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Accounting Specialist

Direct CounselOakland, CA, United States
$43.94 hourly$43.94 hourly
Full-timeFull-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$120,000.00 yearly
Full-timeFull-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-timeFull-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-timeFull-time

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

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Human Resources and Payroll Specialist

Oakland Museum of CaliforniaOakland, CA, United States
$40.48 hourly$40.48 hourly
Full-timeFull-time

Human Resource And Payroll Specialist.The Human Resource and Payroll Specialist supports OMCA's Human Resources function with general human resources and payroll administrative duties, to include b... Show more

Sr Manager Global Payroll & Time

QualcommOakland, CA, United States
Full-timeFull-time

Job Title: Leader Of Global Payroll.The Leader of Global Payroll provides leadership for global compliance for payroll and time, payroll and time transformation, vendor governance, employee experie... Show more

Sr. Accountant II

Grocery Outlet HoldingEmeryville, CA, United States
Full-timeFull-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

Director of Finance

Roots Community HealthOakland, CA, United States
Full-timeFull-time

The Director of Finance serves as a key financial leader at Roots Community Health, overseeing all fiscal operations, grant/contract accounting, payroll processing, reporting compliance, and financ... Show more

Operations Specialist

Aveanna HealthcareOakland, CA
$23.00–$25.00 hourly$23.00–$25.00 hourly
Full-timeFull-time

The Operations Specialist is responsible for providing top level customer service to internal and external clients as it relates to branch location’s clinical operational support activities.HR, plu... Show more

Accounting Manager, Transportation

GpacOakland, California, United States
Full-timeFull-time

Long standing transportation company in the area, priding thenselves 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

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Staffing Coordinator- Interim

Vale Healthcare CenterSan Pablo, California
TemporaryTemporary
Quick Apply

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

Payroll Specialist

Skyline ConstructionBay Area, California
$42.12–$50.59 hourly$42.12–$50.59 hourly
Full-timeFull-time

Skyline is Building Better Together.Come join us at Skyline Construction, a leader in commercial interior construction founded in 1996.Today, Skyline operates multiple offices located throughout Ca... Show more

Business Sales Consultant, HCM

DistroOakland, California, United States, 94601
Full-timeFull-time

Business Sales Consultant, HCM.About Vensure Employer Solutions.Vensure Employer Solutions provides HR technology, human capital management (HCM), payroll, benefits administration, managed services... Show more

Office Manager

Silver Fern Management LLCAlbany, CA, US
$66,000.00 yearly$66,000.00 yearly
Full-timeFull-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

SUPERVISORY FACILITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

US Department of WarAlameda, CA, United States
Full-timeFull-time

Facilities Management Director.You will direct, control and coordinate assigned operations within the Facilities Management Department by the utilization of broad knowledge of facilities management... Show more

Senior Payroll Accountant

WestCoast Children's ClinicOakland, CA, United States
$95,000.00–$105,000.00 yearly$95,000.00–$105,000.00 yearly
Full-timeFull-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

Staff Software Engineer - Payroll Processing

RipplingSan Francisco, California, United States, 94104
$180,000.00–$315,000.00 yearly$180,000.00–$315,000.00 yearly
Full-timeFull-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

Payroll Clerk

TradeJobsWorkForce94707 Berkeley, CA, US
Full-timeFull-time

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

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Oracle HCM Cloud Consultant

Sapsol Technologies IncOakland, CA, US
Full-timeFull-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

Accountant

Castlerock ConsultingOakland, CA, US
$35.00–$50.00 hourly$35.00–$50.00 hourly
Full-timeFull-time
Quick Apply

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 Consulting is seeking an accountant with a... 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.