Accountant - Entry Level
<p>Our client, a fast growing start-up in Cerritos is looking for an Entry Level Accountant. The candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to anticipate needs, prioritize responsibilities, plan, organize and take initiative. </p><p><br></p><p>Primary responsibilities will include the general Accounting listed below.</p><p><br></p><p>General Accounting Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process all employee Expense Reimbursements.</p><p>• Verify vendor accounts, enter invoices and generate vendor payments and resolve purchase order, invoice or payment discrepancies.</p><p>• Ensure that all accounts payable invoices are coded to the proper general ledger expense account in order to be entered into accounts payable.</p><p>• Assist with issuing weekly ACH payments in the accounting system.</p><p>• Assist with reconciliation of accounts payable and accounts receivable accounts.</p><p>• Keep track of all company credit card spending and process payments in Global Shop.</p><p>• Support in maintaining the Fixed Asset Register.</p><p>• Participate in year-end physical inventory count, including processing adjustments.</p><p>• Set up new Vendors and complete Credit applications.</p><p>• Support the audit process with third party CPA firms.</p><p>• Scan and save all invoices and supporting documents into designated network directory.</p><p>• Update and post all bank direct debits to the general ledger.</p><p>• Work with and interact with vendors, banking partners and all relevant external parties in a timely manner and as required.</p><p>• Provide support for the accounts receivable function (setting up customers, processing sales orders and invoices, credit collections, etc.)</p><p>• Assist with processing the Sales / Use Tax process to ensure compliance.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.</p><p>• Advanced competency in accounting and business management software.</p><p>• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and ERP systems.</p><p>• Exercise discretion and a high level of professionalism in handling confidential information.</p><p>• In-depth knowledge of accounts payable principles, accounting standards and industry regulations.</p><p>• Exceptional planning and organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.</p><p>• Independent, self-starter, who is willing to seek increased responsibility.</p>
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- Cerritos, CA
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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27.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client, a fast growing start-up in Cerritos is looking for an Entry Level Accountant. The candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to anticipate needs, prioritize responsibilities, plan, organize and take initiative. </p><p><br></p><p>Primary responsibilities will include the general Accounting listed below.</p><p><br></p><p>General Accounting Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process all employee Expense Reimbursements.</p><p>• Verify vendor accounts, enter invoices and generate vendor payments and resolve purchase order, invoice or payment discrepancies.</p><p>• Ensure that all accounts payable invoices are coded to the proper general ledger expense account in order to be entered into accounts payable.</p><p>• Assist with issuing weekly ACH payments in the accounting system.</p><p>• Assist with reconciliation of accounts payable and accounts receivable accounts.</p><p>• Keep track of all company credit card spending and process payments in Global Shop.</p><p>• Support in maintaining the Fixed Asset Register.</p><p>• Participate in year-end physical inventory count, including processing adjustments.</p><p>• Set up new Vendors and complete Credit applications.</p><p>• Support the audit process with third party CPA firms.</p><p>• Scan and save all invoices and supporting documents into designated network directory.</p><p>• Update and post all bank direct debits to the general ledger.</p><p>• Work with and interact with vendors, banking partners and all relevant external parties in a timely manner and as required.</p><p>• Provide support for the accounts receivable function (setting up customers, processing sales orders and invoices, credit collections, etc.)</p><p>• Assist with processing the Sales / Use Tax process to ensure compliance.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2025-10-07T00:04:21Z