Accounting Assistant - AP

Accounting Specialist III (Contract-to-Hire)

Our client, a well-established property management organization, is seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist III to join their team in a contract-to-hire capacity. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with strong accounts payable experience who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Position Details

• Position: Accounting Specialist III

• Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

• Compensation: $21 to $24.50/hour

• Location: Tigard, OR

• Full-Time: 40 hours per week

• Parking Available

Position Overview

The Accounting Specialist III will support the accounting team by managing high-volume accounts payable activities, account reconciliations, journal entries, payroll processing, and other accounting functions across a diverse property portfolio. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Process approximately 1,000 invoices weekly.

• Manage accounting functions for a portfolio of 35-40 properties.

• Prepare and post journal entries.

• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations.

• Process rent collections, security deposits, and account adjustments.

• Assist with financial statement preparation.

• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting activities.

• Process bi-weekly payroll.

• Complete daily check processing and bank transfers.

• Review tenant and property activity for accuracy within internal systems.

• Provide training and support to new accounting team members.

• Assist with compliance and reporting related to housing subsidy programs.

• Support various accounting and administrative projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in high-volume accounts payable processing.

• Experience handling large invoice volumes and account coding.

• Solid understanding of debits, credits, and account reconciliations.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.

• Strong technical aptitude and ability to quickly learn new systems.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Strong communication and customer service abilities.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

• Property management accounting experience is preferred but not required.

• Degree not required.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Associate degree preferred.

• Alternatively, 3-4 years of relevant accounting experience.

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Preferred Technical Skills

Experience with:

• Microsoft Excel

• Microsoft Outlook

• Microsoft Teams

• Accounts payable automation platforms

• Property management accounting systems

• ERP/accounting software (Sage experience a plus)

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Prescription Drug Coverage

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 11 Paid Holidays

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)

• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license required.

• Ability to occasionally travel for training and company events.

• Ability to lift up to 25-50 pounds on occasion.

• Successful completion of a background check and drug screening (THC excluded).

Why Apply?

This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional looking to expand their experience in a dynamic, high-volume environment. You'll work closely with an established accounting team, gain exposure to multiple accounting systems, and have the opportunity to transition into a permanent position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay Details: $21.00 to $24.50 per hour

Search managed by: Austin Pellissier

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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