Description

We are offering an exciting opportunity in the construction and services industry in Hayward, California. We are seeking a GL Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for various accounting tasks, including managing both accounts payable and receivable, performing bank reconciliations, and maintaining the general ledger.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with month-end close process, including accruals and posting journal entries

• Process invoices and credit memos, including GL coding and job costing

• Reconcile vendor statements and manage month-end AP tasks (accruals, AP close, and GL reconciliation)

• Manage the corporate credit card program

• Ensure adherence to internal policies and control procedures

• Assist with staff workload during peak times and backlogs

• Prepare reports, including year-end audit documentation for management

• Propose process improvements to Accounting Supervisor/Operations

• Manage additional duties and special projects as needed

  Requirements

• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, or related field, or a combination of relevant education and experience, Bachelor's degree in accounting a plus

• At least 3 years of experience in an accounting role

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

• Understanding of accounting principles, including income statement vs. balance sheet accounts, and debits and credits

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and levels

• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills to handle high work volume

• Ability to maintain high energy, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy

• Self-motivated, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

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.

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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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