Robert Half is hiring: Accounting Clerk in Chicago

The salary range for this position is $55,000-$70,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is just around the corner’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. 

Job Description

The position will report to the assigned Senior Accountant. This person will assist with the following responsibilities.

1. Receive mail regarding any accounting functions for assigned properties via US Mail and/or Email.

2. Scan and save all invoices, loan statements and bank statements in each entity’s folder via US Mail or Online download.

3. Seek approval for invoices that require an approval.

4. Enter invoices into either the bank’s PayScan system or our accounting systems (Skyline and/or AppFolio).

5. Update the cash sheet with deposits and payments in real time and daily for each assigned property.

6. Record cash receipts from tenants into our Skyline system. AppFolio tenant receipts are automatically booked.

7. Verify with the property manager any tenant payments that require a specific tenant charge code.

8. Must be a team player who is willing to cross train after main responsibilities are learned.

9. Assist the Senior Accountant with other tasks as needed.

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:

Experience with real estate accounting software (preferably Skyline and/or AppFolio, but other software will be considered if they are a quick study) and Excel

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Flexible - Open to candidates without a college degree who have had some exposure to real estate, development, or property management accounting – Who are eager and willing to learn

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m