStrong attention to detail and the ability to spot and correct discrepanciesProficiency with accounting and/or financial softwareExcellent organizational and communication skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple prioritiesBased in South AfricaPreferredHands-on experience with Yardi (Yardi Breeze Premier in particular) — candidates with Yardi experience will be strongly prioritized. Please highlight Yardi experience clearly in your application.Familiarity with invoice management and property-level accountingPrevious experience reviewing and correcting AI-assisted data entriesWork ScheduleInitially required to work during Eastern Standard Time (EST) business hoursOpportunity for increased schedule flexibility after onboarding and trainingFull-time positionCompensation:- R20,000 per month - depending on experience.
We are seeking a detail-oriented Real Estate Accountant / Bookkeeper with proven experience in the real estate or property management industry to support day-to-day accounting operations for a portfolio of approximately 100 units.
Important: Real estate or property management accounting experience is a firm requirement for this role. Applications without this background will not be considered.
The successful candidate will play a key part in keeping the books clean, accurate, and ready for review across multiple properties — with a particular focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and making sure invoices are correctly coded and allocated to the right properties.
Key Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable and vendor bills
- Support accounts receivable and rent/payment tracking
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
- Track property-level expenses and allocations
- Review, process, and reconcile invoices
- Monitor invoice coding and property allocation accuracy
- Verify AI-generated invoice entries and correct any errors or misallocations
- Maintain accurate data entry and updates within the accounting / property management system
- Provide monthly bookkeeping support
- Coordinate with the internal team on approvals, payments, and reporting
- Help keep the books clean, organized, and ready for review
Requirements
Required
- Proven accounting/bookkeeping experience specifically within the real estate or property management industry — this is a non-negotiable requirement; applications without this background will not be considered
- Solid understanding of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes
- Comfort with bank and account reconciliations
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot and correct discrepancies
- Proficiency with accounting and/or financial software
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Based in South Africa
Preferred
- Hands-on experience with Yardi (Yardi Breeze Premier in particular) — candidates with Yardi experience will be strongly prioritized. Please highlight Yardi experience clearly in your application.
- Familiarity with invoice management and property-level accounting
- Previous experience reviewing and correcting AI-assisted data entries
Work Schedule
- Initially required to work during Eastern Standard Time (EST) business hours
- Opportunity for increased schedule flexibility after onboarding and training
- Full-time position
Compensation:
- R20,000 per month - depending on experience.
