Accounting Specialist
We are looking for a dedicated Accounting Specialist to join our team on a short-term contract basis in San Francisco, California. This role will provide essential accounting support during a team member's absence, ensuring smooth financial operations. The position requires a commitment for 2–3 weeks, working onsite in a collaborative and dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) operations to ensure timely and accurate processing.<br>• Reconcile bank statements with financial records to maintain accuracy and compliance.<br>• Balance the company checkbook and oversee detailed financial documentation.<br>• Provide direct support to the Accounting Manager by assisting with operational accounting tasks.<br>• Utilize financial systems such as Deltek and Jira to streamline workflows and reporting.<br>• Collaborate effectively with the accounting team to address inquiries and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Ensure all financial activities align with established accounting principles and company policies.<br>• Maintain organized records and support audit preparation as needed.<br>• Assist in overseeing billing functions to ensure invoices are processed correctly and on time.
<p>• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.</p><p>• Experience in managing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.</p><p>• Proficiency in account reconciliation and general accounting functions.</p><p>• Ability to work efficiently and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.</p><p>• Familiarity with financial systems like Deltek and Jira is preferred but not mandatory.</p><p>• Minimum of 1 year of relevant accounting experience.</p><p>• Effective communication skills to collaborate with both onsite and remote team members.</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# 00410-0013322077 **</p>
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- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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24.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a dedicated Accounting Specialist to join our team on a short-term contract basis in San Francisco, California. This role will provide essential accounting support during a team member's absence, ensuring smooth financial operations. The position requires a commitment for 2–3 weeks, working onsite in a collaborative and dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) operations to ensure timely and accurate processing.<br>• Reconcile bank statements with financial records to maintain accuracy and compliance.<br>• Balance the company checkbook and oversee detailed financial documentation.<br>• Provide direct support to the Accounting Manager by assisting with operational accounting tasks.<br>• Utilize financial systems such as Deltek and Jira to streamline workflows and reporting.<br>• Collaborate effectively with the accounting team to address inquiries and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Ensure all financial activities align with established accounting principles and company policies.<br>• Maintain organized records and support audit preparation as needed.<br>• Assist in overseeing billing functions to ensure invoices are processed correctly and on time.
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