• Accounting Assistant

    Robert Half Accountemps (San Diego, CA)


    Description

    Our client is a highly respected organization in the education sector that is dedicated to empowering students, teachers, and communities through learning. They are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support their Finance team and help ensure smooth day-to-day accounting operations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on long-lasting impact in education.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    + Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, including invoice processing, payment reconciliation, and payment reminders.

    + Perform data entry and maintain accurate and complete financial records in the organization’s accounting system.

    + Help prepare and review financial documents, including expense reports, purchase orders, and other accounting-related paperwork.

    + Manage and update vendor records while supporting communication efforts regarding any payment discrepancies.

    + Assist in preparing financial reports, budgets, and account reconciliations.

    + Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting workflows and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

    + Provide administrative and clerical support, such as filing, scanning, and organizing financial documentation.

    + Support month-end and year-end close processes.

    Requirements

    + 1-2 years of relevant accounting or finance experience (education/nonprofit industry experience is a plus).

    + High school diploma required; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

    + Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel; experience with educational or nonprofit-specific finance systems is a bonus.

    + Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a collaborative environment.

    + A commitment to supporting a mission-driven organization dedicated to education and community impact.

     

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