Property Bookkeeper

We are a growing real estate company near the West Town / River North area of Chicago seeking a Property Bookkeeper to join our internal accounting team. This direct‑hire, fully onsite role offers a stable career path within real estate accounting. Candidates with as little as one year of experience are welcome, especially those who have supported multiple entities or properties. Position Details Position Type: Direct Hire Worksite Type: Fully Onsite Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 per year Location: Near West Town / River North, Chicago Key Responsibilities Process invoices, internal billing, allocations, and rebilling across entities Perform journal entries and support general ledger activities Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions Support payroll processing by reviewing payroll reports for accuracy and completeness Assist with allocating payroll expenses across properties and entities Prepare and post payroll‑related journal entries Support bookkeeping activities for multiple properties and entities Ensure accuracy and proper documentation of financial transactions Assist with month‑end close and routine reconciliations Communicate with internal teams regarding billing and accounting matters Qualifications One or more years of bookkeeping or accounting experience A bachelor’s degree is preferred; relevant experience in the real estate industry may substitute for a degree Experience supporting multiple entities or properties strongly preferred Solid understanding of transactional accounting principles Prior exposure to property accounting or software systems (MRI, Yardi, or similar) preferred but not required Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office applications Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent communication and follow‑up skills Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Employees may choose coverage that meets their individual needs. Paid leave may include paid sick leave, any other paid leave required by law, and holiday pay per eligibility criteria. Pay Details: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans – Disabled. Military‑connected talent encouraged to apply. The Company considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and security clearance requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr