Accountant – Real Estate (QuickBooks Online)

About the role

Howard Financial is seeking a detail‑oriented accountant to support its growing portfolio of real‑estate clients. You will work remotely as an independent contractor, delivering accurate month‑end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting that drives client success.

Key responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle accounting for multiple real‑estate clients, including AP/AR, bank and credit‑card reconciliations, and month‑end close.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, budgets, and cash‑flow forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and relevant regulations, addressing discrepancies proactively.
• Perform job costing, project accounting, and budget‑to‑actual analysis as needed.
• Support tax compliance by preparing documentation, coordinating with external tax advisors, and assisting with audit requests.
• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams, offering insights to improve financial operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements and internal controls to enhance accuracy and scalability.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience; real‑estate experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and U.S. GAAP.
• Fluent English (B2+), comfortable communicating with high‑profile clients.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑focused environment.
• Availability 9 AM–5 PM EST, Monday‑Friday.
• Willingness to work as an independent contractor.

Required skills

• QuickBooks (Online)
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a high‑growth, multi‑industry back‑office firm.
• Flexible remote work arrangement.
• Exposure to diverse real‑estate accounting challenges.