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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

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

Senior Accountant, Revenue

college trackOakland, CA, United States
$101,200.00–$126,500.00 yearly
Full-time

Senior Accountant: Help Us Fuel the Mission!.We are seeking a meticulous and mission-driven Senior Accountant who believes that financial precision is a cornerstone of social impact.At College Trac... Show more

Sr Manager Global Payroll & Time

qualcommOakland, CA, United States
Full-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-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

District Sales Manager - Spirit

spencer sEl Sobrante, CA, United States
$1,352.00–$1,377.00 weekly
Temporary

Spirit Halloween Seasonal Position.Weekly rate ranges from $1,352 - $1,377 per week and is dependent upon qualifications and experience.Benefits include: California Paid Sick Pay, Repeat DSM Bonus ... Show more

Payroll Clerk

trade jobs workforce94145 San Francisco, CA, US
Full-time

Payroll Clerk Job Duties: Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data.Updates payroll records by entering changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductio... Show more

Operations Specialist

aveanna healthcareOakland, CA
$23.00–$25.00 hourly
Full-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

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

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

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

SUPERVISORY FACILITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

us department warAlameda, CA, United States
Full-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

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

Staff Software Engineer - Payroll Processing

ripplingSan Francisco, California, United States, 94104
$180,000.00–$315,000.00 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

Payroll Clerk

trade jobs work force94707 Berkeley, CA, US
Full-time

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

Director of People

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

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 providing ... Show more

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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

Accountant

castlerock consultingOakland, CA, US
$35.00–$50.00 hourly
Full-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 accou... 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.