• Accounting Clerk

    Robert Half Accountemps (Palo Alto, CA)


    Description

    Description of the Position

     

    We’re hiring an Accounting Clerk to support a well-established company in Mountain View. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their day-to-day work and is eager to grow their accounting career. You’ll assist with a range of clerical accounting tasks including data entry, reconciliations, and general support across AP and AR functions.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Enter and verify invoices, expenses, and payments in accounting software

    + Assist with processing accounts payable and accounts receivable

    + Reconcile bank and credit card statements, flag discrepancies

    + Organize and maintain digital and physical financial records

    + Help prepare financial reports and spreadsheets

    + Provide support with month-end close and audit preparation

    + Respond to vendor and internal inquiries in a professional manner

    + Assist with payroll data entry or employee reimbursements if needed

    + Perform ad hoc administrative and accounting tasks as requested

    Requirements

    Qualifications & Skills

     

    + 1–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred

    + Solid understanding of basic accounting principles

    + Strong attention to detail and ability to manage repetitive tasks with accuracy

    + Good communication skills and a team-player attitude

    + Comfortable juggling multiple deadlines and staying organized

    + Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred (not required)

    Software Experience

    + QuickBooks Online for general ledger entry

    + Familiarity with Bill.com, Ramp, or Expensify for payables and expenses

    + Excel (basic to intermediate) for reconciliation and reporting

    + Exposure to Gusto, ADP, or payroll systems is a plus

     

    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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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.

     

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