Accounting and Payroll Administrator
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Description
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Specialist in Walnut Creek, California. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including account reconciliation, invoice processing, and data entry. You will be a key player in our team, ensuring the smooth operation of our accounts payable and receivable, as well as assisting with human resources management.
General Accounting:
+ Reconcile and balance bank accounts daily, manage cash flow, oversee deposits, and conduct G.L. analysis
+ Assist CFO with monthly bank reconciliation and enter brokerage account activity
+ Collaborate with outside CPA firm for EOQ and EOY financial reporting
+ Process and file state sales and use tax returns for 17 states, handle state registrations
+ Prepare for and participate in periodic tax audits
+ Process AP (approx. 70 checks, 50 wires/electronic payments monthly)
+ Handle accounts receivable, including collections (approx. 300 invoices monthly)
+ Apply received funds to open invoices (including foreign funds), create customer deposits and journal entries
Payroll, Benefits, and HR:
+ Process, administer, and balance payroll and 401k for ~45 employees
+ Administer and update medical, dental, disability, and other insurance policies
+ Produce 1099s
+ Provide new hire paperwork, payroll documents, and exit paperwork
+ Serve as the main contact for employee benefits and payroll inquiries
+ Administer insurance policies and assist with periodic insurance audits and renewals
Miscellaneous:
+ Request annual US Residency Certificates
+ Renew US government purchasing privileges annually (SAM)
+ Assist with general office administration, AP checks, and envelopes
Requirements
+ Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
+ Over 10 years of experience as a Senior Staff Accountant or Full Charge Bookkeeper.
+ Knowledge of Oracle Netsuite
+ Quickbooks
+ ADP WorkforceNow
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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