Robert Half is hiring: Accounting Assistant in Costa Mesa

We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for an Accounting Assistant based in Costa Rica Mesa, California. As an Accounting Assistant, you will be tasked with a variety of accounting tasks, ranging from compiling financial reports, managing tenant accounts, to assisting property managers and other department employees.

Responsibilities
• Accurately and efficiently process customer credit applications.
• Maintain precise records of customer credit.
• Adjust tenant accounts and bill tenants as needed.
• Keep track of owner-signed checks and mail.
• Enter manual deposits and checks into Excel spreadsheets.
• Set up property and tenant accounts when necessary.
• Reconcile bank statements, post interest, and scan to Laserfiche.
• Prepare and make copies of special reports for financials.
• Enter property payroll checks into AP and cut checks.
• Process stop payments and void checks.
• Approve AP invoices when necessary.
• Assist with additional work and projects as needed.
• Answer queries from managers and assistants.• Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is necessary for efficient data management and financial reporting.
• Solid understanding of Accounting Functions is crucial to support the accounting department.
• Experience in handling Accounts Payable (AP) to ensure timely and accurate payment processing.
• Proficiency in managing Accounts Receivable (AR) to keep track of all incoming payments.
• Ability to perform Bank Reconciliations to maintain transparency and accuracy in financial records.
• Knowledge of Yardi is beneficial for property management accounting and reporting tasks.
• Familiarity with Yardi Property Management software is desirable to streamline property management tasks.
• Experience with MRI software is advantageous for effective property and investment management.