Job Title:

Accounting Assistant / CFO Assistant Position Summary We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of a growing real estate management company overseeing approximately 2,000 multifamily residential units. This role provides day-to-day accounting and administrative support, assists with financial reporting, payroll, reconciliations, and accounts payable, and helps ensure accurate and timely financial operations across the property portfolio. Key Responsibilities

• Assist the CFO with daily accounting and administrative functions.
• Process bi-weekly payroll and maintain payroll records while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Coordinate with HR regarding employee onboarding, terminations, benefits, and payroll changes.
• Process vendor invoices and prepare accounts payable for approval.
• Record financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and month-end close.
• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor vendor statements and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Assist with tenant account reconciliations and other accounting inquiries.
• Maintain organized electronic financial records and documentation.
• Prepare reports and schedules requested by ownership, lenders, auditors, and outside accountants.
• Assist with annual audits, tax preparation, and compliance reporting.
• Coordinate with property managers and vendors regarding financial matters.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned by the CFO. Qualifications
• 2-5 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in real estate or property management.
• Experience processing payroll and maintaining payroll records.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, reconciliations, payroll, and basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with property management or accounting software (Yardi, AppFolio, MRI, or similar) and payroll software is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial and employee information. Preferred Skills
• Experience in multifamily property management accounting.
• Familiarity with payroll compliance, bank reconciliations, vendor management, and financial reporting.
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas and pivot tables.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with the CFO.

Work Environment This is a full-time, in-office position supporting the CFO in the financial operations of a multifamily real estate management company with a portfolio of approximately 2,000 residential units. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and committed to maintaining accurate financial records while supporting a collaborative accounting team.

Pay:

$60,000.00

• $80,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Have you processed payroll and maintained payroll records? Do you have experience working in real estate management, property management, or a related accounting role? Which accounting, property management, and payroll software have you used?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Bookkeeping/Accounting:

2 years (Required)

Microsoft Excel:

1 year (Preferred)

Microsoft Office:

1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Lakewood, NJ 08701 (Required)

Work Location:

In person