Accounting Assistant

Employment Type: Contract to Hire

A leading construction company in Menlo Park is seeking a detail-oriented and highly efficient Accounting Assistant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting and financial tasks to support our company’s day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Process checks, payments, and bank deposits
• Handle the company's financial paperwork and filing systems
• Assist with budget preparation and financial planning processes
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information
• Maintain digital and physical financial records
• Ensure timely payment of invoices and bills
• Assist with payroll processing
• Comply with all federal, state, and local protocols including legal requirements, and interpret new and existing legislation
• Maintain and update the company's financial database

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Proven experience as an accountant or accounting assistant
• Familiarity with construction accounting software
• Knowledge of tax regulations and reporting
• Excellent data entry skills with a high level of accuracy
• Strong aptitude for math and financial data
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Working Hours:

We are an equal opportunity employer and prioritize diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.