We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join our team in Santa Clara, California. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to vital financial operations while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate records, processing transactions, and supporting compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities: • Record and maintain accurate journal entries and account transactions. • Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts, investigating and resolving any discrepancies. • Prepare and process accounts payable transactions, including coding invoices and matching supporting documents. • Address and resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors to ensure smooth operations. • Assist with collections and follow up with vendors and customers when needed. • Track and organize necessary documents to maintain complete and accurate accounting records. • Ensure adherence to established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. • Provide support for audits and compile required documentation. • Contribute to administrative and financial tasks in ad hoc projects.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, or currently pursuing one. • At least 2 years of experience in accounting or a similar business environment. • Proficiency in QuickBooks, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and bank reconciliations. • Strong skills in managing journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis. • Ability to effectively solve problems and analyze discrepancies. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Competence in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook. • Ability to type a minimum of 50 words per minute.

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Santa Clara, CA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join our team in Santa Clara, California. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to vital financial operations while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate records, processing transactions, and supporting compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities: • Record and maintain accurate journal entries and account transactions. • Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts, investigating and resolving any discrepancies. • Prepare and process accounts payable transactions, including coding invoices and matching supporting documents. • Address and resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors to ensure smooth operations. • Assist with collections and follow up with vendors and customers when needed. • Track and organize necessary documents to maintain complete and accurate accounting records. • Ensure adherence to established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. • Provide support for audits and compile required documentation. • Contribute to administrative and financial tasks in ad hoc projects.
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