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Posted May 3, 2026

Trust Accountant - Single Family Rental Property Management

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Summary We are seeking an experienced Trust Accountant to manage trust accounting for our single family rental property management company. This is a remote contract position requiring someone who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities - Maintain trust/escrow accounts in full compliance with state property management regulations - Perform monthly trust reconciliations and ensure all owner and tenant funds are properly segregated - Process owner disbursements and generate accurate monthly owner statements - Reconcile security deposit accounts and track liability balances - Monitor trust account activity for discrepancies and resolve issues promptly - Prepare month-end and year-end financial reports - Ensure proper documentation and audit trail for all trust transactions Required Qualifications - Minimum 2+ years of property management trust accounting experience (real estate trust accounting is essential) - Hands-on experience with AppFolio Property Manager (this is non-negotiable) - Strong understanding of trust accounting regulations and compliance requirements - Proven track record of accurate monthly trust reconciliations with zero tolerance for errors - Experience managing accounts for multiple property owners with separate ledgers - Proficiency with bank reconciliations and general ledger accounting - High attention to detail and strong organizational skills - Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal oversight Preferred Qualifications - Experience specifically with single family rental portfolios - Background in property management accounting at a mid-sized firm (150+ properties) - Professional certification (CPB, CB, or similar) In your application please include: - Your years of experience with AppFolio specifically - Number of properties/owners you've managed trust accounting for - Availability and hourly rate We will prioritize candidates who demonstrate deep AppFolio expertise and can provide references from property management companies. Apply tot his job
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