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Robert Half Staff Accountant in San Mateo, California
Description
We are seeking a Staff Accountant for late stage start up in San Mateo, California. This is an onsite contract job opportunity and entails handling both Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), managing Bank Reconciliations, and maintaining the General Ledger. Role is onsite, contract for a 2–3-month assignment
Responsibilities:
• Accurately processing and managing all aspects of Accounts Payable (AP)
• Handling Accounts Receivable (AR) to ensure efficient, timely and accurate payment of accounts
• Conducting Bank Reconciliations regularly to ensure accuracy
• Maintaining and managing the General Ledger, ensuring its accuracy and completeness
• Preparing and posting Journal Entries as part of the month-end close process
• Utilizing software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP for accounting tasks
• Playing a key role in the Month End Close process, ensuring all financial data has been received and
Requirements
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is required
• Proven experience as a Staff Accountant, ideally within the High Tech - Electronics industry
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Oracle, NetSuite, SAP, and QuickBooks
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes
• Experience in performing bank reconciliations and maintaining the general ledger
• Ability to prepare journal entries and execute month end close procedures
• Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Solid understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
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