Bookkeeper

Job Overview – Bookkeeper – 34052

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to support the day‑to‑day accounting operations of our growing real estate organization. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity, ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on bookkeeping, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and is interested in long‑term growth with a stable company.

To $30/hr

• Maintain accurate general ledger entries for multiple real estate entities and properties
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor payments and tenant receipts
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and escrow accounts on a regular basis
• Record and track rental income, operating expenses, CAM charges, and property-level transactions
• Assist with month‑end close, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Support property managers and internal teams with financial questions and documentation
• Prepare financial reports such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries
• Maintain organized financial records to support audits and tax preparation
• Assist with process improvements and system clean‑up as needed

• 2+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience (real estate experience strongly preferred)
• Experience working with multiple entities and high-volume transactions
• Proficiency in accounting software (Quick Books, Yardi, App Folio, or similar preferred)
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with financial data

• Must be a full-time employee (30+ weekly hours/+130 hours per month) to be eligible
• Medical plan offered is BCBSNC Blue Options PPO
• Premiums will be pre-taxed
• Sherpa pays a portion of the Employee only premium for medical
• 90 day waiting period from date of hire
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Workplace Policy:
Seniority Level: Associate

• We will notify you if you are selected as a candidate for this role. If not, but you fit our specializations, we’ll consider you for future openings and encourage you to apply for other Sherpa roles you’re qualified for/interested in.
• Non-Local Candidates:
  Please note that you are competing with local candidates who don’t require relocation expenses and can start quickly, so let us know if you have plans to move to the area soon.
• Candidates for all Sherpa opportunities must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Sherpa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.