Accountant – Real Estate Experience

About the role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented accountant with real‑estate experience to join Howard Financial’s back‑office team. Working as an independent contractor, you will provide high‑quality accounting and reporting services to multiple clients.

Key responsibilities

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

Required profile

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

Required skills

• SAGE
• QuickBooks
• Excel