We are a growing real estate investment firm seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our finance team. In this on-site role, you will support the day-to-day accounting operations across our property and investment portfolio—handling accounts receivable and payable, bookkeeping, commission processing, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accountant to build hands-on experience in real estate finance within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Manage full-cycle accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP), including invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and reconciliations.
Perform day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate general ledger entries.
Process and track sales commissions, ensuring accurate and timely payouts.
Prepare and generate Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and other financial reports.
Reconcile bank, credit card, and property-level accounts on a monthly basis.
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation for audits and tax preparation.
Support budgeting, expense tracking, and ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.
Collaborate with property managers, brokers, and leadership on accounting-related matters.
Perform other duties associated with a junior accountant role as assigned.
Intercompany transfers & daily account liquidity management
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
1–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience (real estate industry experience a plus).
Working knowledge of AR/AP, general ledger, and financial reporting.
Proficiency with QuickBooks, Salesforce, Gusto, and similar accounting/business software, as well as Microsoft Excel.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Experience with real estate or property management accounting (preferred).
Familiarity with commission structures and payout processing (preferred).
Exposure to month-end/year-end close in a multi-entity environment (preferred).
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Hands-on experience across real estate finance and investment operations.
Growth opportunities within a supportive, team-oriented firm.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 1-3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
- Working knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and financial reporting
- Proficiency with QuickBooks, Salesforce, Gusto, and similar accounting/business software
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience with real estate or property management accounting
- Familiarity with commission structures and payout processing
- Exposure to month-end/year-end close in a multi-entity environment
What We Do
Fair Trade Real Estate is a brokerage specializing in the acquisition of distressed, off-market properties. They provide homeowners with quick cash offers to avoid traditional commissions and sell these exclusive properties to a network of investors. The company focuses on utilizing industry-leading tools and a collaborative environment to create win-win outcomes for homeowners, investors, and local communities.
