Accounting Assistant

Title: Accounting Assistant

Employment Type: Part Time Contract

Location: San Rafael, CA ( on-site)

Hourly Rate: $32.00

Duration: 3 months

Working hours: 20-30 hours a week

Start Date: May 1, 2026

Responsibilities

• Review employee timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to payroll processing.
• Process bi-weekly payroll in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local wage and hour requirements.
• Provide administrative support for HR benefits, including employee inquiries, documentation, and benefits-related recordkeeping.
• Assist with annual benefits open enrollment, including coordination, tracking, and communication support.
• Perform weekly accounts payable functions, including invoice review, check processing, and payment tracking.
• Assist with processing direct provider payments through separate database.
• Assist with financial reporting, reconciliations, and general support tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling payroll, financial, and employee information.
• Perform other functions related to program and agency operations as requested.

Qualifications

• AA Degree in accounting, finance, or business preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Strong proficiency in Excel, SAGE 300
• Experience working with non-profits
• Experience and understanding cost allocation and recording of journal entries for accrued year end payroll
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.