Bookkeeper

CLS Living•Austin, TX

12h

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 Entry-Level Bookkeeper to support a portfolio of NYC properties. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in property accounting while gaining hands-on experience in multifamily operations. The primary focus of this position is to assist with day-to-day financial activities and reporting for the NYC assets while partnering closely with the Property Manager and accounting team to support overall property operations. In addition to supporting the NYC portfolio, this individual will collaborate with the Corporate Controller and the CLS property accounting team on various accounting and administrative support duties at the Austin Corporate Office. Based on experience and business needs, the role may expand to include support for additional properties to ensure full-time capacity and continued professional development.

Requirements

0-3 years of property accounting or bookkeeping experience (multifamily preferred; student housing experience a plus).
Strong understanding of property financials and general ledger management
Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, reconciliations)
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Ability to work independently and manage multiple properties

Nice To Haves

Experience with Entrada, Yardi, or comparable property management/accounting software preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with daily financial transactions and data entry
Process accounts payable and help ensure timely vendor payments
Support accounts receivable functions, including posting rent payments
Assist with bank reconciliations
Help prepare monthly financial reports
Support month-end close processes
Maintain organized and accurate financial records
Assist in preparing monthly reporting packages
Help track expenses and support basic budget reporting
Ensure documentation is maintained in compliance with company policies
Provide support during audits and year-end processes
Partner with onsite management and accounting leadership
Work closely with the Corporate Controller and property accounting team on special projects
Provide financial and administrative support to property teams
Take on additional responsibilities as assigned to support professional growth