Staff Accountant

Are you an experienced accounting professional with a passion for real estate? We’re seeking a detail-oriented Real Estate Accountant to join our team and play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and performance across our property portfolio.

In this role, you’ll prepare and review financial statements, generate reports for management and external stakeholders, and ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and relevant tax regulations. You’ll support property-level accounting activities such as rent collections, lease administration, and expense allocations, while also managing reconciliations, audits, and general ledger oversight. Beyond the numbers, you’ll collaborate closely with property management teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and strategies to maximize financial performance.

Job Highlights

Hourly Rate: The equivalent of $8.00 USD per hour in the applicant’s local currency

Schedule: Monday to Friday; 9:00am to 6:00pm Pacific Time

Work Arrangement: Work from home

Contract: Independent Contractor

Side Note: Since this is a permanent work-from-home position and the arrangement is that of an “Independent Contractor,” the selected candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analyses
• Generate financial reports for management and external stakeholders, such as investors, partners, lenders, and regulatory authorities
• Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), and any industry-specific accounting standards
• Provide support for property-level accounting activities, including rent collections, expense allocations, lease administration, and tenant billing
• Conduct regular audits of property financial records to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• Monitor and analyze property financial performance
• Maintain the general ledger for real estate entities, ensuring accurate recording of transactions and adherence to accounting principles
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations of various accounts and financial data
• Collaborate with property management teams to develop annual budgets and forecasts for real estate properties
• Assist with tax planning and compliance for real estate entities
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns, including property taxes, income taxes, and other relevant tax obligations
• Establish and maintain effective internal control procedures to safeguard financial assets and prevent fraudulent activities
• Support external audits by providing required documentation and addressing audit inquiries

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• A Masters degree or CPA (Certified Public Accountant) qualification is desirable
• Experience (typically 5+ years) in real-estate accounting or a similar role
• Thorough knowledge of real estate accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and tax regulations
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Must have a strong work ethic, detail-oriented with strong verbal, analytical, and follow-through skills

Independent Contractor Perks

HMO Coverage for eligible locations

Permanent work from home

Immediate hiring

Steady freelance job

Reminder

Apply directly to the link provided; you will be redirected to BruntWork’s Career Site. You must apply using the said link to complete the initial requirements, which includes pre-screening assessment questions, technical check of your computer, and voice recording.

APPLICATIONS WITH COMPLETE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE PRIORITIZED.