Accounting Assistant

Job Summary

A rapidly growing manufacturing organization in San Clemente, CA is seeking an Accounting Assistant for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This is an excellent role for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys variety, teamwork, and supporting multiple areas of the business.

The Accounting Assistant will work closely with the CFO and Controller while assisting with accounts payable, billing, invoicing, documentation, purchase orders, inventory tracking, and administrative accounting support. The company has been in business for more than 20 years and is expanding after a recent acquisition, creating a fast-moving environment with opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow.

This is a great fit for someone who is reliable, organized, personable, and comfortable wearing many hats. Candidates who enjoy supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and a role where no two days are exactly the same will thrive in this position.

Key Responsibilities

- Support accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, documentation, and vendor-related follow-up.
- Assist the CFO and Controller with accounting, administrative, and operational finance support.
- Prepare and maintain billing, invoicing, customs, freight, and compliance-related paperwork.
- Create purchase orders, update spreadsheets, track documentation, and help keep accounting records organized.
- Communicate with internal teams, customers, and vendors as needed to resolve questions and support daily workflow.
- Assist with logistics-related tasks, international documentation, and possible inventory tracking.

Compensation and Benefits

- Salary range: $52,000 to $66,000 per year.
- Temp-to-hire opportunity.

This company offers growth and a great group of people to work with.