What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Good Life Group?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Good Life Group has become a cornerstone of real estate in the Omaha Metro, Southwest Iowa, and surrounding areas, proudly serving the community for over 10 years. Our team of talented agents and staff brings deep expertise, professionalism, and dedication to every client experience. Guided by our core values of Passion, Authenticity, Inclusion, Growth, and Excellence (P.A.I.G.E.), we foster a supportive, collaborative, and positive culture. This commitment to excellence ensures that both our team and our clients thrive together.
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounting Specialist to join our Finance department. This role manages day-to-day financial operations, including payables, receivables, reconciliations, and reporting, while also learning commissions as a backup to ensure business continuity. The Accounting Specialist works alongside the Commissions Processor, who focuses on commission-specific processing and reporting, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and operational continuity across the Finance team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate payments
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank, credit card, and account reconciliations
- Calculate and process franchise payments on schedule
- Enter, track, and reconcile commission data between internal systems
- Create and process ACH payments and checks for agents, vendors, and external brokerages
- Generate and distribute financial and production reports
- Support budget tracking, expense management, and accounts payable cycles
- Collaborate with leadership to improve accounting workflows and maintain compliance
- Serve as a backup for all commission processing functions
Requirements
- 3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Excel, and Google Workspace
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
- Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Effective communicator who collaborates well across departments and maintains confidentiality
- Proactive, resourceful, and committed to continuous improvement
*Training Requirement*
The person hired for this role must be available for at least 4 Saturday shifts (4–6 hours each) within the first two months of employment. These sessions provide immersive, hands-on experience with our systems and workflows to ensure thorough understanding and long-term success in the role.
Work Schedule
This is a full-time, in-office role, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with the Saturday training shifts noted above.
Application Process
We review applications within 2 weeks, and candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.