Temporary Accounting Job Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description
Our client is seeking an Accountant for a contract opportunity. The job of Accountant is done for the purpose/s of analyzing financial information; auditing financial documents and transactions; compiling statistical and financial data; monitoring expenditures against budget; preparing and processing accounting activities; preparing and submitting documents and reports; providing technical expertise to staff and districts; reconciling fiscal information and account balances; and, guiding and training department staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyzes financial information (e.g. general ledger accounts, costs, local tax revenues, district audits,
etc.) for the purpose of identifying potential budget variances, compiling statistical information,
developing procedures, and conforming to established financial practices and regulatory requirements.
Audits financial documents and transactions for the purpose of ensuring the accuracy of financial
information, detecting errors and fraud, processing correcting entries, and complying with legal and
regulatory requirements.
Collaborates with a variety of internal and external individuals and groups (e.g. personnel, auditors, funding agencies, Internal Revenue Service, California Department of Education, etc.) for the
purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs in accordance with established
financial policies, practices, laws and/or regulatory guidelines.
Compiles statistical and financial data (e.g. income/expenditure reports, forecasting, budget overviews,
etc.) for the purpose of providing third-party reporting; developing budget recommendations; providing
financial summaries to other personnel; and/or ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
Guides, presents to, and trains department staff for the purpose of monitoring workflow and ensuring
proper accounting practices and compliance with the fund account and generally accepted accounting
principles.
Monitors expenditures against budget and/or a wide variety of account information for the purpose of
ensuring the accuracy of reported information, availability of funds, and compliance with established
financial guidelines and program policies, practices and regulatory requirements.
Plans and conducts team/department meetings, in-service trainings, and/or workshops for the purpose
Prepares and processes a variety of accounting activities (e.g. accounting projects and annual reports,
accounts receivable/payable transactions, payroll/benefits/taxes, etc.) for the purpose of facilitating
activities in support of audit processes, maintaining financial integrity and transparency, ensuring
financial accuracy, and meeting legal and regulatory requirements.
Provides technical expertise to staff and districts on accounting issues and related financial activities for
the purpose of conveying pertinent information regarding the organization's financial operations and
ensuring compliance with established policies, practices and regulatory requirements.
Receives and posts various revenues (e.g. ACH, wires, checks, cash, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring proper revenue classification and accurate posting to funds and internal financial system.
Reconciles fiscal information and account balances (e.g. general ledger accounts, discrepancies, cash
flow statements, etc.) for the purpose of verifying accuracy of information, maintaining accurate
balances, and complying with accounting practices.
Responds to a variety of internal and external inquiries (e.g. account entries, regulations, tax
communication, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or appropriate referrals.
REQUIREMENTS:
3+ years of increasingly responsible experience in accounting or auditing. Required to hold a valid CA Driver License and proof of insurance when driving is an assigned job duty.
Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.
Job Requirements
On-Site
By using best practices and optimal employee recruiting strategies, Kavaliro provides employers with employment solutions by providing the most qualified and professional employees, who can staff both project and permanent positions in order to ensure the ongoing success of all types of businesses. We use a streamlined-yet-thorough approach to staffing that saves our clients administrative time, resources and money.