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:
  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

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Experience with:

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Teams
• Accounts payable automation platforms
• Property management accounting systems
• ERP/accounting software (Sage experience a plus)

• 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

• 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).

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.