Accounting Clerk

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a busy service organization in Modesto, California on a contract basis with the potential to become permanent. This position will provide essential accounting support with a strong emphasis on Accounts Payable while also assisting with receivables, cost tracking, and day-to-day administrative coordination. The ideal candidate brings solid accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and the flexibility to support multiple teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a high volume of Accounts Payable transactions, including entering invoices, creating bills, and preparing payment-related records accurately and on time.

• Assign invoices to the proper job numbers and cost categories to maintain accurate financial tracking and reporting.

• Create and maintain vendor records, including collecting required documentation and assisting with 1099-related reporting needs.

• Review accounting entries in company systems to verify correct coding and support reliable job costing data.

• Partner with operations staff and internal departments to confirm project expenses are recorded correctly and aligned with current activity.

• Assist with Accounts Receivable functions by issuing customer invoices, updating account records, and helping maintain current billing information.

• Support prevailing wage documentation by organizing records and helping ensure required paperwork is complete and accurate.

• Maintain internal tracking tools and boards related to receivables, fleet registrations, receipt collection, and general status updates.

• Provide administrative assistance such as sorting and distributing mail, coordinating occasional travel arrangements, and updating internal procedures as needed.

• Communicate effectively with accounting, operations, sales, HR, management, project support teams, and remote colleagues to keep work moving efficiently during a high-volume period.

For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of accounting experience, with substantial hands-on work in Accounts Payable.
• Proven ability to handle full-cycle AP tasks such as invoice processing, coding, vendor setup, and payment support.
• Working knowledge of Accounts Receivable processes and willingness to assist with administrative duties when needed.
• Experience using QuickBooks, including QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Enterprise, in a detail-focused setting.
• Comfort learning new software and using tools such as Monday.com, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a high level of organization and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, stay proactive, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in construction-related accounting or familiarity with prevailing wage requirements is a plus.

Compensation

$25.00-$27.00 Hourly

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