Accounting Specialist

We are looking for a Part-Time Accounting Specialist to support financial operations for a real estate and property organization in Jersey City, New Jersey. This is a long-term contract position.

About the Role

This role focuses on maintaining accurate records, preparing regulatory and financial reporting, and supporting compliance with housing and governmental accounting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in property-related accounting, a solid understanding of HUD-funded programs, and the ability to manage recurring reporting deadlines with precision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete accounting records and update the general ledger each month in accordance with applicable accounting standards, prescribed account structures, and GAAP requirements.
• Develop budgets, financial statements, and supporting documentation required by governing agencies, housing authorities, and state oversight bodies.
• Prepare and submit required state and federal financial documents, including requisition packages and periodic financial reports.
• Process payroll-related filings and produce required state and federal payroll reports accurately and on schedule.
• Participate in meetings with internal staff, oversight representatives, and commissioners to provide financial updates and respond to accounting inquiries.
• Produce quarterly budget-to-actual reports for each housing authority entity, summarizing fiscal year spending against approved budgets.
• Reconcile bank accounts promptly after statements are received and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate cash reporting.
• Complete account reconciliations and assemble audit support schedules, worksheets, and financial documentation needed for annual audit preparation and statutory compliance.
• Prepare and file electronic or manual financial submissions required by state agencies, housing authorities, and other regulatory bodies.

Requirements

• Previous experience in accounting roles supporting funded housing or public-sector programs, with working knowledge of HUD-related requirements.
• Strong background in accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and general accounting operations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform bank and account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Experience preparing financial reports, payroll filings, and compliance documentation for state and federal agencies.
• Familiarity with audit preparation and maintaining records that support regulatory and financial compliance.
• Understanding of GAAP and the ability to apply standardized account classifications and reporting practices.
• Must be eligible for approval by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.