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Robert Half
San Mateo, CA (In Person)
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About the PositionWe are seeking a hands-on Full-Cycle Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting for a small, community-focused district organization. This role owns the full accounting lifecycle, including AP/AR, reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll, and audit preparation, while ensuring compliance with government and accounting standards. This is a contract role requiring 5 days onsite (30-40 hours/week), with a transition period to train alongside the outgoing bookkeeper.
Key ResponsibilitiesPerform full-cycle bookkeeping: AP, AR, invoicing, collections, and vendor paymentsMaintain accurate general ledger and financial records in QuickBooksPrepare monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, variances)Execute month-end close and bank/credit card reconciliations (multiple accounts)Monitor cash flow across multiple accounts, including treasury activitiesProcess payroll, tax withholdings, and related filings (EDD, payroll taxes, 1099s)Support tax preparation and ensure timely compliance with federal, state, and local regulationsPrepare audit schedules and maintain documentation for annual external auditsManage fixed assets, including depreciation and amortization trackingSupport budget preparation and monitor performance against budgetPrepare financial reports and materials for Board meetingsCoordinate with county treasury and manage bond-related payments and reportingOversee registration office bookkeeping and financial trackingProvide general administrative and office support as neededPreferred SkillsBachelor's degree in Accounting or related field5-10+ years of progressive bookkeeping experienceNonprofit, government, or municipal accounting experienceExperience with PaylocityCertifications (CB, CPB, CPA) a plus
Key ResponsibilitiesPerform full-cycle bookkeeping: AP, AR, invoicing, collections, and vendor paymentsMaintain accurate general ledger and financial records in QuickBooksPrepare monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, variances)Execute month-end close and bank/credit card reconciliations (multiple accounts)Monitor cash flow across multiple accounts, including treasury activitiesProcess payroll, tax withholdings, and related filings (EDD, payroll taxes, 1099s)Support tax preparation and ensure timely compliance with federal, state, and local regulationsPrepare audit schedules and maintain documentation for annual external auditsManage fixed assets, including depreciation and amortization trackingSupport budget preparation and monitor performance against budgetPrepare financial reports and materials for Board meetingsCoordinate with county treasury and manage bond-related payments and reportingOversee registration office bookkeeping and financial trackingProvide general administrative and office support as neededPreferred SkillsBachelor's degree in Accounting or related field5-10+ years of progressive bookkeeping experienceNonprofit, government, or municipal accounting experienceExperience with PaylocityCertifications (CB, CPB, CPA) a plus