Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a team in Torrance, California. This Contract to permanent position is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-focused, and comfortable working with accounting records across payables, receivables, and reconciliations. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial data, coordinate with internal teams and external contacts, and contribute to the smooth operation of the accounting function.

Responsibilities:
• Record customer billing activity in the accounts receivable system on a daily basis and ensure invoice information is entered accurately.
• Process vendor bills within the accounts payable workflow, maintaining complete and current payment records.
• Prepare priority check requests and enter related payment activity into the appropriate accounting journals.
• Enter and track expense-related transactions, including recurring costs such as equipment leases and company card activity.
• Support accounting entries tied to contract labor, staffing allocations, and employee benefit-related cost distributions.
• Review interfaced financial data for accuracy, investigate inconsistencies, and make corrections when needed.
• Communicate with internal departments, customers, and vendors to clarify account details and resolve outstanding issues.
• Monitor account balances, research discrepancies, and maintain organized financial documentation through filing, retention, and secure disposal practices.• At least 1 year of accounting experience, with exposure to both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Working knowledge of core accounting processes such as journal entries, reconciliations, and transaction posting.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Windows-based business applications and accounting systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to learn new processes quickly and collaborate well with cross-functional teams.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is preferred.