Part-Time Bookkeeper Job at The Coley Group (Raleigh)

Part-Time Bookkeeper

The Coley Group

Location:
United States , Raleigh

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Coley Group, one of the leading residential real estate teams in the Greater Raleigh Metroplex, is seeking a highly experienced Part-Time Bookkeeper to manage financial operations for the team and two affiliated entities. This is a vital role for a seasoned professional with deep expertise in small business bookkeeping - preferably in real estate- and strong communication skills to support budgeting, reporting, and financial accountability across departments. This is a long-term part-time opportunity to work with a stable, high-performing real estate team that values operational excellence, financial transparency, and collaborative culture—all in service of “Showing Raleigh’s Best.”

Job Responsibility:

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts for The Coley Group and two affiliated entities
Prepare and deliver accurate monthly profit and loss (P&L) statements by the 15th of the following month
Manage day-to-day bookkeeping, including expense categorization, vendor payments, agent reimbursements, and commission tracking
Coordinate with the Director of Operations on payroll-related entries
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as GCI, expenses as a percentage of revenue, and department-level spend
Monitor and support adherence to departmental budgets
collaborate with team leaders to increase financial awareness and responsibility
Provide basic financial guidance to non-financial staff on budgeting, expense reporting, and cost control
Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and year-end financial preparation
Coordinate with the CPA for tax filings and ensure all records are audit-ready
Maintain strict confidentiality of financial records, payroll data, and proprietary business information
Recommend and implement process improvements and internal financial controls
Integrate accounting systems with other platforms (CRM, payroll, or operations tools) to improve workflow efficiency
Share weekly status updates with team leadership and communicate proactively to flag budget risks or inconsistencies

Requirements:

Minimum 5–10 years of professional bookkeeping experience
Strong preference for candidates with residential real estate or commission-based business experience
Familiarity with transaction timelines, escrow disbursements, and commission splits is strongly preferred
Proficient in QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets
Experience managing books for multiple entities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
Strong written communication skills for weekly reporting and documentation
Highly organized, self-directed, and detail-oriented
Must be available to work on-site in Raleigh 2 days per week

Nice to have:

Experience integrating accounting tools with CRMs, payroll systems, or operational platforms
Familiarity with cloud-based tools such as Google Drive, Slack, or Asana

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 17, 2026

Employment Type:

Parttime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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