Entry Level Accounting

Vaco by Highspring; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) is seeking an Entry-Level Accounting Associate to join their Irvine team. This role offers hands-on accounting experience and a chance to grow in a collaborative, supportive environment.

You will assist with AP/AR, process invoices, data entry, month-end close support, and prepare reports in Excel, while maintaining accurate records and communicating with vendors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel and computer skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Internship or previous office/accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and payments.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support month-end close activities and account reconciliations.
• Prepare spreadsheets and financial reports using Excel.
• Assist with filing, documentation, and audit preparation.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding invoices and payments.
• Provide general administrative support to the accounting team.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Office experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Our client is looking for an Entry-Level Accounting Associate to join their team! This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to gain hands-on accounting experience and grow their career within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Process invoices, expense reports, and payments
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate financial records
• Support month-end close activities and account reconciliations
• Prepare spreadsheets and financial reports using Excel
• Assist with filing, documentation, and audit preparation
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding invoices and payments
• Provide general administrative support to the accounting team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree highly preferred
• Strong Excel and computer skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Internship or previous office/accounting experience is a plus

Equal Opportunity Notice

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we", "our", or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations; and
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).