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Appfolio Trust Accountant & Financial Controller

Overview

Elevate your accounting career by managing the financial heartbeat of a dynamic property management firm. We are looking for a precision-oriented professional with Appfolio expertise to oversee complex trust accounts, property-specific financials, and high-level reporting in a fully remote environment.

Schedule

Full-time, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST

Responsibilities Bookkeeping and Accounting

  • Maintain accurate general ledger records
  • Record and categorize all financial transactions
  • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Process owner disbursements and vendor payments
  • Track rent payments and management fees
  • Handle security deposits and trust account entries

Reconciliation

  • Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Reconcile trust and escrow accounts
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies quickly
  • Maintain clean audit trails

Property Management Financials

  • Track income and expenses by property
  • Allocate shared expenses correctly
  • Prepare owner statements
  • Monitor reserve balances and operating accounts
  • Support budgeting and cash flow tracking

Reporting

  • Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports
  • Generate profit and loss statements by property and portfolio
  • Produce balance sheets and cash flow reports
  • Assist with year-end reporting and tax preparation support

Compliance and Controls

  • Follow internal accounting controls and procedures
  • Maintain organized financial documentation
  • Support audits and compliance reviews
  • Ensure proper handling of trust funds

Requirements Experience in Appfolio is required. * Proven experience as a bookkeeper or accountant

  • Experience with property management accounting
  • Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles
  • Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or similar
  • Advanced spreadsheet skills
  • High accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong reconciliation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple accounts and entities

Independent Contractor Perks

  • Permanent work from home
  • Immediate hiring
  • Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Note

Please click the Apply button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.

Appfolio Trust Accountant & Financial Controller

Job Category

Accounting and Finance

Job Type

Full Time (35 hours or more per week)

Work Schedule and Timezone

Washington, US

Published on

Apr 28 2026