Accounting Clerk, Torrance

Job Description
Job Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join an automotive organization in Torrance, California.
This contract opportunity offers a path to a permanent role and supports daily finance operations through a blend of payables, receivables, and collection activities while helping maintain accurate financial records.
The position is fully onsite during the contract period, with the possibility of a hybrid schedule after permanent conversion.
Responsibilities:
• Handle incoming supplier invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments in a timely manner.
• Generate customer billing, apply incoming payments accurately, and resolve discrepancies in account activity.
• Monitor overdue balances and communicate with customers to support collection efforts and improve payment turnaround.
• Keep accounting files and transaction records organized to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
• Assist with month-end close tasks by preparing reconciliations and supporting financial record validation.
• Use Oracle and related accounting tools to enter transactions, review data, and produce routine reports.
• Provide additional finance support as workload expands following recent business growth and organizational changes.
• Prior experience performing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and collections responsibilities in a detail-focused setting.
• Working knowledge of accounting systems such as Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar enterprise platforms.
• Strong data entry skills with the ability to process invoices and financial information accurately.
• High level of attention to detail and the ability to stay organized while managing multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working onsite in Torrance, California during the contract period.
• Clear communication skills for coordinating with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders.