Offshore Accountant - Multifamily Real Estate Fund

Company: Guardian Capital
Location: Remote (Nearshore / Offshore)
Engagement Type: Full-Time Contractor
Department: Fund Accounting / Property Accounting
Reports to: Fund Controller

About Guardian Capital

Guardian Capital is a growing real estate investment vehicle focused on multifamily and value-add assets across strategic U.S. markets. As part of a family of companies, we combine institutional discipline with operational excellence to drive long-term, risk-adjusted returns for our investors. Our offshore accounting team plays a critical role in supporting accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and operational efficiency across the fund.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Offshore Accountant to support bank reconciliations, accounts payable management, and ongoing property-level accounting tasks for a specific fund. This role will provide day-to-day accounting support for multiple assets and entities, ensuring timely and accurate financial records. The ideal candidate has strong experience in property accounting or fund-level bookkeeping, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can work independently with a high degree of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

Banking & Reconciliations

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations for multiple real estate entities.
• Reconcile credit card activity, escrow accounts, and operating accounts.
• Investigate discrepancies and ensure all reconciling items are properly resolved.

Accounts Payable

• Process accounts payable across multiple properties/entities.
• Review invoices, match to contracts or POs, and ensure proper coding.
• Coordinate with property teams to verify approvals and documentation.
• Maintain AP aging schedules and follow up on outstanding items.

Property & Fund-Level Accounting Support

• Update ledgers and assist in maintaining clean, accurate books across entities.
• Support monthly close activities including journal entries and accruals.
• Assist with preparation of property and fund-level financial reports as directed.
• Help gather documentation needed for audits, tax filings, or lender reporting.

Systems & Tools

• Utilize QuickBooks and/or AppFolio (or similar property accounting software) for daily tasks.
• Maintain organized digital files and ensure proper document controls.

Provide insight on improving workflows or accounting processes

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• 3+ years of experience in property accounting, fund accounting, or real estate bookkeeping.
• Strong understanding of AP, bank reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks (QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification preferred).
• Experience with AppFolio, Yardi, Buildium, or similar property accounting software.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organization.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple properties or entities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• CPA or similar certification is a plus but not required.

Who You Are

• Highly reliable, detail-driven, and comfortable working autonomously.
• Strong understanding of real estate accounting principles.
• A self-starter who thrives in a remote environment.
• Efficient, organized, and able to handle recurring monthly deadlines.
• Comfortable coordinating across teams and managing tasks for multiple properties.

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive wages.
• Fully remote/offshore position with consistent workload.
• Opportunity to work with a sophisticated real estate investment platform.
• Exposure to U.S. property and fund accounting best practices.
• Supportive team environment and ongoing collaboration with the Guardian Capital finance team.