Accountant Ll - Hr Management Firm

Company Profile:
Your People Professionals is an outsourced human resources Management Firm, servicing multiple businesses, across a variety of industry sectors.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Accountant II will provide support to the accounting team.
Essential Job Functions:
Prepare client invoices, record them in company's accounting system and send to clients;
Monitor and follow-up on A/R agings;
Process client payments and record them in company's accounting system;
Receive vendor invoices and enter them in company's accounting system;
Maintain and organize A/P and A/R records;
Validate A/P and A/R balances;
Preparation of month end and year end entries;
Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts;
Ensure accuracy of entries to ledger accounts;
Reconciliation and preparation of payroll tax returns;
Respond to client inquiries;
Proficiency in the Microsoft suite of products, specifically to include Excel, Word, in addition to relevant accounting software packages;
Proficiency in operating office equipment to include PCs, copiers, fax machine and 10-key calculator;
Any other duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related discipline, preferred;
2-4 years' relevant accounting related experience;
Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Account Principles (GAAP);
Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data;
Proficient QuickBooks Online experience;
Proficiency in creating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets and automated accounting systems;
Astute attention to detail, ability to proofread work and present finished product error-free;
Efficient multi-tasker, ability to prioritize work-load and meet deadlines;
Proficient oral and written communication skills, including excellent grammar, spelling and proof-reading skills;
Ability to work with minimum supervision, after training period.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and possess excellent customer service capabilities.
Working Hours:
8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday through Friday, with 2 10-minute breaks and 1 hour for lunch.
Compensation:
$33.00 - $40.00 per hour DOE, for this full-time, non-exempt position.
Benefits:
Gold Plan Anthem Blue Cross medical, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance premiums paid 100% for the employee;
401(K), not employer-matched;
80 hours of accrued paid vacation annually in the 1st year of employment and increasing incrementally thereafter;
Accrued paid sick time up to 6 days annually;
9 paid public holidays.
Location:
Santa Maria, CA