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Accounting Assistant

Confidential Client•Real Estate & Construction
Entry LevelPart-timeHybrid$43,246
Chicago, Illinois
A Day Ago

The Accounting Assistant supports accounts payable and accounting functions within a growing healthcare real estate company, managing invoice processing, vendor coordination, and real estate tax payments. This hybrid role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate and timely financial operations, offering valuable experience for entry-level candidates in a fast-paced environment.

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Description

About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


Responsibilities

  • Administer the accounts payable lifecycle: audit, code, and prepare vendor invoices for payment while ensuring required approvals and documentation.
  • Process electronic payments and invoice batches through AvidXChange and prepare entries for the Yardi accounting system.
  • Research and resolve vendor/payment discrepancies, provide proofs of payment, and maintain accurate AP records.
  • Maintain organized vendor and payable documentation across properties and calendar years.
  • Support real estate tax remittances by tracking bills, coordinating payments, and meeting deadlines.
  • Coordinate with external partners on utility, telecom, waste, and other vendor accounts.
  • Provide administrative support to the accounting team: vendor setup, help with annual 1099/1096 filings, office supply orders, and occasional reception/mail coverage.
  • Assist on ad hoc projects to streamline AP and accounting processes.

Qualifications

  • Entry-level candidates encouraged. Prefer 1+ year of accounting or administrative experience; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is a plus.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel required); strong written and verbal communication.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-starter who can work independently, escalate issues appropriately, and maintain accuracy.
  • Experience with Yardi, AvidXChange, or Engie Impact preferred but not required.
  • Prior real estate accounting or dedicated accounts payable experience is a plus.

What We Offer

  • Pay rate: $19.00 per hour (temporary role with potential to convert to permanent).
  • Hybrid schedule based in Chicago’s West Loop.
  • Benefits (if converted/per client policy): medical, PTO, and 401(k).
  • Practical, hands-on experience in real estate accounting and accounts payable—ideal for early-career candidates looking to grow.

Location & Work Arrangement

  • Location: Chicago, IL — hybrid (onsite in West Loop + remote days per team schedule).
  • Employment type: Full-time, temporary with potential for permanent hire.

Keywords & Candidate Fit

This role is a good match if you are seeking:

  • Entry-level accounting or accounts payable work in Chicago
  • Hands-on AP processing with Yardi and AvidXChange exposure
  • A hybrid West Loop position in real estate accounting

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.

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