Accountant

Robert Half • Portola Valley, CA • 2h ago

Description We are looking for an Accountant to join a community-based organization in California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role supports daily financial and payroll-related operations, helping maintain accurate records, timely processing, and responsive service for residents, employees, and internal partners. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

Oversee day-to-day accounting support activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing documentation, and employee timekeeping with a high degree of accuracy.

Apply established financial and payroll procedures to ensure compliance with organizational standards and applicable regulations.

Post resident charges, process incoming payments, reconcile account activity, and prepare bank deposits while addressing billing questions and payment issues.

Partner with residents, vendors, conservators, and corporate finance teams to investigate discrepancies and resolve account-related concerns promptly.

Support the month-end close by organizing records, reconciling transactions, and completing assigned tasks within required deadlines.

Respond to payroll questions related to deductions, accrual balances, garnishments, child support, and employment verifications, and help resolve payroll inconsistencies.

Review timekeeping and payroll data for accuracy in coordination with human resources and centralized payroll partners.

Assist with audit preparation, reporting requests, bonus verification, and the distribution of resident financial communications as directed by leadership.

Maintain discretion when handling confidential employee, resident, and financial information, and communicate notable changes in resident status to appropriate community leadership. Requirements - Experience supporting accounting operations with hands-on responsibility for accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Proficiency in bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.

Working knowledge of payroll administration, including timekeeping review and payroll inquiry resolution.

Experience using ADP or a comparable payroll platform.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.

Clear and effective communication skills for interacting with residents, vendors, internal departments, and external representatives.

Ability to handle sensitive financial and personnel information with a high level of confidentiality.

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.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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