Junior Accountant

Robert Half • Fountain Valley, CA • 3h ago

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented entry-level Accountant to join a growing team on a contract-to-permanent basis in Fountain Valley, CA. This opportunity is well suited for someone with early-career accounting experience who enjoys supporting both payables and receivables while contributing across multiple finance activities. The role offers broad exposure to day-to-day accounting operations, with the chance to build skills in reconciliations, billing, documentation handling, and financial support functions.

Responsibilities:

Manage a steady flow of vendor invoices each week, ensuring timely review, accurate entry, and proper processing within the accounting system.

Assign correct general ledger codes to invoices and verify supporting details before submission for payment.

Prepare and coordinate weekly payment activity, including check runs, while maintaining organized records for completed transactions.

Assist with accounts receivable tasks such as generating customer billings, tracking outstanding balances, and following up on routine collection items.

Support commission-related accounting work and contribute to departmental projects that require accurate financial coordination.

Receive, review, and organize incoming accounting documents so records remain complete, accessible, and audit-ready.

Help with bank and account reconciliations by comparing balances, identifying discrepancies, and escalating issues when needed.

Contribute to financial analysis and provide assistance with additional accounting assignments as the team's needs evolve.

Requirements - At least 2 years of accounting experience with exposure to both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.

Working knowledge of invoice processing, general ledger coding, and preparation of accounting entries.

Experience supporting billing functions, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations with strong attention to detail.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for organizing data, reviewing transactions, and supporting daily accounting work.

Familiarity with Sage Intacct or similar accounting software used for transaction processing and record maintenance.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and assist with payment follow-up.

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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 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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