Accountant – Purchasing & Accounting Support

Nelson Connects; Roseville (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Nelson Connects is seeking an Accountant – Purchasing & Accounting Support in Roseville, CA. This hybrid, 1-3 month contract role focuses on purchasing and general accounting support to ensure accurate fiscal transactions, posting, and reconciliation.

The position involves processing purchase orders, reviewing documentation, supporting journal entries, and assisting with grant reporting and closing activities. Strong Excel and accounting software experience are required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on accounting experience with purchasing, AP, GL, and reconciliation processes.
• Experience creating and processing purchase orders and reviewing purchasing documentation.
• Proficiency with accounting software and automated financial systems (Blackbaud, Sage Intacct, SAP or comparable).
• Advanced Excel skills and Office 365 proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase orders in accordance with procedures.
• Review purchasing documentation for completeness and policy compliance.
• Assist with transaction preparation, posting, and reconciliation for all books and journals.
• Identify discrepancies and assist with corrections.
• Review vouchers for coding, documentation, and authorizations.
• Prepare and maintain Excel spreadsheets and financial records.
• Assist with grant reports and documentation.
• Prepare audit schedules and financial documentation.
• Support month-end, year-end, and grant closing activities.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting tasks.

Skills

Purchasing

Accounts payable

General ledger

Reconciliation

Excel proficiency

Grants reporting

Financial data analysis

Tools

Blackbaud

Sage Intacct

SAP

Job description

Accountant – Purchasing & Accounting Support

Contract 1-3 months

Roseville, CA – Hybrid

You arean Accountant who provides accounting and purchasing support to ensure fiscal transactions are accurately documented, processed, posted, and reconciled. The position assists with purchase orders, reviews purchasing documentation, supports general accounting activities, and contributes to timely financial reporting and maintenance of fiscal books and records.

This position pays: $30.00 to $35.00 per hour

What you will be doing:

• Create and process purchase orders in accordance with established procedures.
• Review purchasing documentation for completeness, accuracy, required approvals, and policy compliance.
• Assist with transaction preparation, posting, and reconciliation for all books of account and related journals..
• Identify discrepancies and assist with necessary corrections or adjustments.
• Review vouchers for appropriate coding, supporting documentation, and authorizations.
• Prepare and maintain Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and financial records.
• Assist with grant reports and supporting documentation.
• Prepare audit schedules and other financial documentation as requested.
• Support month-end, year-end, and grant closing activities.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting functions as assigned.

What you bring:

• Hands-on accounting experience with working knowledge of purchasing, accounts payable, general ledger, and reconciliation processes.
• Experience creating and processing purchase orders and reviewing purchasing documentation.
• Experience with accounting software and automated financial systems; Blackbaud, Sage Intacct, SAP, or comparable platforms preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel functions and Office 365 applications..
• Ability to analyze financial information and identify discrepancies or incomplete documentation..
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Demonstrated accountability and commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.
• Experience with Tribal health systems, nonprofit organizations, or public-sector accounting preferred.

For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.

We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.

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