Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist – Commercial Property Management Location: Contra Costa County, CA Pay: $35–$40/hour Schedule: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire

About the Opportunity A small, established commercial property management company in Contra Costa County is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join its team. This individual will work closely with the Accounting Manager and play an important role in supporting the company's daily accounting operations. The primary focus will be accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and enjoys working in a hands-on accounting position within a smaller, collaborative team environment. Previous experience in commercial real estate or property management is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily Accounts Payable activities, including reviewing, coding, entering, and processing vendor invoices.
• Handle Accounts Receivable functions, including preparing invoices, posting payments, and monitoring outstanding balances.
• Perform routine bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Review transactions for accuracy and ensure proper coding and documentation.
• Maintain accurate financial records and organized accounting files.
• Assist with general bookkeeping and daily accounting activities.
• Research and resolve discrepancies involving invoices, payments, and account balances.
• Monitor outstanding items and follow up on accounting-related questions.
• Work closely with the Accounting Manager to support daily accounting operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Previous experience in commercial real estate or property management is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Experience with bank and general ledger reconciliations.
• Sage CRE (Construction & Real Estate) experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a small team environment.

Additional Position Details

• Focus on daily accounting and bookkeeping functions.
• No payroll processing responsibilities.
• No month-end close responsibilities.
• Works directly with the Accounting Manager.

Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate enjoys managing the details of day-to-day accounting and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records. Someone with experience in commercial real estate, property management, or a similar small-business accounting environment would be an excellent fit.

How to Apply If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career goals, I'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume or connect with me directly on LinkedIn at Margaret Figueroa. You can also reach me at 510-296-8872. About Robert Half Robert Half is a leading talent solutions firm connecting qualified professionals with top employers. Our team is dedicated to helping candidates navigate their career opportunities and find the right fit.

Equal Opportunity Employer Robert Half is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds and consider candidates without regard to legally protected characteristics in accordance with applicable laws.