Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant/Payroll Clerk to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Lawndale, California. This role is ideal for someone with experience in payroll processing, general accounting, and clerical tasks who thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for accuracy and organization, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations. • Assist with general accounting tasks, including reconciliations and journal entries. • Maintain accurate financial records and documentation. • Prepare and submit payroll reports to the appropriate departments. • Handle clerical duties such as filing, data entry, and correspondence. • Collaborate with other team members to support accounting operations. • Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries in a timely manner. • Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures during all accounting processes. • Monitor and verify financial transactions to ensure accuracy. • Perform additional tasks as needed to support the accounting and payroll functions. Requirements • Proven experience with full-cycle payroll processing. • Basic understanding of general accounting principles. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Proficiency in data entry and clerical tasks. • Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize workload. • Familiarity with payroll systems and accounting software. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information responsibly. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .