Accounting Clerk

$25.50 - $30.50 hourly

Job Description

Join Robert Half's Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) practice as an Accounting Clerk. Build your experience by supporting diverse client projects across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and general accounting. We're seeking candidates with intermediate Excel skills, strong attention to detail, and a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.


For more information, please contact Tawnia Kirshen via LinkedIn and send your resume to my email found there. 


Key Responsibilities

  • Support AP, AR, billing, collections, and daily accounting operations.
  • Process invoices, post payments, and maintain vendor and customer accounts.
  • Generate invoices, review aging reports, and follow up on past-due balances.
  • Reconcile accounts, research discrepancies, and maintain accurate records.
  • Perform high-volume data entry with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Assist with cash application, payment tracking, and account updates.
  • Respond to vendor, customer, and internal inquiries professionally.
  • Maintain documentation, support month-end close, and use Excel for reporting and analysis.
  • Adapt quickly to new client systems and processes while providing quality support.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in an accounting clerk, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, or collections role.
  • Hands-on experience with AP, AR, billing, and collections activities.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Fast and accurate data entry skills.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.

What We Offer:

  • · Full-time salary and comprehensive benefits as a Robert Half employee
  • · Opportunities to work on high-impact projects for East Bay clients
  • · Ongoing training and career development resources
  • · A supportive, collaborative environment with exposure to diverse industries

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Robert Half is Tracey Huerta.

Qualifications

See job description

State

California

Immediate Fill

No