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AR Specialist/Accounting Specialist

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An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.

$50,497 / year median in California

-16% projected decline

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AR Specialist/Accounting Specialist Golden State Recruiting Walnut Creek, CA Job Details Full-time $30.00 - $31.50 an hour 10 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Accounts receivable management Account maintenance Customer service Spreadsheets Refund processing Accurate transaction records management Financial issue resolution Vendor compliance management Check payment processing Financial records management Task prioritization Financial record maintenance Compliance documentation Organizational skills Accounting and finance experience Deposits Productivity software Communication skills Technical Proficiency Invoice dispute resolution Bank deposit preparation Entry level Quality data entry Full Job Description Accounts Receivable & Client Accounting Specialist (Contract)
Location:
Walnut Creek, CA (Onsite)
Pay:
$30.00-$31.50/hour
Duration:
2-3 Month Contract We are partnering with a well-established Bay Area organization seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable & Client Accounting Specialist to assist their accounting team during a temporary project. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys transactional accounting, payment processing, reconciliations, and working in a collaborative office environment. Responsibilities Process client payments, refunds, and other financial transactions accurately within internal accounting systems. Assist with accounts receivable activities, including payment application and research of outstanding balances. Support daily check processing, deposits, and payment tracking. Review and reconcile client accounts while investigating and resolving discrepancies. Process vendor payments and maintain accurate vendor records. Assist with month-end balancing and reporting activities. Maintain documentation for vendor compliance, including W-9s and related records. Handle returned payments and assist with payment issue resolution. Work closely with accounting and operations teams to ensure accurate financial records and timely processing. Perform data entry and maintain a high level of accuracy across multiple systems. Qualifications 1+ year of accounting, accounts receivable, accounting clerk, bookkeeping, or related accounting support experience. Experience processing payments, deposits, refunds, billing, or reconciliations. Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills. Comfortable working with ERP or accounting software. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines. Excellent communication and customer service skills. This is a full-time, onsite contract opportunity expected to last approximately 2-3 months, with the possibility of extension based on business needs.