Junior Accountant
Search Masters, Inc.
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New York City Metropolitan Area
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Posted April 3, 2026
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- Process and calculate real estate agent commissions based on closing statements and commission agreements
- Review and reconcile closing disclosures, escrow statements, and broker commission reports
- Ensure accurate commission splits, referral fees, and transaction deductions
- Prepare and post journal entries related to real estate transactions and commission payments
- Reconcile commission payable accounts and general ledger accounts
- Assist with trust account and escrow account reconciliations (if applicable)
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable related to transactions
- Verify receipt of brokerage fees and other transaction-related income
- Support month-end and year-end closing procedures
- Maintain organized transaction files and supporting documentation
- Assist in preparing financial reports and management reports
- Respond to agent inquiries regarding commission statements and payments
- Ensure compliance with brokerage policies and real estate regulations Qualifications
Commitments
Accountant Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Responsibilities:
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Requirements
- Ensure compliance with brokerage policies and real estate regulations Qualifications
- 5 years of accounting experience; real estate or brokerage experience preferred
- Basic understanding of GAAP
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including formulas and reconciliations)
- Proficiency in Yardi is required
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to handle confidential financial information Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage high transaction volume and deadlines
- Clear written and verbal communication
Preferred Skills
- 5 years of accounting experience; real estate or brokerage experience preferred
- Familiarity with real estate closing documents (CDs, settlement statements, HUD-1) preferred
- Experience with accounting software and/or real estate transaction management systems preferred
Education
- (Not required) – Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance,
SEEKING: Junior Accountant A New York Real Estate company is looking for a Junior Accountant to support its brokerage operations by maintaining accurate financial records, processing agent commissions, and reconciling broker and escrow statements. This role is crucial for ensuring timely and precise commission payments, adhering to brokerage agreements, and properly recording real estate transactions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, transaction-driven environment. Title: Jr. Accountant Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Responsibilities:
Process and calculate real estate agent commissions based on closing statements and commission agreements
Review and reconcile closing disclosures, escrow statements, and broker commission reports
Ensure accurate commission splits, referral fees, and transaction deductions
Prepare and post journal entries related to real estate transactions and commission payments
Reconcile commission payable accounts and general ledger accounts
Assist with trust account and escrow account reconciliations (if applicable)
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable related to transactions
Verify receipt of brokerage fees and other transaction-related income
Support month-end and year-end closing procedures
Maintain organized transaction files and supporting documentation
Assist in preparing financial reports and management reports
Respond to agent inquiries regarding commission statements and payments
Ensure compliance with brokerage policies and real estate regulations Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance,
5 years of accounting experience; real estate or brokerage experience preferred
Basic understanding of GAAP
Familiarity with real estate closing documents (CDs, settlement statements, HUD-1) preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including formulas and reconciliations)
Experience with accounting software and/or real estate transaction management systems preferred
Proficiency in Yardi is required
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to handle confidential financial information Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage high transaction volume and deadlines
Excellent organizational skills
Clear written and verbal communication
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Professionalism and integrity
Process and calculate real estate agent commissions based on closing statements and commission agreements
Review and reconcile closing disclosures, escrow statements, and broker commission reports
Ensure accurate commission splits, referral fees, and transaction deductions
Prepare and post journal entries related to real estate transactions and commission payments
Reconcile commission payable accounts and general ledger accounts
Assist with trust account and escrow account reconciliations (if applicable)
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable related to transactions
Verify receipt of brokerage fees and other transaction-related income
Support month-end and year-end closing procedures
Maintain organized transaction files and supporting documentation
Assist in preparing financial reports and management reports
Respond to agent inquiries regarding commission statements and payments
Ensure compliance with brokerage policies and real estate regulations Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance,
5 years of accounting experience; real estate or brokerage experience preferred
Basic understanding of GAAP
Familiarity with real estate closing documents (CDs, settlement statements, HUD-1) preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including formulas and reconciliations)
Experience with accounting software and/or real estate transaction management systems preferred
Proficiency in Yardi is required
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to handle confidential financial information Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage high transaction volume and deadlines
Excellent organizational skills
Clear written and verbal communication
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Professionalism and integrity