Appfolio Real Estate Accountant (Full-Time, US Hours)

ABOUT THE APPFOLIO REAL ESTATE ACCOUNTANT POSITION
Avenir Homes is seeking a highly skilled and experienced AppFolio Real Estate Accountant to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, especially as we transition to AppFolio from Buildium. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in cleaning and organizing our accounting books, ensuring a smooth transition to the new system, and supporting our growth as we expand our property portfolio.

YOU’RE PERFECT FOR AVENIR HOMES IF…
- You have expert-level proficiency in AppFolio and a strong background in real estate accounting.
- You possess excellent analytical skills and can create new systems and processes to improve our accounting department.
- You are proactive and can independently manage the accuracy of financial records.
- You have the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders, including the CEO.
- You are capable of handling high volumes of work and can adapt to the addition of new properties to our management portfolio.
- You have a knack for devising creative solutions to challenges like collections.
- You value professional communication and can interact effectively with tenants and landlords/property owners.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform general bookkeeping and financial reporting within AppFolio for multiple accounts and properties.
- Reconcile transactions and resolve any financial irregularities or inconsistencies.
- Produce and interpret Profit and Loss statements, providing insights on expense management and cost reduction strategies.
- Oversee and review financial reports from third-party vendors for accuracy.
- Develop budgets and forecasts for each property annually.
- Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial information.
- Collaborate with the team to update SOPs and adapt to the new system efficiently.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCES / SKILLS:
- At least 2 years of direct experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial reporting.
- Expertise in AppFolio and QuickBooks.
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or accounting.
- Exceptional attention to detail and basic project management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate professionally with internal and external partners.
- Reliable power and internet connection, with the capability for phone communication as needed.

ABOUT AVENIR HOMES:
Avenir Homes is a forward-thinking real estate company specializing in co-living spaces, offering affordable housing options for students and young professionals. We are committed to innovation, efficiency, and social responsibility in the real estate market. Our core values include integrity, impact, connection, growth, adaptability, and efficiency, guiding our operations and business strategies.