Entry Level Jr Accountant

About this role

Entry-Level Jr. AP Accountant

Carson, CA

$25.00–$26.00/hour

Contract-to-Hire

Are you looking to grow your accounting career with a stable company that offers hands-on training and career advancement? We are seeking an Entry-Level Jr. AP Accountant to join our accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with recent accounting experience or a degree in Accounting who is eager to build a long-term career.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and ensure accurate coding to the general ledger.
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices.
• Assist with weekly check runs, ACH, and wire payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor files and respond to vendor inquiries professionally.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Prepare and maintain AP reports and spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
• Support the accounting team with filing, data entry, and other administrative accounting duties.
• Assist with audit requests and maintain organized financial documentation.
• Perform other accounting projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 6 months to 2 years of accounting or accounts payable experience preferred.
• Internship or recent graduates with accounting experience are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes and basic accounting principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (sorting, filtering, formulas, and pivot tables are a plus).
• Experience with an ERP system or accounting software is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Must be able to work onsite in Carson, CA.

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