AppFolio Accountant

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Central Time, with a 1-hour break

AppFolio Accountant

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced AppFolio Property Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations across a diverse portfolio of multifamily properties and real estate entities. This role requires strong hands-on expertise in AppFolio, particularly in bank reconciliations, accounts payable, intercompany transactions, financial reporting, and month-end closing.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in multi-entity real estate accounting, is highly detail-oriented, and can independently maintain accurate financial records, manage property-level transactions, and support reporting requirements for ownership, lenders, and external accountants. Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets and the ability to work independently in a remote environment are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily bank reconciliations for multiple entities in AppFolio, including reviewing and resolving unmatched Bank Feed transactions.
• Enter and manage bills in AppFolio, including monthly bulk bill uploads for mortgage payments.
• Prepare and record monthly management fee bills from the management company to individual properties.
• Allocate monthly AppFolio software expenses across properties and record reimbursements.
• Calculate and record payroll reimbursements between properties and the management company using Gusto payroll reports.
• Review and process utility billing from Conservice.
• Record short-term rental income and expenses, including Airbnb payouts and associated fees.
• Track and capitalize development costs for properties under pre-development.
• Prepare rent rolls, financial reports, and supporting documentation for lender inspections and annual reviews.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and respond to requests from CPAs, lenders, and property ownership.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting procedures and process documentation.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of hands-on AppFolio accounting experience is required.
• Advanced proficiency in AppFolio, particularly in bank reconciliations, Bank Feed management, month-end closing, diagnostics, and financial reporting.
• Experience in multi-entity real estate accounting and intercompany transactions.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, and general accounting processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently.
• Must be available for a full-time, dedicated role with no other client commitments.
• Must have at least 4 hours of daily working-hour overlap with US Central Time.
• Reliable internet connection and a professional home workspace.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AppFolio Certified Specialist in Accounting (Monthly Transactions and End of Month).
• Familiarity with US GAAP, particularly the capitalization of development costs.
• Experience with Gusto or other US payroll platforms.
• Experience with short-term rental accounting and lender reporting.

Note: An NBI or police clearance will be required upon acceptance of the job offer.