Property Bookkeeper

Property Bookkeeper

Sojourn | Full-Time | Finance & Accounting

Mission

To support the financial integrity of Sojourn’s portfolio by delivering accurate, timely, and transparent financial records—ensuring our owners experience the same clarity and confidence that our guests feel in every stay.

Position Overview

The Property Bookkeeper plays a critical role in the day-to-day financial operations of Sojourn’s managed portfolio. Working closely with the Senior Property Accountant, this role ensures that all transactions are recorded accurately, accounts are reconciled consistently, and financial data is organized in a way that supports both internal decision-making and owner reporting.

This is a detail-driven role that sits at the intersection of accounting accuracy, operational support, and owner transparency. You are not simply recording numbers—you are helping translate financial activity into clear, reliable insights.

Key Responsibilities1. Financial Recordkeeping & Accuracy

• Maintain accurate financial records across assigned properties
• Record, classify, and reconcile daily financial transactions using Excel and accounting software
• Ensure all entries align with internal standards and accounting best practices

2. Accounts Payable & Transaction Support

• Assist in processing vendor invoices and payments in a timely manner
• Ensure expenses are properly coded, documented, and allocated
• Support internal controls by verifying accuracy before payment processing

3. Bank & Account Reconciliations

• Perform regular bank and account reconciliations
• Identify discrepancies and work proactively toward resolution
• Ensure all accounts are balanced and audit-ready

4. Owner Reporting Support

• Compile and organize financial data for monthly owner statements
• Support the preparation of clean, accurate, and transparent reports
• Ensure all reporting reflects real-time operational activity

5. Systems & Data Management

• Utilize accounting and property management systems to manage financial data
• Maintain clean, organized records across platforms
• Support continuous improvement of workflows and financial processes

6. Communication & Cross-Team Coordination

• Work closely with the accounting, operations, and leadership teams
• Communicate clearly around discrepancies, missing information, or required follow-ups
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and ensure timely completion

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience (property management or real estate preferred)
• A working knowledge of Excel
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with accounting/property management software (Buildium and QuickBooks preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational discipline
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Clear communication skills and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Financial records are consistently accurate and up to date
• Reconciliations are completed on time with minimal discrepancies
• Owner reports are clean, clear, and reliable
• Issues are identified early and resolved proactively
• The accounting team operates smoothly with strong internal support

Why This Role Matters

At Sojourn, financial clarity is a core part of the owner experience.

When this role is executed well:

• Owners trust the numbers
• Teams operate with confidence
• Decisions are made with clarity

This is how we deliver peace of mind—not just through hospitality, but through precision, transparency, and care behind the scenes

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Norfolk, VA 23510