Payroll & AP Clerk | Detail-Driven Accounting Pro

Stanbridge; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanbridge University in Irvine, CA is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting operations, including payroll, accounts payable, purchase orders, and general ledger entries. The role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop and Excel in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time, on-site position at Stanbridge University’s Irvine campus also offers opportunities to assist with budgeting, financial reporting, and audit preparation while

Qualifications

• Two years of general accounting experience.
• Associate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and processes.
• Demonstrated experience with accounts payable and financial transaction processing.
• Payroll processing experience preferred.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop.
• Strong Excel skills including PivotTables and lookups.
• Excellent numerical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Perform accounts payable functions including reviewing and recording invoices.
• Maintain and support the PO processing system.
• Record financial transactions (AP, AR, GL) and reconcile.
• Reconcile bank statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing financial reports (balance sheets, P&L, cash flows).
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting as directed.
• Use QuickBooks and Excel to manage financial data.

Skills

General accounting

Payroll processing

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Discretion

Education

Associate degree in accounting/finance/business administration

Tools

QuickBooks Desktop

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Stanbridge University in Irvine, CA is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting operations, including payroll, accounts payable, purchase orders, and general ledger entries. The role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop and Excel in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time, on-site position at Stanbridge University’s Irvine campus also offers opportunities to assist with budgeting, financial reporting, and audit preparation while