AP/AR Accountant

AP/AR Accountant Title: AP/AR Accountant Bill Rate: $25-27/HR Hours: 8-5 M-F Location: 2701 San Tomas Exp, Santa Clara CA Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Reviews and/or processes billing/invoicing and enters data into the accounting databases. Submits cash applications to the vouchers/invoices. Researches and resolves accounts receivable issues. Analyzes records of financial transactions to determine accuracy and completeness of entries Assist in the closing of Monthly Variance Report. Analyzes accounting variances and prepares variance explanation reports. Prepares and/or reviews projections of accounting data to show effects of proposed changes on income and financial condition. Maintains, records, and reconciles billings and accounts receivable Examines financial statements and documents for conformance with accounting requirements and principles. Assist month-end accounting entries and reconciles discrepancies, posts to GL and reviews variances to budget. May be required to read and interpret contracts, legal documents, and other agreements. Ability to record complex business transactions in the general ledger. Other duties may be assigned. Must Have Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information. Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and interact effectively with management, employees, representatives of federal and state governments, and external auditors. Ability to collect, analyze, and summarize data and prepare clear, concise financial reports. Must have ability to convey complex financial issues to non-financial users. Financial Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulations. Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate to advanced figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts intermediate to advanced financial analysis. Advanced understanding of accounting and bookkeeping concepts. Ability to assist with budget and forecast preparation. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience. 2-3+ years professional level accounting experience. Reasoning Ability: Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate to advanced analytical and quantitative skills. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Other Skills and Abilities: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite applications. Ability to design and produce various ad-hoc reports. Advanced knowledge of computer applications related to real estate accounting or financial management systems. Scope of Responsibility: Decisions made with understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Responsible for setting own project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause long-term impact to co-workers and supervisor. Able to solve problems and deal with a variety of options in varying situations.