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