Clerks and Assistants Jobs in Riverside, CA

A Clerk or an Assistant in the accounting industry performs various administrative and financial tasks to support accountants and finance managers. They often manage data entry, prepare and maintain accounting documents, verify the accuracy of invoices and other financial documents, assist in the preparation of financial reports, and reconcile bank statements. They may also provide customer service, assisting clients with their accounting inquiries. Clerks and Assistants in this industry should have strong numerical skills, attention to detail, proficiency in accounting software, an understanding of financial regulations, and excellent organizational and communication skills.

Prior to becoming a Clerk or an Assistant in the accounting industry, individuals might have roles as an Administrative Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Data Entry Clerk, where they gain experience in office administration, data management, and basic accounting procedures. Essential certifications for this role could include a certification in Bookkeeping or Accounting from a recognized professional body, such as the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB) or the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers (NACPB). Some companies may also require knowledge of specific accounting software, therefore certification in programs like QuickBooks or Excel could be beneficial.

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Accounting Technician I - Countywide Candidate Pool

  • Riverside, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 11 hours ago

The County of Riverside is seeking qualified Accounting Technician I. This county-wide recruitment aims to create a Candidate Pool of qualified applicants for the permanent position of Accounting...

Accounting Assistant II - Sheriff's Office

  • Riverside, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 15 hours ago

The County of Riverside's Sheriff's Office seeks to fill multiple Accounting Assistant II positions to support the Banning, Cabazon, Moreno Valley, Murrieta, Riverside city stations. The incumbent...

Accounting Assistant - In Person ONLY - FULL TIME

  • Riverside, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 2 days ago

un Accounting Assistant - In Person ONLY - FULL TIME (Riverside) Microflex Film 4130 Garner Rd compensation: Based on experience employment type: experience level: entry level job title:...

Accounting Specialist (AP/AR)

  • Chino, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chino, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Accounting Specialist (AP/AR) Vaco $26.00 - $28.00 / hr United States, California, Chino Jun 03, 2025 Accounting Specialist (AP/AR) Chino, Ca (Fully Onsite) Direct Hire Payrate: $26/hr.-$28/hr....

Insurance Billing Clerk - Patient Accounting

  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago

The County of Riverside's University Health System - Behavioral Health department is seeking multiple regular Insurance Billing Clerks to join their Patient Accounting team. Under supervision, the...

Accounting Specialist -- REMOTE

  • Beaumont, CA (22 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Beaumont, CA (22 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 5 days ago

About the Employer Mission Vista Academy is a tuition-free, public charter school serving transitional kindergarten through 12th-grade students in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. We take...

Remote Work

About the Employer The Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) is a service agency supporting the county's 23 school districts that serve nearly 430,000 students. RCOE provides administrative...

Accounting Technician - CL2526204

  • Perris, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Perris, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The mission of Val Verde Unified School District is to create a positive environment that produces life-long learners who will become responsible, contributing citizens able to function in a...

Escrow and Trust Accounting Specialist - US Based Remote

  • Riverside, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized **Specialist in Escrow and Trust Accounting** to join our team. This role is responsible for managing daily and monthly reconciliations,...

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Accounting Specialist

  • Perris, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Perris, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 8 days ago

This Accounting Specialist Position Features: No telecommuting. Reconcile invoices and identify discrepancies Create and update expense reports Process reimbursement forms Prepare bank deposits...

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT-Full Time

  • Riverside, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 10 days ago

Timely preparation of journal entries as assigned using checklists and standard journal entries to ensure all activity is properly recorded. 5....

Admissions & Collections Clerk - CHC-Rvrsd Neighborhood

  • Riverside, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 12 days ago

The County of Riverside's University Health System-Community Health Center seeks a regular Admissions & Collection Clerk to join their CHC-Riverside Neighborhood team. Under general supervision,...

Admissions & Collections Clerk - CHC & Clinical Scheduling

  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 12 days ago

The County of Riverside's University Health System-Community Health Center seeks multiple regular Admissions & Collection Clerks to join their CHC-Scheduling and Clinical Scheduling teams. Under...

Accounting Technician II - Countywide Candidate Pool

  • Riverside, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 19 days ago

Location: Riverside, US-CA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Accounting Technician II - Countywide Candidate Pool The County of Riverside is seeking qualified Accounting Technician II. This...

Accounting Clerk

  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Title Position: Accounting Clerk *Hybrid working option after training period. We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Accounting Clerk to join our team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in...

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Salary for Clerks and Assistants Jobs in Riverside, CA

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Highest Education Level

Clerks and Assistantss in Riverside, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.2%
Master's Degree
17.8%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
High School or GED
12.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.3%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Clerks and Assistantss in Riverside, CA
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


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