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Accounting and Office Assistant

Home Preservation Services
Los Altos, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026

About the Role:
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented team member to support our accounting and office operations as an Accounting and Office Assistant. This is a collaborative position that requires excellent time management, strong organizational skills, and a dedication to producing accurate, high-quality work.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review, verify, and process weekly employees expense reports and vendor invoices
  • Enter correct accounting codes in QuickBooks Online Accounts Payable
  • Create Delayed charges in QuickBooks Online Customer billings
  • Scan and upload processed employees expense reports to SharePoint and file them in the AP files
  • File weekly paid vendor invoices in the AP files
  • Reconcile monthly vendor statements and bank credit card statements
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies for all accounts payable transactions
  • Assist the Office Manager with day-to-day administrative tasks, scheduling, and project coordination
  • Monitor office supply inventory, kitchen supplies and place orders as needed
  • Assist with maintaining a clean and safe working environment
  • Assist with company celebration and team building events
  • Make coffee and stock kitchen snacks daily
  • Other ad-hoc projects as needed

 

 

What We’re Looking For:

  • Associate degree in accounting, business, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
  • 1-2 years of experience in an accounting, or office support role
  • Solid understanding of accounts payable and employee expense report processing
  • Experience with QuickBooks Online preferred
  • Ability to enter data accurately while following established accounting procedures
  • Strong attention to details and ability to review and audit one’s own work
  • Familiarity with scanning, filing, and document management (SharePoint experience is a plus)
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet weekly and monthly deadlines
  • Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills
  • Dependable, professional, and able to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Willingness to assist with general office duties and team support tasks as needed
  • Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Salary : $24 - $29

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