We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations for a government organization in Indio, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong accounting fundamentals, accuracy in transaction processing, and a customer-focused approach when handling payments and payroll-related inquiries. The role will contribute to accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, billing support, and record maintenance while helping keep financial activities organized and timely.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process incoming invoices, confirm appropriate account coding and approvals, and prepare payments in accordance with established timelines.<br>• Record customer payments, maintain receivable balances, and communicate with account holders regarding past-due amounts or payment questions.<br>• Support billing activities by entering financial data accurately and helping resolve discrepancies in charges, postings, or account records.<br>• Assist with bank and account reconciliations to identify variances and maintain accurate financial balances.<br>• Provide month-end accounting support through record review, document organization, and preparation of information needed for reporting.<br>• Maintain orderly financial files and respond to audit or documentation requests by gathering and verifying required records.<br>• Help with payroll-related tasks for a small employee population, including payment handling and paycheck support.<br>• Deliver customer service related to financial transactions by answering questions and directing issues for timely resolution.
We are looking for an experienced Grants Accountant to support financial oversight for grant-funded programs in California. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who understands regulated funding environments and can manage reporting, reconciliations, and close activities with accuracy. The role will work across budgeting, compliance, and general ledger functions to help maintain strong financial controls and reliable grant reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounting activity for grant-funded programs, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and align with applicable funding requirements.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger integrity, and support timely month-end close procedures.<br>• Monitor grant budgets, track expenditures against approved funding, and assist with financial planning for current and upcoming awards.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet and grant-related accounts, including bank reconciliations, to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records.<br>• Produce financial reports and supporting schedules for internal stakeholders and external funding sources as needed.<br>• Review accounting processes for compliance with GAAP and organization-specific grant guidelines within a government, nonprofit, or Tribal environment.<br>• Partner with program and finance teams to clarify spending activity, document allocations, and strengthen financial accountability across grant programs.