We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team in Newport Beach, California. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an opportunity to support both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes while contributing to the overall efficiency of the accounting department. The ideal candidate will have a passion for accuracy and a collaborative spirit, making a tangible impact in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices, ensuring proper coding and obtaining necessary approvals. • Accurately record accounts payable transactions in the accounting system in a timely manner. • Assist in preparing payment runs, including checks, electronic transfers, and wires. • Resolve discrepancies in collaboration with vendors and internal departments. • Record and apply customer payments received via checks, wires, and other payment methods. • Generate and distribute customer invoices, ensuring all details are accurate. • Support collection efforts by following up on overdue balances and maintaining customer records. • Perform data entry for various accounting records with a high degree of accuracy. • Reconcile transactions and assist in preparing account reconciliations. • Contribute to monthly and year-end closing activities and maintain organized financial documentation.

• 1–2 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or a similar accounting support role. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry tasks. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas, sorting, and filtering (knowledge of VLOOKUPs is a plus). • Effective organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. • Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear and effective interaction with vendors, customers, and team members. • Ability to thrive in a structured and deadline-driven work environment. • Basic understanding of financial transactions is preferred, though an accounting degree is not required.

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Newport Beach, CA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 28.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team in Newport Beach, California. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an opportunity to support both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes while contributing to the overall efficiency of the accounting department. The ideal candidate will have a passion for accuracy and a collaborative spirit, making a tangible impact in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices, ensuring proper coding and obtaining necessary approvals. • Accurately record accounts payable transactions in the accounting system in a timely manner. • Assist in preparing payment runs, including checks, electronic transfers, and wires. • Resolve discrepancies in collaboration with vendors and internal departments. • Record and apply customer payments received via checks, wires, and other payment methods. • Generate and distribute customer invoices, ensuring all details are accurate. • Support collection efforts by following up on overdue balances and maintaining customer records. • Perform data entry for various accounting records with a high degree of accuracy. • Reconcile transactions and assist in preparing account reconciliations. • Contribute to monthly and year-end closing activities and maintain organized financial documentation.
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