Accountant I

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Tryfacta is a leading, nationally renowned Workforce Management Solution provider for private &public sector firms across the US. We specialize in Healthcare, IT, Business Support, and Professional & Craft/Light Industrial ecosystems.

Founded in March 1996, we have a presence in all 50 States. Tryfacta has Ranked number 1 as one of the fastest-growing companies by Inc. Magazine (Inc. 5000)!


Job Title

Temporary Accountant I & II with a Work with a large, mission-driven public agency that supports essential water, environmental, and infrastructure services for a major metropolitan region


Location

San Jose, CA (Onsite)


Assignment Details

Duration: 960 Hours in a fiscal year
Work Schedule: Full-Time: 40hr/week
Start Date: to be discussed
Pay Rate: Accountant I - $39.50 - Accountant II - $45.80


Role Overview

The Accountant I/II performs professional accounting work supporting centralized accounting operations, financial reporting, revenue collection, account reconciliation, auditing, and compliance activities. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, processing reimbursements, supporting month-end and year-end activities, and providing financial analysis and customer service. Accountant I is an entry-level professional accountant position, while Accountant II functions independently and performs the full range of accounting duties.


Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare and post journal entries for payroll, benefits, accruals, allocations, reclassifications, revenues, and expenses.
• Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and subsidiary systems.
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, disclosures, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with year-end closing activities and audit requests.
• Maintain fixed asset records and schedules.

Accounts Receivable & Revenue Processing

• Process daily collections and deposits.
• Record and reconcile cash receipts and revenues.
• Prepare journal entries for property taxes and other revenue transactions.
• Audit and approve cash transactions.

Accounts Payable & Expense Management

• Process employee expense reimbursements and credit card expense reports.
• Review invoices and verify compliance with policies and procedures.
• Audit cash disbursements and payment transactions.
• Process vendor and departmental invoices.

Compliance & Controls

• Perform accounting audits and account reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, District policies, and funding requirements.
• Review purchase orders, contracts, and agreements for funding availability and policy adherence.
• Identify and correct financial transaction errors.

Customer Service & Collaboration

• Respond to customer, vendor, and stakeholder inquiries.
• Provide technical guidance and training to staff, interns, and temporary employees.
• Collaborate with departments on accounting and budgeting matters.

Required Experience

Accountant I

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum one (1) year of professional accounting experience.
• Experience may be substituted for education (1.5 years of experience for 1 year of education, up to 4 years).

Temporary Accountant I Assignment

• Experience working with:
  
  
  • General Ledger accounting
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Financial/ERP systems
• Exposure to accounting transaction processing and reconciliations.

Accountant II

• Four (4) years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience.
• Ability to independently perform full-cycle accounting functions

Preferred:

• Governmental accounting experience.
• Experience with ERP/financial management systems (e.g., PeopleSoft or similar).
• Financial analysis, auditing, and reporting experience.
• Budget preparation and budget control experience.
• Experience processing employee expense reimbursements, credit card reconciliations, and revenue collections.
• Experience supporting audits and year-end close activities.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Accounting & Finance
• General Accounting
• General Ledger Management
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Payable
• Account Reconciliation
• Journal Entry Preparation
• Financial Reporting
• Financial Analysis
• Auditing
• Revenue Accounting
• Fixed Asset Accounting
• Budget Monitoring and Control
• Governmental Accounting Principles (preferred for Accountant II)

Systems & Tools

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook / Email
• Microsoft Office 365
• ERP Financial Systems
• Integrated Financial Accounting Systems
• PeopleSoft Financials (or equivalent)
• Electronic document management and records maintenance systems

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Time management and deadline management
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Customer service orientation
• Organizational and prioritization skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn new accounting procedures and systems quickly
• Relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Continuous learning mindset

Education / Certifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in:
  
  
  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Business Administration (with accounting emphasis)
  • Related field

Preferred

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) designation or progress toward CPA.
• Governmental Accounting or Public Sector Finance coursework/certifications.
• Advanced Excel or ERP system certifications.(Not specifically stated in the documents but commonly preferred for similar accounting roles.)

Tryfacta is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based on Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age