Bookkeeper

Department: Accounting Reports To: Controller Employment Type: Contract (Temporary-to-Potential Hire) Status: Full-Time Position Summary A confidential real estate company is seeking a Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant / Office Assistant to support the Accounting Department on a contract basis. This role will assist with day-to-day accounting operations, property-level financial activities, regulatory filings, document management, and general office support. The assignment is expected to last approximately three months, with the potential for contract-to-hire depending on performance and business needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in real estate, property management, or development environments and hands‑on experience with Yardi. Experience with Yardi is required. Key Responsibilities Accounting & Property Accounting Support Process monthly bank reconciliations and perform property-related banking functions. Review, code, and process accounts payable invoices within Yardi. Communicate with vendors to resolve invoice and payment discrepancies. Record accounts receivable transactions and bank deposits in Yardi. Research and resolve discrepancies between accounting records and bank statements. Prepare and post journal entries as needed. Assist with ownership distributions and related accounting activities. Support various accounting projects as assigned. Scan, save, distribute, and maintain monthly bank statements and lender statements. Track and organize monthly reporting packages from third‑party property management companies. Maintain accurate and organized accounting files, including invoices, deposits, and supporting documentation. Assist with distribution and tracking of annual tax returns for ownership groups. Compliance & Regulatory Filings Assist with tracking, payments, and filings related to: Secretary of State filings (LLC-12) Business licenses Local housing authority requirements (RSO, SCEP, Rent Control) Franchise Tax Board filings (Forms 3522 and 3536) Personal property tax filings (Forms 571R and 571L) Process Delaware Corporation annual filings and Delaware LLC tax payments as needed. Administrative & Office Support Sort, scan, and distribute incoming mail. Maintain filing systems and electronic document organization. Answer incoming calls and greet office visitors as needed. Provide administrative support to the Office Manager and Accounting team. Assist with general office tasks and special projects. Qualifications Required 2+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or property accounting. Hands‑on, current experience with Yardi (required). Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, including journal entries, bank reconciliations, and financial statements. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word. Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast‑paced environment. Preferred Familiarity with property‑level accounting and real estate ownership structures. Experience supporting both accounting and general office administration functions. Schedule & Duration Full‑Time Contract duration: approximately 3 months Potential contract‑to‑hire opportunity based on performance and business needs #J-18808-Ljbffr