Accounting Specialist

Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for an Accounting Specialist in the Real Estate Property/Facilities Management industry, located in Portage, Michigan. As an Accounting Specialist, you will be responsible for managing critical data entry tasks and providing support in generating and analyzing General Ledger (GL) reports. Responsibilities: Responsible for managing data entry of financial records, ensuring all information is complete and up to date. Assist in generating and analyzing daily, weekly, and monthly GL reconciliations and reports. Review and verify financial documents such as invoices and expense reports. Maintain and organize financial records, spreadsheets, and databases. Assist in year-end financial reporting, including preparing GL summaries and reconciliations. Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial data input. Support the finance team with ad-hoc data analysis and reporting tasks as needed. Ensure the confidentiality of sensitive financial information. Use various software tools including Google Drive, Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Table, RealPage, and more to perform tasks and maintain records. Utilize skills in data entry, general ledger, account reconciliation, coding accuracy, and real estate finance for efficient job performance. Requirements Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably within the real estate property/facilities management industry Proficiency in using Google Drive and Google Suite is essential Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, particularly with pivot tables, are required Must be able to perform data entry tasks with a high degree of accuracy Experience with general ledger and account reconciliation is necessary Demonstrated ability to ensure accuracy in all tasks, including coding Knowledge of real estate finance and real estate property management is desirable Familiarity with RealPage software would be advantageous Should be capable of performing year-end reporting and monthly account reconciliation tasks A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .