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AppleOne

Accounting Specialist

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What they do

An Accounting Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.

$48,272 / year median in California

-12% projected decline

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to provide temporary leave coverage for a well-established organization in Ventura County. The primary focus of this role will be managing the accounts payable process through Concur and Ramp, processing payments, supporting month-end close, reviewing AP coding, preparing and uploading journal entries, recording and reconciling bank transactions, and assisting with billing data entry. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who is highly detail-oriented, organized, a quick learner, and able to work effectively and collaboratively with an established Finance team. Key Responsibilities Monitor the full accounts payable process using Concur and Ramp Process weekly checks and ACH payments accurately and timely Research vendor accounts, reconcile statements, and investigate and resolve invoice or billing discrepancies Review and process employee expenses and mileage reports Verify, upload, code, and post accounting transactions to the appropriate general ledger accounts and cost centers Support month-end close activities, including reviewing AP coding and preparing and uploading journal entries Record and reconcile bank transactions and perform monthly bank reconciliations Maintain supporting schedules and reconcile balances to the general ledger Assist with billing data entry and accounts receivable functions as needed Assist with financial reporting and other general accounting functions Provide support with accounting audits and Finance department projects Maintain accurate records and strict confidentiality Work collaboratively with Finance team members to meet deadlines and ensure accuracy Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of accounting or finance experience Experience with accounts payable, general ledger accounting, journal entries, and reconciliations Experience supporting month-end close activities Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel Experience working with accounting or ERP systems Strong attention to detail and accuracy Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Preferred Qualifications Experience with Concur and/or Ramp Experience with Financial Edge/Blackbaud Previous nonprofit accounting experience Experience supporting billing and accounts receivable functions What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a dependable, hands-on accounting professional who can quickly learn established processes and provide consistent support during a temporary leave. The successful candidate will be highly detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable collaborating closely with other members of the Finance team while independently managing assigned responsibilities. This is a full-time temporary assignment anticipated to run approximately October through December. Apply today for immediate consideration Required Qualifications and Skills
  • Manage accounts payable processes, payment processing, invoice coding, and vendor account research.
  • Support month-end close, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
  • Assist with billing data entry, accounts receivable tasks, financial reporting, and audit support.
  • Minimum of 3 years of accounting or finance experience.
  • Experience with accounts payable, general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close support.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, learn new systems quickly, and communicate effectively with internal team members. Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Concur and/or Ramp.
  • Experience with Financial Edge or Blackbaud.
  • Previous nonprofit accounting experience.
  • Experience supporting billing and accounts receivable functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf The pay transparency policy is available here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
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//e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits

  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance