About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is seeking an Entry Level Accountant to join their finance team in Alameda Pt, CA. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent accounting graduate or early-career accountant to gain hands-on experience in accounts payable/receivable, general ledger maintenance, month-end close, and reconciliations in a fast-paced IT environment.

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What You’ll Do

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing
• Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger records
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Reconcile bank statements and account balances
• Review financial data for accuracy and completeness
• Help maintain accounting controls and compliance with company procedures
• Provide payroll-related accounting support as needed
• Generate standard and ad-hoc financial reports and support special projects
• Work collaboratively with the finance team and cross-functional partners

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What We’re Looking For (Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Internship or entry-level accounting experience, or relevant coursework
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables a plus)
• Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Oracle NetSuite, SAP, or Microsoft D365) is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Authorized to work in the United States

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Prior experience in accounts payable/accounts receivable or general ledger support
• Familiarity with month-end close routines and bank reconciliations
• Exposure to payroll accounting entries and controls
• Internship or part-time role in an IT or technology-focused company

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay: $68,787 per year (estimated)
• Contract role with benefits available to eligible contract/temporary professionals, which may include medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and access to a 401(k) plan where applicable
• Professional development resources and online training opportunities

(Note: salary shown is the estimate provided by the source posting. Exact compensation and benefits will be confirmed by Confidential Client during the hiring process.)

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Why Apply via Careertakes

• You’ll be represented by a third-party recruiting platform using best practices from specialized recruiters
• Access to additional matched opportunities across finance and accounting roles
• Confidential Client manages final hiring decisions; Careertakes supports candidate matching and screening

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.