Accounting Assistant

Robert Half • Claremont, CA • 3h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support financial operations for a government organization in Claremont, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized and comfortable handling a broad range of accounting and administrative responsibilities. The role will contribute to daily fiscal activities, records management, and customer-facing financial support while helping maintain accuracy and compliance across department functions.

Responsibilities:

Support day-to-day accounting activities tied to municipal finance operations, including ledger updates, payroll support, purchasing documentation, accounts payable processing, and cash handling functions.

Enter, organize, and maintain financial information in computerized systems, ensuring records are accurate, current, and properly documented.

Prepare correspondence, summaries, reports, and other office documents while maintaining a high standard of written communication.

Review forms, transactions, and supporting records to confirm completeness, policy alignment, and adherence to applicable procedures and regulations.

Assist with revenue-related activities such as billing, collections, cashiering, utility account support, business license processing, and audit-related record tracking.

Respond to questions or concerns from the public and internal staff, using sound judgment to determine appropriate next steps or escalation.

Compile statistical and financial information for special assignments, operational reviews, budget-related support, and other departmental projects.

Recommend practical improvements to office workflows and provide administrative support for evaluations of existing procedures.

Serve in an emergency support capacity as required during a locally declared disaster or emergency event. Requirements - Experience with accounting support functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice coding, journal entry preparation, and bank reconciliations.

Working knowledge of bookkeeping fundamentals, financial record maintenance, and basic accounting practices.

Proficiency with business software and data entry tools, including Microsoft Excel; experience with QuickBooks or Tyler Technologies Munis is preferred.

Ability to perform numerical calculations accurately, manage detailed information, and maintain organized files and records.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare routine business correspondence and interact professionally with the public and staff.

Capability to interpret policies, procedures, and financial documentation and apply them correctly in daily work.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and maintain composure in a service-oriented environment.

Physical ability to sit for extended periods, lift up to 15 pounds, and retrieve stored records using a step stool or ladder when needed.

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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