Description We are looking for a dependable and detail-focused Accounting Clerk to support daily finance and administrative activities for a housing-focused organization in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to accurate payment processing, strong recordkeeping, and responsive support for internal teams and external partners. The ideal candidate brings accounting knowledge, organizational strength, and a service-minded approach to handling invoices, ledgers, and financial communication. Responsibilities: u2022 Manage recurring payment activities, including rent-related disbursements, housing assistance transactions, and utility reimbursements, while maintaining accuracy and timeliness. u2022 Examine tenant and program charges on a regular schedule, verify supporting details, and post approved billing activity for participating landlords. u2022 Prepare electronic and paper-based payments, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with internal approval practices. u2022 Respond to questions from tenants, landlords, vendors, and staff regarding account balances, reimbursements, payment status, and available payment options. u2022 Review vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, assign appropriate coding to invoices, and route items for management approval. u2022 Process weekly invoices and maintain well-organized accounts payable records across both digital files and physical documentation, including vendor portal information. u2022 Support reporting activities by generating tax documents, updating prepaid expense accruals, tracking resident account activity, and maintaining journals and spreadsheets. u2022 Assist with fixed asset record updates, year-end asset reporting in Yardi, bank reconciliation tasks, mail distribution, and other administrative support duties as needed. Requirements u2022 Coursework in Accounting or a related discipline combined with administrative or clerical experience, or an equivalent mix of education and hands-on background. u2022 Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice handling, and accurate data entry practices. u2022 Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, along with the ability to learn new software applications quickly. u2022 Experience using accounting platforms such as QuickBooks; familiarity with Yardi is beneficial. u2022 Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with vendors, residents, and internal stakeholders. u2022 High level of accuracy, sound organization, and effective time management when balancing multiple priorities. u2022 Customer service mindset and a dependable approach to completing routine financial and administrative tasks. Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.
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Accounting Clerk