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Accounting Specialist

$26 - $29 per hour
Full-time

Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Accounting & Purchasing Specialist

Livermore, CA (100% On-Site)



Approximately 30 Hours Per Week



Contract-to-Hire Opportunity



$26-$29/Hour

Looking for a Flexible Accounting Role with Variety?

We're partnering with a well-established East Bay organization seeking an Accounting & Purchasing Specialist to support both financial operations and procurement activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, working independently, and being a key contributor on a collaborative team.

What You'll Be Doing

Accounting Operations

* Process accounts payable and vendor payments
* Verify invoices and resolve discrepancies with vendors
* Apply customer payments and maintain accurate records
* Support accounts receivable, invoicing, and account follow-up
* Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
* Maintain organized financial documentation
* Support 1099 preparation and compliance reporting
* Ensure accounting practices align with GAAP standards

Purchasing & Vendor Management

* Coordinate purchasing for office, production, and operational supplies
* Create and manage purchase orders
* Monitor inventory levels and replenish supplies as needed
* Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, availability, and deliveries
* Research cost-saving opportunities and alternative suppliers
* Resolve shipping, receiving, and order-related issues

✅ What We're Looking For

✔ 5+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, purchasing, procurement, or related experience

✔ Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field preferred

✔ Strong understanding of:

  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • General Ledger activity
  • Financial reporting

✔ Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

✔ ERP system experience is a plus

✔ Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

✔ Ability to manage multiple priorities independently

✔ Strong communication and customer service skills

⏰ Schedule

✅ Flexible start time between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM

✅ Approximately 6-hour workday

100% on-site in Livermore

✅ Approximately 30 hours per week

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

⭐ Flexible part-time schedule

⭐ Diverse responsibilities across accounting and purchasing

⭐ Collaborative and supportive team environment

⭐ Opportunity to make an immediate impact

⭐ Strong potential to convert from contract to permanent employment

⭐ Stable and established organization

Interested?

If you enjoy balancing accounting responsibilities with purchasing and vendor management while working in a flexible, hands-on role, we'd love to connect.

Apply today!

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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