Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, in the property management industry, is in need for an Accounting Clerk to join their team on a temp-to-hire basis! This role supports both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, helping keep financial records accurate, payments on schedule, and customer accounts up to date. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing independent work with collaboration across the team.

This is a great entry level opportunity to grow into accounting.

Responsibilities:

• Manage outgoing and incoming financial transactions by supporting daily accounts payable and accounts receivable operations.

• Prepare customer billing, record incoming payments, and apply receipts accurately within the appropriate accounts.

• Review vendor invoices for accuracy, enter payment details into the system, and coordinate timely disbursements through approved payment methods.

• Reconcile account activity, research differences in balances, and resolve billing or payment discrepancies with customers and vendors.

• Prepare daily bank deposit activity and post cash receipts while maintaining accurate supporting documentation.

• Monitor specialized accounts such as lease-related payments, vendor discounts, and intercompany transactions to ensure timely processing and reconciliation.

• Maintain vendor records, update tax reporting details for 1099 purposes, and organize paid and unpaid invoice files in a consistent manner.

• Assist with year-end 1099 review and distribution, provide backup front desk support when needed, and contribute to other administrative or accounting tasks as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• At least 1 year of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting support.

• Experienced in QuickBooks, or Yardi, or Appfolio is preferred, however, open to a candidate who is tech savvy

• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Effective communication skills and a detail-oriented approach when interacting with vendors, customers, and internal team members.

• Must be adaptable, willing to learn new processes, and able to successfully complete all candidate screening requirements.