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Jr Accountant / AP Accountant
We are looking for a detail-oriented Jr Accountant / AP Accountant to join our team in Carson, California. In this Contract-to-permanent role, you will play a critical part in managing accounts payable processes, ensuring compliance with policies, and maintaining accurate financial records. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a non-profit organization while developing your accounting skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process high-volume, full-cycle accounts payable transactions for multiple units, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Maintain and update vendor files while adhering to W9 and 1099 requirements.<br>• Verify invoice coding to ensure payments are allocated to the correct accounts.<br>• Generate checks, prepare backup documentation, and address accounts payable inquiries.<br>• Reconcile monthly accounts payable aging reports and balance sheet accounts.<br>• Assist with processing corporate credit card expenses, petty cash, and mileage reimbursements.<br>• Prepare journal entries for prepaid expenses, accruals, and reclassification of invoices.<br>• Support monthly and year-end closings by reviewing expenses and preparing necessary adjustments.<br>• Collaborate with field units to resolve accounts payable-related issues and ensure compliance with organizational policies.<br>• Provide backup support for other accounts payable staff and assist with audit preparations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited institution.<br>• Minimum of 1-3 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in accounts payable.<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills; experience with accounting software such as Dynamics NAV or ERP systems is a plus.<br>• Strong attention to detail with the ability to enter data accurately and efficiently.<br>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members and external stakeholders.<br>• Self-motivated and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.<br>• Familiarity with general ledger functions, account reconciliation, and journal entries.<br>• Commitment to the mission and values of a non-profit organization.
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  • Carson, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 25.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Jr Accountant / AP Accountant to join our team in Carson, California. In this Contract-to-permanent role, you will play a critical part in managing accounts payable processes, ensuring compliance with policies, and maintaining accurate financial records. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a non-profit organization while developing your accounting skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process high-volume, full-cycle accounts payable transactions for multiple units, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Maintain and update vendor files while adhering to W9 and 1099 requirements.<br>• Verify invoice coding to ensure payments are allocated to the correct accounts.<br>• Generate checks, prepare backup documentation, and address accounts payable inquiries.<br>• Reconcile monthly accounts payable aging reports and balance sheet accounts.<br>• Assist with processing corporate credit card expenses, petty cash, and mileage reimbursements.<br>• Prepare journal entries for prepaid expenses, accruals, and reclassification of invoices.<br>• Support monthly and year-end closings by reviewing expenses and preparing necessary adjustments.<br>• Collaborate with field units to resolve accounts payable-related issues and ensure compliance with organizational policies.<br>• Provide backup support for other accounts payable staff and assist with audit preparations.
  • 2025-10-07T21:33:45Z

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