• Accounting Assistant

    Robert Half Accountemps (San Diego, CA)


    Description

    Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting accounting operations? Robert Half is seeking a dedicated Accounting Assistant to work with our clients and contribute to their financial efficiency. As an Accounting Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial records, assisting with essential accounting functions, and supporting the overall success of the accounting team. This role is perfect for someone looking to grow their career in accounting and finance!

    Key Responsibilities

    + Assist with daily accounting tasks such as data entry, processing invoices, and managing expense reports.

    + Maintain and update financial records in a timely and accurate manner.

    + Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements.

    + Support accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes, including verifying and coding invoices and preparing customer invoices.

    + Help prepare financial reports and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.

    + Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

    + Address inquiries from vendors, clients, and internal departments related to financial transactions.

    + Perform administrative tasks, such as filing documents, managing correspondence, and ensuring accurate record-keeping for audits.

    Requirements

    + 1-3 years of experience in accounting or a related administrative role is preferred.

    + Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is an advantage, though not required.

    + Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or NetSuite is beneficial. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., data entry, VLOOKUP, and pivot tables) is strongly preferred.

    + Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a dynamic work environment.

    + A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a commitment to confidentiality and compliance.

     

    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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