Bookkeeper

CLS Living•Austin, TX

23h

About The Position

At CLS Living, our mission is simple: to deliver an unparalleled resident experience and foster an exceptional workplace environment. We are committed to building a world-class team of passionate individuals who thrive in a culture of positivity, creativity, and continuous growth. Each day brings new opportunities to innovate, lead, and make a meaningful impact. We take pride in our vibrant, design-forward communities and in the devoted teams who manage them with care and integrity. Our success starts with our people—and when our team thrives, our residents do too. CLS Living is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support a portfolio of NYC properties. The primary focus of this role is to oversee the day-to-day financial activity and reporting for the NYC assets while partnering closely with the Property Manager to support overall property operations. In addition to managing the NYC portfolio, this individual will collaborate with the Corporate Controller and the CLS property accounting team on various accounting and financial support duties at the Austin Corporate Office. The role may also expand to include one or two additional properties based on experience and business needs to ensure full-time capacity and continued professional growth.

Requirements

2–5 years of property accounting or bookkeeping experience (multifamily preferred; student housing experience a plus)
Strong understanding of property financials and general ledger management
Experience with Entrada, Yardi, or comparable property management/accounting software preferred
Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, reconciliations)
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Ability to work independently and manage multiple properties

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle property accounting for assigned NYC properties
Oversee daily financial transactions and reporting
Process accounts payable and ensure timely vendor payments
Post and reconcile accounts receivable and rent rolls
Complete monthly bank reconciliations
Prepare and review monthly financial statements
Record accruals and journal entries as needed
Support month-end close processes
Maintain general ledger accuracy
Prepare monthly reporting packages for leadership
Assist with budget tracking and variance analysis
Ensure financials are compliant with company policy and ownership requirements
Support audits and year-end reporting as needed
Partner with onsite management and accounting leadership
Work closely with the Corporate Controller and property accounting team on corporate-level accounting initiatives
Provide financial insight and operational support to property teams
Assist with additional property assignments (1–2 properties) as capacity allows