Accounting Clerk

We are looking for an entry-level Accounting Clerk to join a construction-focused team in Contra Costa County, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This opportunity is well suited for someone with accounting knowledge or related education who wants to build hands-on experience in project billing and financial support within a busy office setting. The role will contribute to billing accuracy, payroll assistance, and project documentation while working closely with project managers, subcontractors, and internal accounting staff.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily project billing tasks and help keep invoicing activities accurate, organized, and on schedule.

• Review, enter, and monitor change order information to ensure project records remain current and complete.

• Provide support for payroll-related processing by gathering documentation and assisting with related administrative tasks.

• Maintain billing files, backup records, and supporting financial information with a high degree of accuracy.

• Perform large-volume data entry work efficiently while checking details carefully to reduce errors.

• Communicate with project managers, subcontractors, and internal departments to address questions tied to billing or account activity.

• Investigate discrepancies in billing or payroll information and assist in resolving issues in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

•Bachelor of Accounting/Economics/Business or related field

• Strong 10-key and data entry ability, especially in high volume environments

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including confidence working with formulas and spreadsheets.

• Ability to stay organized and accurate while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

• Clear, detail-focused communication skills and the ability to interact across departments.

• Positive, proactive approach and a strong willingness to learn new processes and responsibilities.

• Dependable work habits, close attention to detail, and solid interpersonal skills when supporting internal stakeholders.

Compensation

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