Accountant - Entry Level

Robert Half • Costa Mesa, CA • 1h ago

Description We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to join a growing team on a contract-to-permanent basis. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys detail-oriented financial work and wants to build hands-on experience across payables, reconciliations, and general ledger activity. The role offers exposure to core accounting operations while supporting accurate billing, payment processing, and month-end and year-end tasks.

Responsibilities:

Review and process a steady flow of vendor invoices each day, ensuring records are complete and entered accurately.

Record client-related charges and assign expenses to the correct billing matters for timely invoicing.

Prepare payment runs, print checks, and support the distribution and tracking of outgoing payments.

Reconcile receipts and related financial documentation to maintain accurate accounting records.

Apply proper general ledger coding and post routine financial activity into the accounting system.

Assist with transactions involving attorney and client trust accounts, including the preparation and release of checks.

Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation for regular accounting adjustments.

Contribute to year-end accounting activities by organizing records and assisting with closing-related tasks. Requirements - Experience or training in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or general accounting support.

Working knowledge of account reconciliation and bank reconciliation processes.

Ability to prepare and enter accounting entries with a high degree of accuracy.

Familiarity with general ledger coding and transaction posting.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple financial tasks efficiently.

Proficiency with standard accounting systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Effective written and verbal communication skills in an office environment that values attention to detail.

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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