Accounting Clerk, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, La Mesa

Category:
Finance

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Job Description:

Robert Half is partnering with an exciting and innovative biotechnology company to hire an Accounting Clerk for a temporary contract with the potential to turn into a permanent position. The role involves managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank statements, and supporting financial reporting and month-end close activities. It is a fantastic opportunity to enter the biotechnology industry while showcasing and enhancing your accounting skills.

Job Responsibility:

Performing data entry and ensuring accuracy in the processing of vendor invoices and payment records
managing accounts payable (AP) processes, including invoice matching, coding, and batching
assisting accounts receivable (AR) processes by preparing and posting customer payments
reconciling bank statements and assisting with month-end and year-end close activities
monitoring and updating financial records in accounting software to ensure accuracy
supporting the preparation of financial reports, as requested by senior accountants or management
assisting with general accounting tasks such as journal entries and maintaining organized accounting files
communicating effectively with internal departments and external vendors to resolve discrepancies or inquiries.

Requirements:

High school diploma required
associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
at least 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
experience in the biotechnology or life sciences industry is a plus, but not required
proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) and Microsoft Excel (e.g., working with formulas, sorting data)
exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation tasks
strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a busy environment
ability to learn quickly and work collaboratively with finance and cross-functional teams
entry-level accounting certifications are a bonus but not required.

Nice to have:

Experience in the biotechnology or life sciences industry
entry-level accounting certifications.

What we offer:

Access to top jobs
competitive compensation
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance for contract/temporary professionals
eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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