Accounting Clerk

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join an automotive organization in Torrance, California. This contract opportunity offers a path to a permanent role and supports daily finance operations through a blend of payables, receivables, and collection activities while helping maintain accurate financial records. The position is fully onsite during the contract period, with the possibility of a hybrid schedule after permanent conversion.

Responsibilities:

- Handle incoming supplier invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments in a timely manner.

- Generate customer billing, apply incoming payments accurately, and resolve discrepancies in account activity.

- Monitor overdue balances and communicate with customers to support collection efforts and improve payment turnaround.

- Keep accounting files and transaction records organized to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.

- Assist with month-end close tasks by preparing reconciliations and supporting financial record validation.

- Use Oracle and related accounting tools to enter transactions, review data, and produce routine reports.

- Provide additional finance support as workload expands following recent business growth and organizational changes. Requirements - Prior experience performing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and collections responsibilities in a detail-focused setting.

- Working knowledge of accounting systems such as Oracle, Quick Books, or similar enterprise platforms.

- Strong data entry skills with the ability to process invoices and financial information accurately.

- High level of attention to detail and the ability to stay organized while managing multiple priorities.

- Comfortable working onsite in Torrance, California during the contract period.

- Clear communication skills for coordinating with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders.

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