DeWinter Group
Job Title: Accounts Receivable (A/R) Accountant – Contract to Hire
Location: Hybrid – Sacramento (3 Days)
Job Summary
The Accounts Receivable Accountant is responsible for managing cash application, and collections while also performing bank reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. This role works closely with the Accounting and Finance teams to support month-end close activities and maintain strong internal controls. Experience with Yardi is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Apply and reconcile customer payments (checks, ACH, wire transfers, credit cards)
Follow up on outstanding A/R balances
Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations and investigate reconciling items
Reconcile accounts receivable sub-ledger to the general ledger
Research and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, and account discrepancies
Prepare A/R aging reports, cash receipts summaries, and other related schedules
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
Maintain accurate customer and cash records in the accounting system
Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation
Collaborate with Property Management, Operations, and Accounting teams as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, cash accounting, or general accounting
Experience performing bank reconciliations
Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems;
Yardi experience strongly preferred
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, reconciliations)
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in real estate or property management accounting
Experience working in a multi-entity or high-volume transaction environment
Familiarity with month-end close processes and audit support
Key Competencies
Detail-oriented with strong reconciliation skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Customer-service mindset with professional communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
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Key Responsibilities
Apply and reconcile customer payments (checks, ACH, wire transfers, credit cards)
Follow up on outstanding A/R balances
Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations and investigate reconciling items
Reconcile accounts receivable sub-ledger to the general ledger
Research and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, and account discrepancies
Prepare A/R aging reports, cash receipts summaries, and other related schedules
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
Maintain accurate customer and cash records in the accounting system
Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation
Collaborate with Property Management, Operations, and Accounting teams as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, cash accounting, or general accounting
Experience performing bank reconciliations
Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems;
Yardi experience strongly preferred
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, reconciliations)
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in real estate or property management accounting
Experience working in a multi-entity or high-volume transaction environment
Familiarity with month-end close processes and audit support
Key Competencies
Detail-oriented with strong reconciliation skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Customer-service mindset with professional communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
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