Accounting Clerk Job at Robert Half in Los Angeles

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Los Angeles, California. This is a Contract-to-permanent position with an exciting opportunity to grow within a unionized environment. The role involves handling various accounting tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial data management, while ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational standards. Responsibilities:

• Process travel reimbursements and accounts payable by verifying receipts, creating supplier records, and preparing expense reports for payment.
• Enter invoice payment batches into Oracle, initiate check disbursements, and ensure proper documentation for signatures and distribution.
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to general ledger accounting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies.
• Prepare and post journal entries for accounts payable, including monthly and year-end accruals for committed expenses.
• Manage customer accounts by entering and maintaining information, preparing invoices, and coding incoming payments to proper general ledger accounts.
• Post member payments, assist cashiers as needed, and distribute invoices to customers.
• Maintain supplier information to ensure compliance with 1099-related regulations and manage all required documentation.
• Collaborate with various departments, local offices, and board members to address inquiries and provide support.
• Handle additional department-related duties as assigned to support financial operations. Requirements - Proven experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting practices.
• Strong knowledge of invoice processing, billing, and account reconciliation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Oracle or similar accounting software.
• Excellent data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to research and resolve discrepancies in financial records independently.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines effectively.
• Familiarity with general ledger account coding structures and 1099 compliance.
• Effective communication skills to interact with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .