Description Join Our Team as a Bookkeeper! We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to become an integral part of our team in Oakland, California. This is a contract-to-permanent opportunity that offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a small business environment. If you excel at managing financial records, thrive in fast-paced settings, and are keen to take on both bookkeeping and operational tasks, this role might be the perfect fit for you! Work Schedule & Onsite Location This is a fully onsite role at our Oakland, CA location, providing a hands-on approach to bookkeeping tied to daily business operations. The position follows a Monday-Friday schedule, making it ideal for professionals seeking stability, structure, and collaboration. Remote applicants will not be considered for this role. What You’ll Do As the Bookkeeper, your meticulous financial expertise and organizational skills will play a key part in supporting daily business functions. Responsibilities include: + Preparing and organizing financial data to ensure smooth collaboration with an offsite bookkeeping and accounting team. + Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring that transactions are timely, accurate, and aligned with company procedures. + Reconciling invoices and verifying payroll and vendor payments for accuracy. + Tracking and balancing cash and credit transactions while implementing streamlined daily close-out processes. + Assisting with inventory control and handling operational tasks to support broader business objectives. + Maintaining office procedures and continuously enhancing day-to-day efficiency. + Coordinating and overseeing vendor services, including scheduling necessary maintenance and repairs. + Collaborating effectively with team members to promote seamless communication and workflow across departments. + Providing essential administrative support and ensuring the business runs smoothly during daily operations. Requirements What You’ll Bring We are looking for the right combination of technical skills, drive, and passion to succeed in this impactful role: + Extensive bookkeeping experience in a professional setting, ideally in a small business environment. + Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to find discrepancies and resolve reconciliation challenges efficiently. + Strong skills in managing accounts payable, receivable, and balancing transactions. + Ability to maintain organized workflows and adjust priorities to meet deadlines and operational needs. + Collaborative mindset, willing to work closely with cross-functional team members. + Adept at using financial software tools and inventory systems. 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. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 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) .