Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk Robert Half - 3.9 Berkeley, CA Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract $22 - $26 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Accounting and finance experience Full Job Description We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a well-established retail food company in Berkeley, California. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent, is fully onsite, and offers the chance to contribute to daily finance operations in a busy, team-oriented setting. The ideal candidate will help keep financial activity organized, accurate, and current while supporting essential accounting processes across the department. This role is located 100% onsite in Berkeley, CA and is a contract to hire position.

Responsibilities:

Manage daily accounts payable, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and on time. Enter invoices, payments, and expense documentation into the accounting system while verifying details for completeness and accuracy. Reconcile bank activity and other financial accounts to identify discrepancies and support clean records. Maintain organized accounting files and supporting documentation for routine financial operations and audits. Assist with month-end tasks by preparing account information, reviewing balances, and supporting basic financial reporting. Address accounting-related questions from internal teams and external contacts in a courteous and timely manner. Support consistent financial operations by tracking routine deadlines and helping the team stay current on transaction processing. At least 1 year of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a closely related finance support role. Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fundamental accounting practices. Experience using QuickBooks or similar accounting software in a transactional processing environment. Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to process invoices efficiently and keep financial records well organized. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort handling recurring administrative and accounting tasks. Dependable work habits, strong punctuality, and the ability to manage deadlines in a structured onsite setting. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .