Accountant

Bookkeeper – Property Management

Clear Water Real Estate Enterprises LLC (CWREE)

Eau Claire, WI · Full-time · In office

Pay: $22.00 – $28.00 per hour, depending on experience

About Clear Water Real Estate Enterprises

Clear Water Real Estate Enterprises LLC (CWREE) is a family-owned rental business based in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, serving our community since 1977. We manage a diverse portfolio of units—including student housing near downtown and UW-Eau Claire, residential rentals, independent senior living, self-storage and commercial properties. Our office is at 630 Water Street, Eau Claire, WI 54703.

We take pride in reliable service for residents and owners, and we’re looking for a detail-oriented bookkeeper to join our in-office team. Our office is professional but casual, and we offer flexibility.

Job details

• Job type: Full-time, normally 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., in office at 630 Water Street, Eau Claire, WI 54703
• Overtime: Occasional overtime, about 3 weeks per year (paid in accordance with applicable law)
• Pay: $22.00 – $28.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Reports to: Ownership / office leadership; works with outside CPA firm on month-end and reporting

What you’ll do

As our in-office Bookkeeper, you will own day-to-day property accounting and support accurate, timely financials for our portfolio. Responsibilities include:

• Accounts receivable and rent posting; tracking payments and follow-up as needed
• Accounts payable: vendor invoices, utility bills, and timely payment processing
• Bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate general ledger activity
• Security deposit accounting in accordance with company practices and applicable requirements
• Month-end close support in coordination with our outside CPA firm
• Preparing owner and investor reports; responding to lender report requests (e.g., rent rolls, P&Ls)
• Payroll support (presently we use QuickBooks Online Payroll)
• Professional communication with tenants, vendors, office/maintenance staff on billing, payment, and property management matters.
• Other related bookkeeping and office accounting tasks as assigned

What we’re looking for

• Bookkeeping experience, ideally 2+ years (full-charge or property accounting experience a strong plus)
• Comfort with property management accounting software—Rent Manager experience preferred; AppFolio, Buildium, Yardi, or similar also valued
• Experience with QuickBooks (Online Payroll familiarity helpful)
• Solid Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
• Ability to handle confidential financial and resident information with discretion
• Clear written and verbal communication; professional, friendly presence in a small office
• Reliable, in-office availability at our Eau Claire location

Benefits

• Employer-matched retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

How to apply

Please apply through Indeed with your resume. In your application or cover note, briefly note your bookkeeping experience and any property management software you have used (Rent Manager, AppFolio, Buildium, Yardi, or similar). Questions about the role may be directed to [email protected] or 715-838-2000.

Equal employment opportunity

Clear Water Real Estate Enterprises LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person