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Job Title: Accountant

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage financial operations and reporting for assigned properties. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate financial statement preparation, compliance with accounting standards, and provide valuable support to management teams.

Responsibilities

+ Prepare monthly financial statements, journal entries, and reconciliations for assigned properties.

+ Ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and payments.

+ Post journal entries in accordance with GAAP and other accounting standards.

+ Monitor escrow funding and ensure compliance for assigned properties.

+ Provide accounting support to property and regional managers.

+ Support other accountants and contribute to special projects as needed.

Essential Skills

+ Expertise in accounting and bookkeeping.

+ Proficiency in general ledger management.

+ Strong reconciliation skills.

+ Experience in preparing journal entries.

+ Knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Qualifications

+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).

+ Proficiency with Excel and modern accounting software.

Preferred Skills

+ Experience with property management/accounting systems (Yardi, MRI, RealPage).

+ Familiarity with escrow accounting and compliance requirements.

Work Environment

Professional office setting with standard business hours. Collaborative team environment utilizing modern accounting tools.

Why Join Us

+ Competitive compensation and benefits.

+ Opportunities for growth and development.

+ Supportive and team-oriented culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sioux Falls, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sioux Falls,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.