Accounting Clerk – Temp-to-Hire
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Location: Torrance, CA
Work Style: Onsite, Monday–Friday
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire
Temporary Period: Approximately 3 months
Pay Rate: $25/hour
Position Overview
A well-established international logistics company is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support its Accounting/Administration team in Los Angeles.
This position will handle a variety of accounting duties, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payment processing, bank reconciliation, and month-end closing support. This is a great opportunity for someone with 1–2 years of accounting experience who is looking to grow their career in a stable international business environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Process Accounts Payable invoices and prepare ACH, check, and wire payments
- Monitor Accounts Receivable and follow up on outstanding balances
- Review expense reports and payment requests
- Process bank deposits and monitor incoming wire payments
- Assist with bank and balance sheet account reconciliations
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities
- Prepare accounting reports and distribute them to internal departments
- Assist with audit and tax-related document preparation
- Communicate with branch offices, overseas agents, subsidiaries, and other business partners regarding accounting matters
- Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
- Support accounting system implementation and other special projects
- Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Accounting or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
- Approximately 1–2 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience
- Basic knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organizational and communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Reliable, flexible, and team-oriented
- Experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or transportation is a plus
- Experience with accounting or logistics systems is a plus
Work Environment
- Fully onsite position
- Monday through Friday
- Standard office environment
- Occasional business travel may be required
This position is expected to begin as a temporary assignment for approximately three months, with the possibility of conversion to a direct-hire position based on performance and business needs.