Accounting Assistant
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Irvine, California. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital part in managing daily financial operations and maintaining accurate records for accounts payable and receivable. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while advancing your accounting career.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring invoices are accurately entered and payments are completed on time.<br>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure financial data integrity.<br>• Support payroll activities, including expense reporting and tracking employee reimbursements.<br>• Assist in preparing financial reports and spreadsheets to meet accounting and auditing requirements.<br>• Collaborate with vendors and clients to address and resolve billing issues.<br>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close procedures by performing reconciliations and journal entries.<br>• Provide administrative support to accountants by handling ad hoc financial tasks.<br>• Utilize accounting software, such as QuickBooks, for coding invoices and managing entries.<br>• Streamline financial processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions.
• At least 1 year of experience in accounting or a related role.<br>• Proficiency in managing accounts payable and receivable functions.<br>• Experience with bank reconciliations and general ledger maintenance.<br>• Familiarity with QuickBooks and other accounting software.<br>• Competence in coding invoices and recording accounting entries accurately.<br>• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.<br>• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.<br>• Basic understanding of payroll and expense reporting processes.
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- Irvine, CA
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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18.00 - 21.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Irvine, California. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital part in managing daily financial operations and maintaining accurate records for accounts payable and receivable. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while advancing your accounting career.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring invoices are accurately entered and payments are completed on time.<br>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure financial data integrity.<br>• Support payroll activities, including expense reporting and tracking employee reimbursements.<br>• Assist in preparing financial reports and spreadsheets to meet accounting and auditing requirements.<br>• Collaborate with vendors and clients to address and resolve billing issues.<br>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close procedures by performing reconciliations and journal entries.<br>• Provide administrative support to accountants by handling ad hoc financial tasks.<br>• Utilize accounting software, such as QuickBooks, for coding invoices and managing entries.<br>• Streamline financial processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions.
- 2025-11-21T19:33:42Z