Entry Level - Staff Accountant

Entry Level
- Staff Accountant (JN
- Fontana, California

Salary: USD
23 - USD
27 per hour

Job Title:

Entry Level Staff Accountant

Location:

Fontana
Payrate: $23 - $27
100% onsite

Schedule:

M - F 8 am - 4:30 pm or 7-4 (flexible)
Temp to Hire

Key Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Bookkeeping:
  Assist in maintaining accurate general ledger accounts and post routine journal entries.
• Accounts Payable (AP):
  Process vendor invoices, match purchase orders, verify approvals, and prepare weekly payment batches.
• Accounts Receivable (AR):
  Generate and issue customer invoices, record incoming payments, and assist with soft collections outreach.
• Account Reconciliations:
  Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations; identify and investigate discrepancies.
• Month-End Close:
  Support the Accounting Manager/Controller with month-end close activities, accrued expenses, and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Audit & Compliance Support:
  Maintain organized financial filing systems and pull documentation for internal/external audits or tax filings as requested.
• Ad-Hoc Projects:
  Provide operational and numerical support on special financial projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience/associate degree).

Software

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, basic formulas).
• Familiarity with ERP software is a plus, especially Batch master.

Core Competencies:

• Strong numerical accuracy and high attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles (GAAP).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with high discretion.