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Accounting Specialist
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team in Austin, Texas. This Contract-to-Permanent position involves managing key financial processes, including payment collection, vendor approvals, and maintaining accounting records. The role offers an excellent opportunity to collaborate with both onshore and offshore teams while contributing to critical operational functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collect and process daily payments through accounting software, including remote deposits and manual bank deposits as required.<br>• Oversee the approval process for new vendors, ensuring compliance with company policies.<br>• Investigate and resolve accounts payable inquiries, addressing discrepancies and vendor payment issues in collaboration with the offshore team.<br>• Sort, open, and distribute incoming accounting correspondence to ensure timely processing.<br>• Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems for payments and accounting-related documentation.<br>• Assist in the preparation and filing of annual 1099 reports alongside onshore and offshore teams.<br>• Provide administrative support by managing DocuSign requests, printing and mailing checks, and handling other assigned tasks.<br>• Facilitate technical support for Yardi software, including user onboarding, troubleshooting, and escalating issues as necessary.<br>• Collaborate with the Treasury department to establish new bank accounts, entities, and properties.<br>• Monitor and address invoices lacking workflows, ensuring smooth monthly roll-forward processes.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.<br>• Proficiency in account reconciliation and general accounting functions.<br>• Experience working with Yardi software and property management systems.<br>• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate with support teams as needed.<br>• Excellent organizational skills with a focus on maintaining accurate financial records.<br>• Effective communication skills for collaborating with both onshore and offshore teams.<br>• Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements, including 1099 filings.<br>• Capability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
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  • Austin, TX
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 22.16 - 25.66 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team in Austin, Texas. This Contract-to-Permanent position involves managing key financial processes, including payment collection, vendor approvals, and maintaining accounting records. The role offers an excellent opportunity to collaborate with both onshore and offshore teams while contributing to critical operational functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collect and process daily payments through accounting software, including remote deposits and manual bank deposits as required.<br>• Oversee the approval process for new vendors, ensuring compliance with company policies.<br>• Investigate and resolve accounts payable inquiries, addressing discrepancies and vendor payment issues in collaboration with the offshore team.<br>• Sort, open, and distribute incoming accounting correspondence to ensure timely processing.<br>• Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems for payments and accounting-related documentation.<br>• Assist in the preparation and filing of annual 1099 reports alongside onshore and offshore teams.<br>• Provide administrative support by managing DocuSign requests, printing and mailing checks, and handling other assigned tasks.<br>• Facilitate technical support for Yardi software, including user onboarding, troubleshooting, and escalating issues as necessary.<br>• Collaborate with the Treasury department to establish new bank accounts, entities, and properties.<br>• Monitor and address invoices lacking workflows, ensuring smooth monthly roll-forward processes.
  • 2025-09-22T21:24:24Z

Accounting Specialist Job in Austin | Robert Half