Accounting Clerk

Robert Half • Los Angeles, CA • 3h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a non-profit organization in Los Angeles, California on a Contract basis. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations by organizing financial records, preparing documentation tied to funded programs, and helping maintain accurate reporting. The position works closely with internal teams to gather required materials, resolve record discrepancies, and assist with compliance and audit-related requests. This is a hybrid opportunity requiring a minimum of three days in the office based on business needs.

Responsibilities:

Compile and maintain financial support files for contracts, grants, and other externally funded activities to ensure records are complete and accessible.

Assist with audit and compliance reviews by preparing requested materials for government agencies, funding partners, and external auditors.

Retrieve and organize backup for payroll, payables, expense activity, and other accounting transactions.

Keep electronic records well-structured and current to promote ongoing audit readiness and efficient document retrieval.

Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting by gathering information and supporting the preparation of required schedules.

Partner with departments across the organization to obtain missing items, clarify financial details, and address documentation gaps.

Provide general accounting support through data entry, account review, invoice-related processing, and other clerical finance tasks as needed.

Perform additional accounting and administrative duties that align with team priorities and reporting deadlines. Requirements - Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.

At least 1-2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar finance support role.

Working knowledge of core accounting practices and standards for maintaining financial documentation.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort using accounting platforms; experience with NetSuite, Paylocity, Concur, or QuickBooks is advantageous.

Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice processing, and accurate data entry.

Ability to manage several assignments at once, stay organized, and meet deadlines while handling confidential information appropriately.

Clear communication, sound problem-solving ability, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.

Exposure to grant compliance reviews, government-funded programs, audits, general ledger reconciliations, or supporting schedules is preferred.

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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