Permanent
Property Manager - 19237
Remote, South Africa
remote
Closing date not listed
About this role
Role: Property Manager
Priority Location: South Africa, Philippines, LATAM
Working Hours: EST (Eastern Standard Time)
Type of contract: Independent Contractor
Type of job: Remote
Salary range: Up to $2000/month
The final offer is at the client’s discretion and will depend on the candidate’s interview result, skills, and experience.
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Property Manager with strong AppFolio expertise to take ownership of day-to-day property management operations across its residential portfolio. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role for someone who can step into a live environment with minimal training, independently manage leasing, maintenance, rent collection, and reporting functions, and help improve workflows for long-term efficiency. The ideal candidate will serve as the central point of coordination between tenants, vendors, brokers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth and professional operations.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance Coordination
* Manage inbound maintenance requests through AppFolio
* Triage issues and assign vendors or technicians as needed
* Track work orders through completion and ensure timely resolution
Leasing & Tenant Operations
* Support move-ins and move-outs (MIMOs)
* Assist with lease administration, renewals, and documentation
* Coordinate with brokers or agents on listings and tenant placement
Rent Collection & Financial Tracking
* Monitor rent payments and follow up on delinquencies
* Track tenant insurance compliance
* Maintain accurate records related to tenant accounts
Reporting
* Prepare monthly building-level and portfolio-level reports
* Support bank, ownership, and compliance reporting requirements
Systems & Process Improvement
* Own and optimize AppFolio workflows
* Help standardize internal property management processes
* Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable solutions
Stakeholder Coordination
* Serve as the main point of contact for tenants, vendors, and internal teams
* Ensure timely communication and issue resolution across stakeholders
Qualifications & Skills
Hard Skills
* Proven AppFolio expertise (non-negotiable)
* 3+ years of property management experience
* Experience supporting U.S.-based residential portfolios
* Strong knowledge of leasing, maintenance coordination, rent collection, and tenant operations
* Experience preparing operational and financial reports
* Proficiency with Google Workspace / Microsoft Office tools
Nice to Have
* Experience managing 100–300+ residential units (doors)
* Experience building or optimizing workflows and SOPs
* Background supporting New York or U.S. East Coast portfolios
* Real estate development or portfolio transition experience
Soft Skills
* Strong attention to detail and organization
* Ability to manage multiple workflows simultaneously
* Clear, professional English communication skills
* Proactive and resourceful problem solver
* Ownership mindset with the ability to work independently from day one
* Comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving environment