Accounting Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a team in California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day accounting and administrative operations, with a strong emphasis on accounts receivable accuracy, transaction entry, and organized recordkeeping. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with numbers, reviewing details carefully before submission, and managing a steady flow of paperwork in an office setting.

Responsibilities:

- Monitor outstanding receivables, review aging activity, and communicate with customers to help keep account balances up to date.

- Record financial transactions such as deposits, credit card payments, and order-related payment details with a high level of accuracy.

- Confirm payment status on incoming orders and ensure billing information is properly reflected in internal records.

- Review entries for completeness, correct dating, and accuracy before finalizing information in the system.

- Organize, maintain, and file a large volume of accounting and administrative documents in a timely manner.

- Support a broad range of clerical and accounting tasks in a hands-on role that requires strong follow-through on smaller daily assignments.

- Use sound judgment when entering information by checking details carefully rather than processing data without verification. Requirements - At least 1 year of experience in an accounting, office administration, or similar support role.

- Hands-on experience with accounts receivable processes, including tracking open balances and payment activity.

- Proficiency with Quick Books Desktop is required.

- Strong data entry skills with the ability to work quickly while maintaining accuracy.

- Experience processing invoices, deposits, and credit card-related information.

- High attention to detail, especially when working with numeric data and records that require precise entry.

- Comfortable learning and navigating multiple software systems in an office environment.

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