Accounts Receivable Accountant

Our client, a leader in commercial real estate, is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Accountant to support billing, receivables, variance analysis, and month-end close activities in Santa Clara, CA. This is a full-time, onsite position operating Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. This position starts as a 4-month contract opportunity and pays $28.50-30 per hour based on experience. The Accounts Receivable Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions, compliance with GAAP, and high-quality reporting that supports both operational and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and/or process billing and invoicing; enter data into accounting systems and submit cash applications to vouchers/invoices.

• Research, analyze, and resolve accounts receivable discrepancies and issues.

• Analyze financial transaction records to determine accuracy and completeness of entries.

• Assist in preparing the Monthly Variance Report; analyze accounting variances and develop variance explanation reports.

• Prepare and/or review projections of accounting data to illustrate the impact of proposed changes on income and financial condition.

• Maintain, record, and reconcile billings and accounts receivable.

• Examine financial statements and documents for conformance with accounting requirements and principles.

• Assist with month-end close activities by preparing journal entries, reconciling discrepancies, posting to the general ledger, and reviewing budget-to-actual variances.

• Read and interpret contracts, legal documents, and agreements as needed; record complex business transactions in the general ledger.

• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational and analytical capabilities.

• Proven ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service to customers and stakeholders.

• Ability to effectively present information and communicate with management, employees, government representatives, and external auditors.

• Strong ability to collect, analyze, and summarize data to prepare clear, concise financial reports.

• Ability to explain complex financial issues to non-financial users in a clear and accessible manner.

• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and FASB regulations.

• Ability to calculate intermediate to advanced figures (percentages, discounts, commissions) and perform intermediate to advanced financial analyses.

• Advanced understanding of accounting and bookkeeping concepts, with the ability to assist in budget and forecast preparation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 2–3 years of professional-level accounting experience.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with the ability to produce ad hoc reports.

• Experience with financial management or real estate accounting systems.

• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents; strong problem-solving abilities with experience evaluating multiple options in complex situations.

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to interpret instructions delivered in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Proven ability to manage deadlines, make informed decisions, and work independently within established policies and procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and understand the long-term impact of accounting decisions.