Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for an agriculture-focused organization in Sacramento, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, keeping records accurate, and helping maintain efficient accounting processes. The role will contribute to payment handling, reconciliations, reporting, and general accounting support while partnering with internal teams and external vendors.

Responsibilities:
• Manage daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are recorded correctly and processed on time.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records by entering accounting data and reviewing documentation for completeness.
• Coordinate invoice handling, monitor payment status, and communicate with vendors to resolve routine billing questions.
• Compare bank activity against internal records and investigate discrepancies to support accurate account balances.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close tasks by preparing supporting documentation and updating accounting records.
• Prepare routine financial and administrative reports to help the team track activity and maintain visibility into accounting operations.
• Organize and file accounting documents so records remain accessible, complete, and audit-ready.• At least 1 year of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or an administrative role with financial responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, data entry, and invoice processing.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications in a work setting.
• Familiarity with Paylocity and AccountingWare is preferred.
• Ability to perform bank reconciliations with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Clear communication skills for interacting effectively with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders.