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Accounting Clerk

Robert Half Accountemps

San Ramon, CAFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
San Ramon, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Robert Half Accountemps is hiring an Accounting Clerk. Launch your career with Robert Half's Full-Time Engagement Professionals practice as an Accounting Clerk, gaining hands‑on experience supporting client engagements across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and general accounting. Ideal candidates have intermediate Excel skills, strong attention to detail, and a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

Key focus areas include Support day‑to‑day accounting operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and collections., Process invoices, post payments, and assist with vendor and customer account maintenance., and Generate and distribute invoices, monitor aging reports, and follow up on outstanding balances..

Successful candidates bring 2+ Years Accounting Clerk Experience and Legally Authorized To Work In The United States. Important skills include Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Collections, Excel, and ERP Software. Preferred (not required): Process Invoices, Post Payments, Vendor Account Maintenance, and Customer Account Maintenance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Accounts PayableAccounts ReceivableBillingCollectionsExcelERP SoftwareData EntryAttention to DetailOrganizationFollow-ThroughManage Multiple PrioritiesMeet DeadlinesCommunicationProcess InvoicesPost PaymentsVendor Account MaintenanceCustomer Account MaintenanceGenerate InvoicesDistribute InvoicesMonitor Aging ReportsReconcile Account ActivityResearch DiscrepanciesCash ApplicationPayment TrackingAccount UpdatesRespond to InquiriesMaintain Accounting DocumentationMonth-End Close ActivitiesPrepare ReportsTrack Account ActivityData Review and AnalysisAdapt Quickly

Qualifications

2+ Years Accounting Clerk Experience2+ Years Accounts Payable Experience2+ Years Accounts Receivable Experience2+ Years Billing Experience2+ Years Collections ExperienceLegally Authorized to Work in the United StatesBachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Related Field

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Description

Launch your career with Robert Half's Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) practice as an Accounting Clerk. Gain hands-on experience supporting a variety of client engagements across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and general accounting. Ideal candidates have intermediate Excel skills, strong attention to detail, and a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

For more information, please contact Tawnia Kirshen via LinkedIn and send your resume to my email found there.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support day-to-day accounting operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and collections.

  • Process invoices, post payments, and assist with vendor and customer account maintenance.

  • Generate and distribute invoices, monitor aging reports, and follow up on outstanding balances.

  • Reconcile account activity and research discrepancies to support accurate financial records.

  • Perform high-volume data entry with speed and accuracy.

  • Assist with cash application, payment tracking, and account updates.

  • Respond to vendor, customer, and internal inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

  • Maintain organized accounting documentation and support month-end close activities as needed.

  • Use Excel to prepare reports, track account activity, and support data review and analysis.

  • Adapt quickly to new client systems, workflows, and processes while delivering high-quality support.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in an accounting clerk, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, or collections role.

  • Hands-on experience with AP, AR, billing, and collections activities.

  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and at least 2 ERP software

  • Fast and accurate data entry skills.

  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.

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.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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