Accountant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections, Financial Reporting

Description We are looking for an Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a team in San Luis Obispo, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong accounting fundamentals, sound judgment, and a hands-on approach to maintaining accurate financial records. The role will contribute across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and payroll-related activities while helping ensure compliance with established accounting standards.

Responsibilities:

- Manage invoice processing, payment workflows, and vendor account activity to keep accounts payable accurate and current.

- Maintain customer billing records, apply incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances within accounts receivable.

- Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring transactions are recorded correctly and supported by appropriate documentation.

- Perform bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.

- Support general ledger maintenance and assist with month-end close activities to improve reporting accuracy.

- Process payroll-related accounting tasks and coordinate with payroll systems such as Paylocity as needed.

- Use Sage Intacct to enter, track, and review financial data while supporting reliable accounting operations.

- Apply GAAP principles in daily work and help uphold consistency, accuracy, and compliance across accounting processes. Requirements - Detail-oriented experience in accounting with direct exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.

- Demonstrated ability to prepare journal entries and complete reconciliations with a high level of accuracy.

- Working knowledge of bank reconciliation processes and routine month-end accounting support.

- Experience using Sage Intacct and familiarity with payroll platforms such as Paylocity.

- Understanding of GAAP accounting standards and their application in daily financial operations.

- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

- Clear communication skills and the ability to work independently in a contract-based environment.

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