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Accounting Clerk
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Costa Mesa, California. In this long-term contract role, you will play a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth accounting operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive, structured environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist with payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures.<br>• Audit and reconcile financial discrepancies by reviewing payments, receipts, and account records.<br>• Process invoices and payments in batches, prepare documentation, and collaborate with vendors when necessary.<br>• Maintain and update financial records using both manual and computerized systems, ensuring data integrity.<br>• Generate, review, and balance periodic financial, accounting, and statistical reports.<br>• Enter and retrieve data using accounting software, spreadsheets, and word processing systems.<br>• Verify and record various financial transactions to support accurate bookkeeping.<br>• Provide exceptional customer service when interacting with vendors, staff, and the public.<br>• Perform additional administrative and clerical tasks as assigned to support the accounting team.
• At least 2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping roles.<br>• Proficiency in accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.<br>• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software.<br>• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial records.<br>• Ability to process invoices and payments efficiently.<br>• Familiarity with basic financial and statistical techniques.<br>• Knowledge of modern office practices and computer applications, including spreadsheet and word processing software.<br>• Effective communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
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  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 20.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Costa Mesa, California. In this long-term contract role, you will play a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth accounting operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive, structured environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist with payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures.<br>• Audit and reconcile financial discrepancies by reviewing payments, receipts, and account records.<br>• Process invoices and payments in batches, prepare documentation, and collaborate with vendors when necessary.<br>• Maintain and update financial records using both manual and computerized systems, ensuring data integrity.<br>• Generate, review, and balance periodic financial, accounting, and statistical reports.<br>• Enter and retrieve data using accounting software, spreadsheets, and word processing systems.<br>• Verify and record various financial transactions to support accurate bookkeeping.<br>• Provide exceptional customer service when interacting with vendors, staff, and the public.<br>• Perform additional administrative and clerical tasks as assigned to support the accounting team.
  • 2025-11-05T21:54:06Z

Accounting Clerk Job in Costa Mesa | Robert Half