Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounting AssociateSonoma, CA | Onsite | Full-Time | Hourly (Non-Exempt)Pay: $25–$30/hourStart Date: February 6, 2026Assignment Length: 1 month (potential to long term)Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM start, 30-minute lunchWork Location: In-officeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Associate to support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, and General Accounting functions. This role partners closely with internal departments, customers, vendors, financial institutions, and external partners to ensure accurate financial processing, reconciliation, and reporting.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts Receivable & BillingManage all Accounts Receivable (A/R) functions, including reconciliationsApply cash receipts and process intercompany billingsCoordinate internal and external billing activitiesProcess customer credit memosMaintain customer master filesTrack and report Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)Recommend customer account holds when appropriateCalculate reserves for customer complaints and bad debt in accordance with GAAPPrepare month-end journal entries related to A/R and salesMaintain sales tax documentation and exemption certificatesAccounts PayableProcess Accounts Payable (A/P) transactions and maintain vendor documentationVoucher invoices, code expenses, process expense reports, and run checksReconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepanciesTrack and report Days Payable Outstanding (DPO)Prepare 1099 tax documentationGeneral Accounting & Office SupportReconcile General Ledger accounts to related sub-ledgersParticipate in internal, external, and tax auditsHandle petty cash and perform reconciliationsPost and manage incoming mailMonitor and maintain office systems (phone, voicemail, badge access)QualificationsAssociate’s degree in Business with an emphasis in Accounting3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environmentExperience with automated A/P and A/R systemsStrong understanding of General Ledger reconciliationKnowledge of credit, collections, and sales/use tax regulationsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)Experience with JD Edwards and AS400 is a plusStrong math, analytical, and decision-making skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHighly detail-oriented, organized, and deadline-drivenHonest, reliable, responsible, and team-orientedSelf-starter with the ability to meet productivity, quality, and timeliness goalsWillingness to work overtime as business needs requireWork Environment & Physical RequirementsPrimarily seated office environment with occasional standing or walkingAbility to lift up to 15 lbsFrequent grasping and fine motor skillsNormal hearing and vision requiredOccasional exposure to mechanical, electrical, or chemical hazardsStrong commitment to workplace safetyEqual Opportunity EmployerBalance Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Salary : $25 - $30