Jr. Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Jr. Level Accountant to join a growing finance team in Orange, California. In this role, you will help keep daily accounting activities organized and accurate while contributing to timely financial reporting and smooth transaction processing. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in accounting principles who is ready to build hands-on experience across core financial functions.

Responsibilities:

Maintain financial records by posting journal entries and updating account activity with a high degree of accuracy. Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, general ledger balances, payables, and receivables to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly. Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including key supporting schedules. Review and process invoices, employee expenses, and payment transactions while confirming appropriate approvals and documentation are in place. Compile financial data to support budgeting efforts, forecast updates, and analysis of variances against expected results. Provide assistance with audit requests, tax-related documentation, and regulatory filings by organizing records and preparing supporting materials. Partner with senior accounting staff on daily operations, including reviewing transactional work and helping maintain process quality. Address questions from internal teams and external contacts regarding billing, payments, and other financial activity. Track fixed assets, depreciation activity, and inventory-related records to support accurate financial reporting. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 3+ years of accounting experience in a business environment. Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliations, and accounting entries. Experience using accounting systems and strong spreadsheet skills, especially in Microsoft Excel. Solid understanding of basic accounting standards, financial reporting, and bookkeeping practices. Strong analytical ability with careful attention to detail and numerical accuracy. Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities. Robert Half is the world's 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .