Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk – Contract or Direct Hire | 100% Onsite | Real Estate Industry

Vaco is working with areal estate company in the Atlanta area (near The Battery) to identify a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Clerk. The role offers exposure to a variety of accounting duties with potential for long-term stability and growth.

Position Overview

• Title: Accounting Clerk

• Location: 100% Onsite | Near The Battery (walkable location)

• Hours: Standard business hours, Monday–Friday

• Pay Range: $27–$30/hr (contract) | $60K + possible 5% annual bonus (perm)

What’s In It For You

• Growing real estate-focused business with strong leadership

• Exposure to both accounts payable and receivable responsibilities

• Stable environment with clear expectations and supportive teammates

• Ability to take on more accounting tasks over time as you grow into the role

Key Responsibilities

• Process rent payments (electronic and in-person deposits)

• Input tenant charges and rent batches into internal accounting system

• Handle a high volume of vendor invoices with proper coding and description

• Assist with credit card reconciliations, property onboarding, and utility transfers

• Upload documentation for AP and track vendor payments and statements

• Provide administrative support for various accounting-related tasks including tracking tax bills, processing reimbursements, and preparing reports

• Maintain insurance certificate tracking and assist with property budget entry

• Manage general mail and provide additional support to the accounting team

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 2+ years of accounting support experience, particularly in AP/AR

• Comfortable processing 100+ invoices/week

• Detail-oriented and able to follow established procedures

• Focused, and professional demeanor; able to take feedback constructively

• Experience with property management accounting software (MRI, Yardi, or similar) is a plus

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables not required)

• Previous experience in real estate or commercial property is a bonus

This role sits within a tight-knit accounting team and is best suited for someone who enjoys a structured, head-down work environment. The company is looking for someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a desire to contribute meaningfully to the team’s success.

If you’re ready for a new opportunity and have the accounting background to jump in quickly, we’d love to connect!