Accounting Clerk

Description We are looking for a meticulous and organized Accounting Clerk to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Redwood City, California. This fully onsite position requires a detail-oriented individual who can handle a variety of accounting tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll support. The ideal candidate will bring strong bookkeeping expertise and proficiency in QuickBooks to ensure the financial health of our operations.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records for residential rental properties, including tracking rent payments and property-related expenses.
• Reconcile bank accounts, tenant ledgers, and security deposit accounts to ensure financial accuracy.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, including profit and loss statements and cash flow analyses.
• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments while verifying invoice accuracy and reconciling vendor statements.
• Record tenant payments, post revenue, and resolve account discrepancies to maintain accurate accounts receivable.
• Monitor outstanding balances and generate monthly accounts receivable reports.
• Collect and review approved timesheets to ensure accurate payroll data entry and confidentiality.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and preparation of tax documentation.
• Utilize QuickBooks and other property management software to efficiently manage bookkeeping tasks.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures. Requirements
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping roles.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks for managing financial tasks and records.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Experience with bank reconciliations and tenant ledger maintenance.
• Ability to accurately code invoices and allocate expenses.
• Familiarity with property management software such as Buildium, AppFolio, or TenantCloud is a plus.
• Advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets for financial reporting and analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.

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