Secure Real Estate Management is a growing real estate and property management company based in Park City, Illinois. We own and manage a diverse portfolio of residential properties and professionally operated short-term vacation rentals throughout the Chicagoland area. Our team oversees the financial and operational management of multiple properties and entities, with a strong focus on organization, accuracy, accountability, and long-term value creation. As our portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced, highly organized Property Management Bookkeeper to join our team. Position Summary The Property Management Bookkeeper will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting needs of multiple properties and entities. This position will work closely with our property management and leadership teams to ensure financial records are accurate, reconciliations are completed on time, invoices and payments are properly processed, and accounting documentation remains organized and up to date. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience , with strong experience in accounts payable and bank reconciliations . Experience with AppFolio and Microsoft Excel is strongly preferred. We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, notices when something does not look right, and follows through until it is resolved. Responsibilities Accounts Payable & Vendor Payments Manage accounts payable for multiple properties and entities Review, code, enter, and process vendor invoices Process checks and other vendor payments Maintain organized vendor invoices, payment records, and supporting documentation Research and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies Work with property managers and vendors to resolve accounting questions Bank Reconciliations & Accounting Complete monthly bank reconciliations for multiple accounts and entities Research and resolve reconciliation discrepancies Maintain accurate accounting records and general ledger information Ensure transactions are properly recorded and categorized Assist with month-end accounting and property-level financial reporting Identify discrepancies or unusual activity and follow through until resolved AppFolio & Property Accounting Maintain accurate financial information within AppFolio Review tenant ledgers, deposits, charges, credits, and adjustments Assist with accounting related to tenant move-ins and move-outs Prepare security deposit refund reports following tenant move-outs Review move-out charges and deductions for accuracy Maintain organized accounting records across multiple properties and entities Reporting & Microsoft Excel Prepare recurring sales and financial reports in Microsoft Excel Organize and maintain accounting schedules and supporting documentation Assist with property-level reporting and financial analysis Track accounting items and outstanding issues to ensure deadlines are met Additional Accounting Support Work closely with property managers and company leadership to answer accounting questions Maintain organized digital accounting files Assist with bookkeeping and accounting projects as needed Help identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, organization, and efficiency Qualifications 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience required Property management or real estate accounting experience strongly preferred AppFolio experience strongly preferred Strong accounts payable experience Strong bank reconciliation experience Experience with check and payment processing Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel Strong understanding of basic accounting and general ledger principles Experience managing accounting for multiple properties, entities, or bank accounts preferred Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Exceptional organizational and time-management skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines and responsibilities Strong problem-solving skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Organization & Accountability Organization is extremely important in this position. Candidates should be prepared to provide specific examples of how they have successfully managed and organized accounting responsibilities in previous positions, including managing multiple accounts or entities, tracking deadlines, maintaining financial records, and developing processes to keep their work accurate and organized. We are looking for someone who does more than simply enter transactions. The right person will take ownership of the accounting process, recognize when something does not look right, investigate discrepancies, and follow through until issues are resolved. Work Schedule Full-time position Monday-Friday In-office at our Park City, Illinois office This is not a remote position Compensation & Benefits $60,000-$70,000 annual salary , based on experience Bonus opportunities Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off Paid company holidays Stable, full-time position with a growing real estate company Opportunities for professional growth as the company expands Why Join Secure Real Estate Management? You'll join a growing real estate company where the accounting team plays an important role in the success of our properties and operations. This position offers the opportunity to work across multiple properties and entities and become an integral part of our property management and accounting processes. We value people who are organized, accountable, proactive, and willing to take ownership of their responsibilities. If you have strong bookkeeping experience and enjoy keeping complex financial information accurate, organized, and on schedule , we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your resume through Indeed or email it to wpowers@securemgmt.com

Pay:

$60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person