Accounting Clerk

Robert Half • Bakersfield, CA • 4d ago

Description

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a Financial Services organization in Bakersfield, California. This position is ideal for someone who brings a solid accounting foundation, strong attention to detail, and prior experience working in a health care environment. The role will focus on accurate transaction processing, record maintenance, and coordination across payables and receivables activities using accounting software and high-volume data entry.

Responsibilities:

Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and enter payment details accurately into accounting systems.

Manage accounts payable activities by reviewing bills, preparing payments, and helping maintain organized financial records.

Handle accounts receivable tasks, including posting incoming payments, tracking outstanding balances, and following up on open items.

Perform high-volume data entry with a strong emphasis on accuracy, completeness, and timely updates to financial information.

Use QuickBooks and related tools to maintain account records, reconcile transactions, and support routine reporting needs.

Review invoice information for discrepancies, resolve basic billing issues, and ensure transactions are coded correctly.

Assist with maintaining organized documentation for audits, internal reviews, and month-end accounting support.

Collaborate with internal team members to keep financial workflows moving efficiently and address day-to-day accounting questions.

Requirements - At least 3 years of experience in an accounting clerk or similar finance support role.

Hands-on experience with both accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence working within computerized accounting systems.

Strong data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Experience processing invoices and maintaining complete, well-organized financial records.

Background working in the health care industry is required.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with colleagues and vendors.

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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