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Accounting Specialist

direct counselOakland, CA, United States
$43.94 hourly
Full-time

Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to support a dynamic and fast-paced professional services environment.This role partners closely with firm leadership and the accounti... Show more

Finance Manager

magratheaOakland, CA, United States
$120,000.00 yearly
Full-time

Based in Oakland, California, Magrathea is a global category leader in critical mineral production technology.Our mission is to rebuild the magnesium metal supply base, delivering secure access to ... Show more

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

am advisorsOakland, California, United States
Full-time

We are looking for a highly-analytical certified public accountant (CPA) to join our talented team at AM Advisors.To accomplish your goal of successfully managing our company's tax and financial pr... Show more

Payroll Clerk

TradeJobsWorkforce94706 Albany, CA, US
Full-time

Payroll Clerk Job Duties: Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculatin... Show more

 • Promoted

Sr. Accountant II

grocery outlet holdingEmeryville, CA, United States
Full-time

The Senior Accountant II will play a key role in the monthly, quarterly, and year-end General Ledger closing and financial reporting processes.The ideal candidate will have a solid finance/accounti... Show more

People Leader

atomic machinesEmeryville, CA, United States
$215,000.00–$280,000.00 yearly
Full-time

Emeryville Atomic Machines is ushering in a new era of micromanufacturing with its Matter Compiler technology platform.This platform enables new classes of micromachines to be designed and built by... Show more

Accountant

castlerockOakland, CA, United States
$35.00–$50.00 hourly
Full-time

Nonprofit Accountant Opportunity.If you are experienced in non-profit accounting and looking for the perfect blend of stable work and flexible hours, this is the job for you! Shining Star Consultin... Show more

Care Experience Coordinator - Staffing Coordinator

aveanna healthcareAlameda, CA, United States
Full-time

Aveanna Healthcare is growing!!.We are seeking a Staffing Coordinator/ Care Experience Coordinator to join our dynamic team in Alameda, CA.Health, Dental, Vision Insurance.Savings Plan with Employe... Show more

Payroll Manager (UKG Specialty)

safe passagesOakland, CA, United States
$80,000.00 yearly
Full-time

Payroll Manager (UKG Specialty).Full Time In-Person | Oakland, CA.Mission: Safe Passages disrupts the cycle of poverty by engaging youth and families to build and drive a continuum of services tha... Show more

Senior Software Engineer, Backend - Fintech Platform

ripplingSan Francisco, California, United States, 94104
$168,000.00–$280,000.00 yearly
Full-time
Quick Apply

Rippling gives businesses one place to run HR, IT, and Finance.It brings together all of the workforce systems that are normally scattered across a company, like payroll, expenses, benefits, and co... Show more

Accounting Manager

roofstockOakland, CA, United States
$120,000.00–$145,000.00 yearly
Full-time

Oakland, California, United States.As the leading end-to-end investment platform for single-family rental homes (SFR), our mission is to reinvent the rental housing ecosystem for the benefit of all... Show more

Accountant

oakland museum californiaOakland, CA, United States
$36.25 hourly
Full-time

The Accountant works onsite to provide financial management services that include the day-to-day management of vendors, contracts, credit cards, and accounts payable, assist payroll entry, and vari... Show more

People Operations Manager

tyba energyOakland, CA, United States
$160,000.00–$190,000.00 yearly
Full-time

Tyba is a modeling platform for energy companies developing, financing, and operating renewable energy infrastructure.Energy companies rely on technical models daily to make crucial infrastructure ... Show more

Office Manager

silver fern managementAlbany, CA, US
$66,000.00 yearly
Full-time

In this role, you will coordinate all administrative duties, technology and operational procedures, ensuring the workplace operates smoothly and efficiently.Your responsibilities will include sched... Show more

Senior Payroll Accountant

west coast children s clinicOakland, CA, United States
$95,000.00–$105,000.00 yearly
Full-time

WestCoast Children's Clinic, located in Oakland, California, is a non-profit community psychology clinic that provides mental health services to Bay Area children, youth and families.Working at Wes... Show more

Payroll Analyst with RCM

clin dcastAlbany, AL, US
$40.00–$45.00 hourly
Full-time

The ideal candidate will handle payroll processing, validate employee compensation data, ensure timely and accurate payments, and collaborate with finance and HR teams.Process and review payroll da... Show more

Payroll Clerk

TradeJobsWorkForce94707 Berkeley, CA, US
Full-time

Payroll Clerk Job Duties: Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating, an... Show more

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Accounting Manager, Transportation

gpacOakland, CA, United States
Full-time

Long standing transportation company in the area, priding themselves on their robust end to end solutions they offer to their clients, as well as reputation for excellence in the market, is seeking... Show more

Oracle HCM Cloud Consultant

sapsol technologiesOakland, CA, US
Full-time
Quick Apply

Looking for hands-on experienced oracle HCM implementation solution architect with expertise in Core HR, Recruit, Absence Management, OTL, Payroll.Strong Emphasis on Solution design and experience ... Show more

Staffing Coordinator- Interim

vale healthcare centerSan Pablo, CA
Temporary

Responsible for maintaining the employee schedule for the facility in accordance with State, company and facility guidelines to confirm that patient care and staffing needs are appropriately addres... Show more

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Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

direct counselOakland, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Salary
$43.94 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Accounting Specialist

Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to support a dynamic and fast-paced professional services environment. This role partners closely with firm leadership and the accounting team to ensure the accurate and efficient execution of payroll and accounts payable functions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing sensitive information with discretion while maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

  • Process semi-monthly and off-cycle payroll using the firm's HRIS system (e.g., Dayforce), ensuring accuracy in compensation and deductions
  • Review and validate timesheets prior to payroll processing
  • Administer wage garnishments, levies, and other court-ordered payments in compliance with applicable regulations
  • Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and status changes
  • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, including benefit deductions and withholding issues
  • Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and timeliness
  • Prepare and deliver monthly payroll reports to senior leadership
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and maintain strict confidentiality of employee information

Accounts Payable

  • Process daily accounts payable transactions, including vendor invoice review and payment execution
  • Set up and maintain vendor records
  • Review and reconcile employee expense reports and corporate credit card statements in accordance with firm policies
  • Prepare checks and coordinate approvals for vendor payments, including trust-related disbursements
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes with accuracy and timeliness

Additional Responsibilities

  • Maintain organized financial records and documentation
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, HR, and operations teams
  • Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
  • Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in payroll and accounts payable
  • Experience in a law firm or professional services environment strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with accounting and HRIS systems (e.g., Dayforce, SurePoint preferred)
  • Strong understanding of payroll regulations and compliance requirements
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

What We're Looking For

  • A collaborative team player who works effectively across all levels of an organization
  • Highly organized with strong problem-solving capabilities
  • Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high-quality work standards under pressure

The hourly pay range for this position is $43.94 $52.88, depending on experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Direct Counsel is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.