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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Jr Accountant / AP Accountant to join our team in Carson, California. This role is a Contract to permanent position within the non-profit sector, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful work while advancing your accounting career. The ideal candidate will support accounts payable functions, assist with general ledger reconciliations, and ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Process high-volume, full-cycle accounts payable transactions across multiple units.

• Maintain and update vendor files while ensuring compliance with W9 and 1099 requirements.

• Verify accurate coding of invoices and adherence to organizational policies.

• Generate checks and prepare required backup documentation for distribution.

• Research and resolve accounts payable issues, including follow-ups on outstanding and stale checks.

• Reconcile accounts payable aging reports on a monthly basis.

• Handle corporate credit card expenses, reimbursements, and petty cash transactions with precision.

• Prepare journal entries for prepaid expenses, accruals, and reclassifications as needed.

• Assist with month-end and year-end closings, ensuring timely completion of accounting tasks.

• Provide support during audits, focusing on accounts payable-related documentation and processes. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited institution.

• Minimum of 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in accounts payable.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software systems such as Dynamics NAV or ERP solutions.

• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.

• Self-motivated and deadline-oriented, with a keen attention to detail.

• Ability to perform accurate data entry with speed and precision.

• Familiarity with general ledger reconciliations and journal entry processes.

• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of the organization.

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.

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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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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