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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Mountain View, California
Description
We are in search of a Staff Accountant to join our team in Mountain View, California. This role demands a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. As a Staff Accountant, you will be handling accounts payable, cash applications, ensuring accurate records, and addressing queries. Candidate will be able to work on G/L entries if has experience, otherwise down the road the client will train in this area.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure precision in the processing of accounts payable and code payments to the correct general ledger account.
• Manage cash applications, including transactions related to checking accounts like client cash withdrawals and broker account activity.
• Keep all physical records organized and up-to-date, including filing documents into physical cabinets.
• Work on account reconciliations under the supervision of the Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager to ensure all payments are recorded accurately and accounts are balanced.
• Assist in the generation of monthly and quarterly financial statements for clients, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
• Create Excel worksheets for the analysis of client financial data, such as broker analysis and construction, or investment history spreadsheets.
• Generate monthly client cash reports for client deliverables and internal review of client disbursements, as well as update disbursement reports.
• Conduct monthly account and bank reconciliations to maintain the accuracy of records.
Requirements
• Possession of a minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting role
• Proficient in handling Accounts Payable (AP)
• Demonstrated experience in Bank Reconciliations
• Familiarity with General Ledger management or willing to learn
• Proficiency in creating and maintaining Journal Entries
• Proficiency in using QuickBooks accounting software
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