Jr Accountant

Ledgent-Finance-; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- is seeking a detail-oriented Jr Accountant to support daily accounting operations in South Orange County, CA. This temp-to-hire role covers accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, payroll support, reconciliations, and general accounting functions.

Ideal candidates are organized, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a full-time schedule (32 hours/week) with competitive hourly pay and growth potential within a stable organization.

Qualifications

• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable, including invoice matching, coding, approvals, and vendor reconciliations.
• Prepare payments via check and electronic methods.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Process customer billing, monitor receivables, apply cash receipts, and assist with collections.
• Reconcile customer and vendor accounts.
• Review and process employee expense reports and corporate credit card transactions.
• Enter payroll data and maintain payroll records.
• Manage petty cash and assist with month-end closing activities.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and support audit requests.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Accounts payable/receivable

General ledger

Excel

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Salary: USD30 - USD33 per hour

Jr Accountant

Temp to Hire - Up to $33/hr

South Orange County, CA | Full-Time (32 hours a week)

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Jr Accountantto support daily accounting operations. This position offers a diverse mix of responsibilities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, payroll support, reconciliations, and general accounting functions. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and experienced working in a fast-paced business environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable, including invoice matching, coding, approvals, and vendor reconciliations.
• Prepare payments via check and electronic methods.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Process customer billing, monitor receivables, apply cash receipts, and assist with collections.
• Reconcile customer and vendor accounts.
• Review and process employee expense reports and corporate credit card transactions.
• Enter payroll data and maintain payroll records.
• Manage petty cash and assist with month-end closing activities.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and support audit requests.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Strong experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

This is a great opportunity to join a stable and growing organization offering a collaborative team environment and long-term career growth potential.