Accountant

Robert Half • Commerce, CA • 1h ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join a small wholesale importing business in Commerce, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment, managing core accounting activities, and helping shape a growing finance function. The role offers the chance to work closely with leadership, support daily financial operations, and contribute to the long-term development of the accounting team.

Responsibilities:

Manage day-to-day accounting activities across payables, receivables, and general ledger transactions to keep financial records accurate and current.

Reconcile bank accounts and investigate variances promptly to maintain dependable financial data.

Process vendor invoices and employee expenses with careful attention to coding, approvals, and timely payment.

Support monthly close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing account balances, and assisting with period-end reporting.

Maintain inventory-related accounting records and help ensure alignment between financial data and operational activity.

Prepare internal financial reports for leadership to support visibility into business performance and cash flow.

Organize accounting documentation in a clear, audit-ready manner and strengthen recordkeeping practices across the business.

Identify discrepancies in transactions or balances, research root causes, and resolve issues independently whenever possible. Requirements - At least 2 years of full-cycle accounting experience, including direct responsibility for both accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Solid understanding of accounting principles, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a small business setting.

Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with leadership and internal partners.

High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in daily accounting work.

Experience with bank reconciliations and financial record maintenance in an active transaction environment.

Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.

Interest in long-term career growth and taking on increased ownership as the accounting function expands.

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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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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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