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Robert Half
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
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our team in central California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience across day-to-day accounting operations who can manage both payables and receivables while keeping financial records accurate and current. The right candidate will bring a detail-oriented approach, sound judgment, and the ability to support core accounting activities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and maintain accurate accounts payable records to support timely disbursements.
- Manage customer invoicing, apply incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances to keep accounts receivable current.
- Reconcile account activity by reviewing transactions, identifying discrepancies, and resolving variances in a timely manner.
- Prepare and post journal entries while ensuring supporting documentation is complete and aligned with accounting standards.
- Assist with general ledger maintenance by verifying financial data and keeping records organized and up to date.
- Review trial balance details and help identify issues that may affect reporting accuracy or month-end close activities.
- Support billing-related tasks by generating invoices, validating charges, and responding to payment or account questions.
- Contribute to broader accounting operations by maintaining accurate documentation and assisting with routine financial reporting needs.