Background Investigator Job at City of Los Angeles (Los Angeles)

Background Investigator

A Background Investigator is a civilian employee who conducts and compiles perso...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

83916.00 - 138914.00 USD / Year

City of Los Angeles

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Five years of full-time paid experience within the last ten years as a California peace officer that includes experience in background investigations for employment, internal affairs investigations, or in-depth investigations of criminal matters
A valid Private Investigator's license issued by the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
900 cumulative hours of paid experience within the last five years conducting background investigations for public safety positions while employed with the City of Los Angeles
A valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles is required
California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Background Investigation Course (for selective certification)

Job Responsibility

Conducts and compiles personal and professional background investigations for public safety candidates by interviewing employers, co-workers, neighbors, law enforcement officials, military personnel, members of the candidate's family, and personal references
Prepares reports on findings
Makes recommendations as to background findings
May supervise or act as a head worker to staff involved in the above duties

What we offer

Health and dental coverage
Life insurance

Fulltime

Background Investigator

Under general direction, coordinates, directs and conducts background investigat...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

112112.00 - 136240.00 USD / Year

City and County of San Francisco

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
Two (2) years full-time equivalent experience performing employment investigative work in a government or contract investigative agency
Possession of a valid California driver license

Job Responsibility

Reviews applications for completeness and directs candidates to provide additional information if needed
obtains proper information release documents
Conducts background interviews with candidates to review and collect required documentation
confirms candidates meet the minimum qualifications of the job classification
Conducts background investigation using tact and discretion
confirms information provided by candidates
makes inquiries to assist in determining credibility of statements
interviews references, including family, personal to include law enforcement and gathers evidence in order to provide a body of information for analysis
reviews local, state, and federal criminal databases
may conduct home visits and/or neighborhood checks which can include travel to locations outside of the county and/or outside of the state as necessary

Fulltime

New

Background Investigator 1764

A Background Investigator is a civilian employee who conducts and compiles perso...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

86443.00 - 143090.00 USD / Year

City of Los Angeles

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Five years of full-time paid experience within the last ten years as a California peace officer that includes experience in background investigations for employment, internal affairs investigations, or in-depth investigations of criminal matters
A valid Private Investigator's license issued by the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
900 cumulative hours of paid experience within the last five years conducting background investigations for public safety positions while employed with the City of Los Angeles
As a condition of employment, a valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required. Applicants will be disqualified and candidates will not be eligible for hire if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation such as DUI or DWI in any state or jurisdiction
Applicants filing under Requirement #2 must submit a copy of their valid Private Investigator's license at the time of filing
Upon appointment, Background Investigators employed by the Personnel Department will be required to provide an automobile, properly insured, for use in City service
Some initial appointments are anticipated to be made on a part-time basis
Prior to appointment, a thorough and comprehensive Background Investigation will be conducted
Selective certification may require successful completion of the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Background Investigation Course within the last five years

Job Responsibility

Conducts and compiles personal and professional background investigations for public safety candidates by interviewing employers, co-workers, neighbors, law enforcement officials, military personnel, members of the candidate's family, and personal references
Prepares reports on findings
Makes recommendations as to background findings
Performs other related duties
Background Investigators in the higher pay grades may supervise or act as a head worker to staff involved in the above duties

Fulltime

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Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a wholesale dist...

Location

United States , Bronx

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in accounts receivable within a distribution, wholesale, or similar business environment
Strong background in cash application, billing support, and commercial collections
Hands-on experience reviewing and resolving customer chargebacks, deductions, or payment disputes
Ability to reconcile account activity accurately and identify the source of discrepancies
Proficiency with accounting or ERP systems and confidence working with transaction-level data
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for customer and cross-functional follow-up
Experience supporting large retail or big box customer accounts is highly preferred

Job Responsibility

Process incoming payments and apply cash accurately to customer accounts in a timely manner
Monitor open invoices, follow up on past-due balances, and drive commercial collections efforts with professionalism
Review customer deductions and chargebacks, research discrepancies, and coordinate resolution with appropriate internal partners
Prepare and issue invoices, credit memos, and account adjustments while maintaining accurate documentation
Reconcile accounts receivable balances and investigate variances to support clean aging reports
Communicate with customers regarding payment status, billing questions, and remittance details to resolve issues promptly
Maintain detailed account notes and reporting to provide visibility into collections activity and outstanding receivables

What we offer

Medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

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Accountant

We are looking for an Accountant to support a short-term Contract assignment in ...

Location

United States , Nashville

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 2 years of accounting experience in the hospitality sector
Previous hospitality industry experience, especially in revenue-focused or property-based accounting, is strongly preferred
Hands-on background in accounts payable and familiarity with day-to-day invoice processing
Experience preparing journal entries, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and completing reconciliations
Working knowledge of accounts receivable processes and cash application activities
Proficiency with bank reconciliations and identifying discrepancies in transactional data
Experience using Opera and comfort working across accounting systems and spreadsheets

Job Responsibility

Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and coordinate timely payment activity through accounts payable workflows
Reconcile daily revenue activity and prepare income journal entries to ensure financial records reflect accurate operating results
Record accounting transactions within the general ledger and maintain organized documentation for routine financial activity
Support accounts receivable functions by tracking incoming payments and resolving posting discrepancies as needed
Complete bank and account reconciliations, investigate variances, and follow through on correcting outstanding issues
Prepare and post journal entries with close attention to accuracy, coding, and supporting detail
Work within Opera and related accounting systems to review transaction data and maintain reliable financial information
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address accounting questions and help keep month-end tasks on schedule

What we offer

Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan

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Accounting Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join a busy logistics o...

Location

United States , Blue Ash

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience supporting accounting operations in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, or invoice processing
Ability to reconcile records, identify discrepancies, and take action to resolve issues in a high-volume environment
Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail when handling financial and transportation-related documentation
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort learning internal accounting or billing platforms similar to QuickBooks
Effective communication skills for working with brokers, carriers, customers, and third-party payment partners
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining organization and meeting deadlines in an onsite role
Background in logistics, transportation, or another fast-paced operational setting is preferred

Job Responsibility

Review transportation and billing documents for accuracy, including bills of lading and gate-related records, to support timely invoice processing
Partner with brokers to keep shipment paperwork moving efficiently and prevent open items from delaying carrier payments or customer billing
Examine reports and account details to identify missing documents, unresolved invoice issues, and aging items that require follow-up
Perform spot checks across a high volume of transactions and investigate exceptions to resolve payment or documentation problems
Communicate with factoring partners regarding invoice and payment status, including expected release timelines
Monitor open payables for carriers and follow up on outstanding invoices or incomplete files to maintain accurate records
Upload and organize required documentation in internal systems so financial and shipment records remain complete and accessible
Reach out to customers or related contacts when additional support is needed to obtain missing paperwork or clarify account issues

What we offer

Medical
Vision
Dental
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training

Fulltime

New

Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing accounting te...

Location

United States , Fort Worth

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and at least 3 years of progressive accounting experience
Strong background in month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliation
Experience preparing bank reconciliations, audit support schedules, and financial analysis reports
Ability to investigate variances, identify root causes, and recommend practical accounting solutions
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively

Job Responsibility

Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and complete detailed account reconciliations to support accurate financial reporting
Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities by reviewing balances, analyzing accounts, and resolving outstanding items
Produce financial statements and management reports while helping ensure reporting deadlines are met and internal standards are followed
Evaluate financial performance against budgets and prior periods, identify notable fluctuations, and communicate findings with recommended follow-up actions
Reconcile bank activity and balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and correct issues in a timely manner
Partner with accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to review transactions, clear reconciling items, and improve accuracy across cash flow processes
Provide documentation and analysis for internal and external audit requests and assist with audit schedule preparation
Support budgeting and cost tracking efforts by comparing actual results to planned figures and preparing periodic variance reports
Assist with special projects and additional accounting assignments as needed by the Controller and broader finance team

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

New

Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a publicly traded go...

Location

United States , Herndon

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience working as a Senior Accountant or in a similar corporate accounting role
Strong background in month-end close and general ledger accounting
Hands-on experience preparing journal entries and performing account reconciliations
Demonstrated ability to complete bank reconciliations accurately and efficiently
Working knowledge of accounts payable processes and related accounting impact
Experience using Deltek Costpoint in an accounting environment with strong attention to detail
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage priorities independently in a deadline-driven setting

Job Responsibility

Lead monthly closing activities by preparing and reviewing accounting entries, schedules, and supporting documentation to ensure timely and accurate reporting
Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through detailed analysis, account review, and resolution of discrepancies
Complete balance sheet and bank reconciliations, investigate variances, and follow through on outstanding items
Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with accounting policies and established reporting deadlines
Support accounts payable-related accounting processes, including review of transactions and reconciliation of payable balances
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather financial data, clarify account activity, and improve the accuracy of recorded results
Use Deltek Costpoint to manage accounting records, perform analysis, and support routine financial operations
Assist with audit requests and provide organized documentation for internal and external reporting needs

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

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