Accounting Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Accounting Administrative Assistant

Location : Carson (fully onsite; 8 AM-5 PM)

Pay Rate : $22–$25 / hour

Contract to Hire

Associate’s degree required

To be considered, you will need to complete typing and excel assessment

Great opportunity for entry level accounting graduates

A nonprofit organization is looking for an organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support their accounting department. This individual will assist with incoming mail, check processing, invoice tracking, and general office functions while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities :

Process incoming and outgoing mail and ensure timely distribution.

Provide support to both accounts payable and receivable functions, including scanning and uploading documents.

Deposit checks, record donor contributions, and assist with maintaining accurate financial records.

Respond to internal and external inquiries with a strong focus on customer service.

Help facilitate basic training for internal teams on finance-related systems.

Support internal audits and maintain organized filing systems.

Assist with other administrative tasks and projects as assigned by the accounting supervisor.

Qualifications :

Associate degree or higher REQUIRED

At least 1–3 years of office or accounting experience is ideal.

Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Availability to work Saturdays and flexible hours as needed.

Skills and Attributes :

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.

Comfortable handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Professional communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other office software.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Pay Details : $23.00 to $25.00 per hour

Search managed by : Allison Lau

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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