Job Summary
We are seeking a part-time Accounting Clerk for a temporary opportunity in San Francisco, CA within the architectural and design services industry. This role will support the Controller during a software conversion and is ideal for an accounting or finance professional with 1 to 3 years of experience who enjoys accurate billing support, organized recordkeeping, and hands-on accounting operations.
This Accounting Clerk position offers a positive, team-oriented work environment with supportive leadership and training on internal systems, including Deltek Vision. The schedule is flexible within part-time hours, making it a strong opportunity for someone looking to build practical accounting experience while contributing to a professional services team that values accuracy, responsiveness, and collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Support billing activities, including invoice preparation, data entry, payment tracking, and related documentation.
- Assist with accounts payable tasks, including vendor invoice processing, coding support, and record maintenance.
- Maintain accurate accounting files, transaction records, receipts, and supporting financial documentation.
- Help reconcile basic financial information, research discrepancies, and escalate issues to the Controller as needed.
- Support month-end preparation by organizing reports, invoices, and accounting records.
- Communicate professionally with internal teams and vendors regarding routine billing, payment, and documentation questions.
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay rate: $25.00 to $26.00 per hour.
- Job type: Part-time, temporary.
- Schedule: 16 to 20 hours per week, with flexibility on schedule.
- Work arrangement: 100% on site in San Francisco, CA.
- Assignment length: A few months during a software conversion.
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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
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Required Qualifications and Skills
- Support day-to-day accounting operations, including data entry, invoice processing, and financial record maintenance.
- Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and basic reconciliation tasks.
- Organize accounting documentation and support month-end reporting preparation.
- Communicate with internal teams and vendors to help resolve routine billing or payment questions.
- 1 to 2 years of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related clerical experience.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when entering and reviewing financial information.
- Basic understanding of accounting processes, including invoices, payments, reconciliations, and recordkeeping.
- Proficiency with common office software, including spreadsheets, email, and document management tools.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage routine deadlines and maintain clear records.
- Professional communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in architectural, design, professional services, or project-based business environments.
- Familiarity with accounting software or ERP systems.
- Basic knowledge of project billing, vendor invoices, or expense documentation.
- Coursework, certificate, or degree progress in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.