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Accountant - Entry Level
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Entry Level Accountant to join our team in San Francisco, California. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in tax compliance and financial reporting while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you have strong organizational skills, proficiency in Excel, and a willingness to learn, this role could be a great fit for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and submit monthly sales and use tax returns, property tax filings, and business license applications.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts and assist with month-end financial close processes.</p><p>• Analyze and organize raw data to determine appropriate tax jurisdictions and rates.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, formulas, and macros, to manage and interpret financial data.</p><p>• Support tax preparers by uploading data into specialized software and ensuring accurate filings.</p><p>• Maintain electronic filing systems and organize records for audit and compliance purposes.</p><p>• Assist with filing extensions, e-filings, and miscellaneous administrative projects as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure deadlines are met and reporting is accurate.</p><p>• Provide support for multi-state tax compliance and reporting activities</p>
<p>• Minimum of 2 years of accounting or finance experience, preferably in accounts receivable, accounts payable, or data-heavy roles.</p><p>• Proficiency in Excel, including the use of pivot tables, formulas, and macros.</p><p>• Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar platforms.</p><p>• Experience with sales tax filings or property tax processes is highly desirable.</p><p>• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p>• Comfortable managing large datasets and multi-state reporting requirements.</p><p>• Associate degree or accounting certification preferred but not required.</p><p>• Self-motivated with the ability to handle repetitive tasks efficiently and accurately.</p><p><br></p><p>If you're interested in this position, please apply to this position and contact Alicia Robb at alicia.robb - at - roberthalf - .com with your word resume and reference job ID# 00410-0013349854</p>
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  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 31.00 - 34.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Entry Level Accountant to join our team in San Francisco, California. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in tax compliance and financial reporting while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you have strong organizational skills, proficiency in Excel, and a willingness to learn, this role could be a great fit for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and submit monthly sales and use tax returns, property tax filings, and business license applications.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts and assist with month-end financial close processes.</p><p>• Analyze and organize raw data to determine appropriate tax jurisdictions and rates.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, formulas, and macros, to manage and interpret financial data.</p><p>• Support tax preparers by uploading data into specialized software and ensuring accurate filings.</p><p>• Maintain electronic filing systems and organize records for audit and compliance purposes.</p><p>• Assist with filing extensions, e-filings, and miscellaneous administrative projects as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure deadlines are met and reporting is accurate.</p><p>• Provide support for multi-state tax compliance and reporting activities</p>
  • 2025-12-10T19:38:59Z

Accountant - Entry Level Job in San Francisco, CA | Robert Half