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11 results for Entry Level Staff Accountant in Modesto, CA

Accountant - Entry Level
  • Modesto, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 25.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking an Entry-Level Accountant for a long-term contract opportunity with an organization in Modesto, California. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys detail-oriented work, and is eager to build experience across core accounting functions. The Entry-Level Accountant will support daily financial operations, assist with general ledger activities, and help maintain accurate financial records and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end and period-end close processes</li><li>Review account balances and analyze financial activity for accuracy</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation</li><li>Compile financial reports for internal review and program oversight</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing</li><li>Monitor general ledger transactions and support account analysis</li><li>Respond to internal requests for financial information in a timely manner</li><li>Provide additional accounting and administrative support as needed</li></ul><p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Basic understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems preferred</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines</li><li>Strong communication and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991</p>
  • 2026-05-06T00:00:00Z
Entry Level Analyst
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24.5 - 28.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Are you eager with a passion for working with large data sets? Our team is seeking an Entry-Level Analyst for a temporary-to-hire opportunity, supporting accounts receivable, reconciliation, and billing functions. Recent graduates with internship experience are welcome to apply!</p><p><br></p><p>Ready to get started? Please submit your application and resume for immediate consideration.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>·      Analyze and maintain large data sets using Advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formulas.</p><p>·      Assist with accounts receivable (AR) processes: invoice generation, monitoring payment status, and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>·      Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of financial transactions and account balances.</p><p>·      Support the billing cycle by preparing and reviewing invoices, validating data accuracy, and correcting errors as needed.</p><p>·      Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of AR and billing transactions.</p><p>·      Help prepare reports on AR aging, billing status, and reconciliations for management review.</p><p>·      Identify trends, variances, or issues in data and recommend solutions to improve process efficiency</p>
  • 2026-04-28T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 24.5 - 28.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our team is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals practice. In this role, you will support client engagements with a mix of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and general accounting support. The ideal candidate has intermediate Excel skills, fast and accurate data entry abilities, and a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. You will help clients maintain accurate financial records, support daily transactional processes, and contribute to continuity on critical projects and interim needs. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>For more information, please contact Tawnia Kirshen via LinkedIn and send your resume to my email found there. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support day-to-day accounting operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and collections.</li><li>Process invoices, post payments, and assist with vendor and customer account maintenance.</li><li>Generate and distribute invoices, monitor aging reports, and follow up on outstanding balances.</li><li>Reconcile account activity and research discrepancies to support accurate financial records.</li><li>Perform high-volume data entry with speed and accuracy.</li><li>Assist with cash application, payment tracking, and account updates.</li><li>Respond to vendor, customer, and internal inquiries in a timely and professional manner.</li><li>Maintain organized accounting documentation and support month-end close activities as needed.</li><li>Use Excel to prepare reports, track account activity, and support data review and analysis.</li><li>Adapt quickly to new client systems, workflows, and processes while delivering high-quality support.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Stockton, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are recruiting for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to support divisional financial operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and company standards. This hands-on role is responsible for general ledger management, reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting support, cash reporting, payroll support, and maintaining strong internal controls. The Senior Accountant will work closely with Finance Leadership and operational teams to support reporting accuracy, audit readiness, and process consistency across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Shantel Poole via LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Perform month-end and year-end close activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations</li><li>Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting</li><li>Support payroll accounting and reconcile payroll-related accounts</li><li>Prepare daily and monthly cash flow reports and bank reconciliations</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to improve processes and reporting efficiency</li><li>Support audits and maintain audit-ready documentation</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-14T00:00:00Z
Senior Cost Accountant
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 111000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Pleasanton, California. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing standard costing systems, analyzing production variances, and providing actionable financial insights to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. You will collaborate closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate cost data, inventory management, and compliance with industry regulations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and report on production costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead, to support financial decision-making.<br>• Prepare monthly cost reports and provide insights to plant leadership and finance teams.<br>• Investigate variances between standard and actual costs, offering detailed explanations and recommendations.<br>• Monitor and reconcile inventory balances, ensuring accurate valuation in line with accounting standards.<br>• Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) in partnership with production teams.<br>• Assist in creating annual budgets and rolling forecasts for manufacturing costs.<br>• Contribute to cost projections for new product launches and trials to support strategic planning.<br>• Identify opportunities for cost-saving and efficiency improvements within production processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with internal controls, industry standards, and company policies.<br>• Support audits related to manufacturing costs and assist in maintaining accurate financial records.
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 102000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Livermore, California. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial records and reports. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and a commitment to maintaining compliance with accounting standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Execute monthly close processes, including preparing and posting journal entries to ensure accurate reflection of transactions.<br>• Prepare detailed financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and profit and loss reports.<br>• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts on a timely basis to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Monitor daily bank activities, update cash reports, and post necessary journal entries.<br>• Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice coding, payment processing, and verifying charges to appropriate accounts.<br>• Perform weekly bank reconciliations, verify deposits, and address inquiries from banking institutions.<br>• Assist with invoicing duties, including portal submissions, resolving disputes, and handling customer billing inquiries.<br>• Respond to external auditor requests, providing timely and accurate documentation as required.<br>• File tax forms with government agencies at federal, state, and local levels.<br>• Collaborate with software vendors to maintain and improve accounting systems, recommending updates to enhance functionality.
  • 2026-04-21T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 39 - 45.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in Livermore, California for an on-site Contract position. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can step in quickly and manage key accounting activities with accuracy and confidence. The role centers on supporting the monthly close process, producing financial reports, and maintaining strong control over reconciliations and payables.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead month-end accounting activities, including reviewing the general ledger and completing timely account reconciliations.<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements and ensure reporting is accurate, organized, and ready for internal review.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate variances to maintain clean and reliable financial records.<br>• Record and review journal entries, accruals, and other closing adjustments in support of the accounting cycle.<br>• Oversee accounts payable activities by auditing invoices, confirming proper approvals, and processing payments.<br>• Use accounting software and advanced Excel skills to analyze financial data, support reporting, and improve accuracy.<br>• Partner with colleagues across the team to address accounting issues, meet deadlines, and maintain an efficient close process.
  • 2026-05-11T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day receivables activity for a Long-term Contract opportunity in Pleasanton, California. This position is fully onsite and offers the chance to contribute to a busy accounting environment by ensuring invoices, incoming payments, and customer account activity are handled accurately and on time. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in accounts receivable operations, commercial collections, and cash application work, along with a detail-oriented approach to resolving payment issues. This assignment is expected to run approximately 3 to 4 months and will begin with weekday training hours before moving into the regular schedule as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Process customer invoices, apply incoming payments, and maintain accurate accounts receivable records across assigned accounts.</p><p>• Follow up with commercial clients regarding outstanding balances and work to secure timely payment while preserving positive business relationships.</p><p>• Reconcile customer accounts by reviewing payment activity, identifying discrepancies, and addressing billing or posting issues promptly.</p><p>• Perform cash application tasks by matching receipts to open invoices and ensuring transactions are recorded correctly in the system.</p><p>• Support billing operations by preparing account documentation, reviewing charges for accuracy, and assisting with invoice-related questions.</p><p>• Monitor aging reports and prioritize collection efforts based on past-due status, account history, and payment patterns.</p><p>• Assist with data migration-related receivables activities by validating account information and helping maintain clean financial records during the assignment.</p>
  • 2026-05-05T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 25.5 - 32.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our team is seeking an <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to join our <strong>Full-Time Engagement Professionals </strong>practice, a solution that provides clients with full-time professionals who can support critical projects and interim staffing needs while offering continuity and the ability to re-engage talent for future needs. In this role, you will support client engagements by managing day-to-day accounts payable activities, helping maintain accurate financial records, and ensuring timely vendor payments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>For more information, please contact Tawnia Kirshen via LinkedIn and send your resume to my email found there. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.</li><li>Review invoices for proper approval, coding, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare and assist with weekly and monthly payment runs, including checks, ACH, and wire payments.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice, purchase order, and payment discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain vendor records, including W-9s, payment instructions, and account updates.</li><li>Respond to vendor and internal stakeholder inquiries in a professional and timely manner.</li><li>Support month-end close by preparing AP accruals, reconciliations, and related reports.</li><li>Assist with process improvement initiatives, audit support, and special accounting projects as needed.</li><li>Adapt quickly to new client environments, systems, and workflows while maintaining high service levels.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Modesto, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a meticulous and adaptable Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Modesto, California. This Contract to permanent opportunity offers an exciting chance to manage advanced AP functions while cross-training in Accounts Receivable processes. The role requires a strong aptitude for systems, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to support financial operations efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage accounts payable transactions, including invoice verification, coding, approvals, and reconciliation.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and third-party processors to ensure accurate and timely AP and AR operations.</p><p>• Support accounts receivable tasks such as invoice preparation, payment tracking, and resolving discrepancies as needed.</p><p>• Research and resolve complex financial discrepancies by analyzing data and collaborating with relevant stakeholders.</p><p>• Utilize systems to extract, interpret, and analyze financial data for accuracy and process improvement.</p><p>• Maintain large and detailed spreadsheets, ensuring data integrity and efficiency in financial reporting.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with internal and external partners to address inquiries and provide timely updates.</p><p>• Uphold confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive financial information.</p><p>• Contribute to a positive team environment by balancing independent work with collaborative efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991. </p>
  • 2026-05-13T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to oversee financial operations and drive process improvements within our organization. This role offers the opportunity to lead a skilled accounting team and ensure compliance with financial regulations while supporting the company&#39;s growth. Based in Livermore, California, you will play a key role in enhancing financial reporting, managing budgets, and optimizing accounting practices.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the preparation and timely completion of monthly financial statements.<br>• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and relevant financial regulations.<br>• Develop and present monthly budget comparisons, financial reports, and performance analyses.<br>• Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering attention to detail and efficiency.<br>• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement strategies to optimize accounting operations.<br>• Track and refine key business metrics, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.<br>• Perform cost analyses to identify areas for cost reduction and implement control measures.<br>• Oversee the accurate filing of tax returns and required statutory filings.<br>• Manage cash flow, risk assessment, and overall financial health of the organization.<br>• Calculate commissions, bonuses, and profit-sharing amounts, ensuring proper payroll postings in the general ledger.
  • 2026-04-21T00:00:00Z