Property Accountant (AppFolio & QuickBooks)

BruntWork Kenya Full Time Posted 2026-11-03

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BruntWork is seeking an experienced Property Accountant to oversee accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and accounts payable and receivable for a real estate portfolio. The role requires expertise in AppFolio, QuickBooks, GAAP, and real estate accounting principles.

40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM PST
Requires a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of accounting experience
Manages financial close, property reconciliations, budgets, and reporting

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40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM PST
Requires a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of accounting experience
Manages financial close, property reconciliations, budgets, and reporting
Uses AppFolio and QuickBooks across a multi-property portfolio

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Are you an experienced accounting professional with a strong foundation in AppFolio and QuickBooks looking to lead real estate financial operations? Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Property Accountant (AppFolio & QuickBooks) to manage core accounting and financial reporting activities across a diverse real estate portfolio. In this role, you will lead month-end close processes, tenant and property reconciliations, and budgeting support while partnering with property management teams to drive key business decisions. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and brings 3+ years of accounting experience, with a strong preference for multi-property or commercial real estate management. Strong proficiency in GAAP and real estate accounting principles is required to deliver accurate financial insights and optimize portfolio performance.

Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST, with 1 hour unpaid break (40 work hours per week)

Key Accountabilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting: Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger accounts for assigned properties; perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities; prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules; generate and analyze monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
Property Accounting: Record and reconcile rental income, tenant charges, operating expenses, and capital expenditures; review lease agreements to ensure proper accounting treatment and revenue recognition; monitor and reconcile tenant security deposits, CAM reconciliations, and tenant receivables; maintain and update rent rolls for all properties; track fixed assets and depreciation related to real estate properties; reconcile mortgage, loan, and escrow accounts.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts; support property managers and asset managers with financial planning and operational analysis; monitor property-level cash flow and operating performance.
Accounts Payable & Receivable: Review accounts payable transactions for accuracy and proper coding; monitor accounts receivable aging and support collection efforts; ensure timely processing of vendor payments and tenant billings; investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
Compliance & Internal Controls: Assist with tax reporting requirements, including property tax and sales tax filings when applicable; ensure proper documentation and retention of accounting records.

Requirements

Experience: 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate, property management, or commercial real estate. Experience managing multiple properties and entities is highly preferred.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Domain Knowledge: Knowledge of lease accounting, real estate financial reporting, and a strong understanding of GAAP and real estate accounting principles.
Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with real estate accounting software AppFolio, strong working knowledge of QuickBooks for general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables).
Core Competencies: Excellent analytical, organizational, detail-oriented, and problem-solving skills; effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Skills & Competencies
GAAP and real estate accounting principles
AppFolio and QuickBooks accounting platforms
Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, financial modeling)
Financial statement generation and variance analysis
Tenant CAM reconciliations and lease review
AP/AR oversight and cash flow monitoring
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Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger accounts for assigned properties; perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities; prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules; generate and analyze monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
Record and reconcile rental income, tenant charges, operating expenses, and capital expenditures; review lease agreements to ensure proper accounting treatment and revenue recognition; monitor and reconcile tenant security deposits, CAM reconciliations, and tenant receivables; maintain and update rent rolls for all properties; track fixed assets and depreciation related to real estate properties; reconcile mortgage, loan, and escrow accounts.
Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts; support property managers and asset managers with financial planning and operational analysis; monitor property-level cash flow and operating performance.
Review accounts payable transactions for accuracy and proper coding; monitor accounts receivable aging and support collection efforts; ensure timely processing of vendor payments and tenant billings; investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
Assist with tax reporting requirements, including property tax and sales tax filings when applicable; ensure proper documentation and retention of accounting records.
GAAP and real estate accounting principles
AppFolio and QuickBooks accounting platforms
Advanced Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and financial modeling
Financial statement generation and variance analysis
Tenant CAM reconciliations and lease review
AP/AR oversight and cash flow monitoring
General ledger maintenance
Account reconciliations and month-end close processes
Analytical, organizational, detail-oriented, and problem-solving skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Knowledge of lease accounting and real estate financial reporting.
Strong understanding of GAAP and real estate accounting principles.
Hands-on experience with real estate accounting software AppFolio.
Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables.
Experience managing multiple properties and entities is highly preferred.
bachelor degree
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