<p><strong>General Accounting & Financial Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Execute month‑end and year‑end close, including preparing and posting journal entries.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts, resolving discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Assist with preparing financial statements and management reports in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Analyze financial data, identify trends, and present insights to leadership.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing required schedules and documentation.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts Receivable Management</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the full AR cycle: invoicing, cash application, and collections.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer accounts and documentation (including resale certificates).</li><li>Set and monitor credit terms and limits based on credit reviews and payment history.</li><li>Review AR aging reports and lead collection efforts on past‑due accounts.</li><li>Communicate with customers professionally via phone and email for collections and issue resolution.</li><li>Investigate billing discrepancies, deductions, and payment issues with sales, customer service, and distribution teams.</li><li>Process and apply daily cash receipts (checks, wires, ACH, credit cards).</li><li>Maintain sales tax tables and ensure proper sales tax application.</li><li>Partner with the Sales Team to support customer experience and optimize cash flow.</li></ul><p><strong>Process Improvement & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and document accounting policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline AR and general accounting processes through automation and technology enhancements.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial and customer records in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Associate attorney opportunity with growing law firm!</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with an established, boutique law practice that is growing rapidly because of a new marketing focus and wants to bring in associates to work these new cases. The firm does a variety of civil litigation and these are opportunities to work on novel issues.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm is located in Westlake Village, California and will consider newly barred candidates as well as associates with up to three years of experience or more. This attorney will be given duties based on experience, but eventually will be given the tools to manage cases from inception through trial. This role is primarily litigation-based but will also involve some transactional work.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Manage cases from inception to trial, ensuring all legal matters are handled efficiently.</li><li>Conduct discovery, including depositions, to gather necessary information for cases.</li><li>Attend court appearances as needed to represent clients.</li><li>Draft and review pleadings and other legal documents.</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel to maintain strong relationships and ensure client satisfaction.</li><li>Handle project-based work, especially for first-year attorneys.</li><li>Utilize case management software and other legal software to manage and track case progress.</li><li>Manage litigation matters, including civil litigation and employment litigation.</li><li>Draft and review contracts as part of transactional work.</li><li>Maintain a focus on client outcomes, ensuring the best possible results for each case.</li><li><strong><u>Billable Hours Req: 1800</u></strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Compensation and Benefits</u></strong></p><ul><li>Salary: $110,000 to $140,000 for 0-3 years of experience.</li><li>Bonuses based on exceeding billable hour requirements. The firm pays bonuses monthly!</li><li>Health insurance with Kaiser, including a cafeteria plan with tax benefits for health insurance if they want to have their dependents on health plan.</li><li>Co-Power vision and dental.</li><li>401K (non-matching) and a separate year-end profit sharing.</li><li>2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Tax Preparer to join a thriving and well-established tax firm in Westlake Village, California. This is a permanent, onsite position offering excellent opportunities for career advancement, including the potential for future partnership. The ideal candidate will bring substantial expertise in tax preparation and demonstrate a commitment to delivering high-quality service to clients.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals and businesses.<br>• Handle a diverse workload, focusing 70% on individual returns and 30% on business returns, including LLCs, S-Corps, and C-Corps.<br>• Manage approximately 700–800 tax returns annually with accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure compliance with tax regulations and timely submissions.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients to address tax-related inquiries and provide guidance.<br>• Utilize ProConnect Tax Online (web-based Lacerte) for tax preparation when applicable.<br>• Maintain a high standard of organization to manage multiple deadlines during peak seasons.<br>• Support the firm's long-term objectives by contributing to ongoing client satisfaction and retention.<br>• Uphold confidentiality and integrity in all client interactions.<br>• Participate in team efforts to streamline processes and improve workflow.
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Tax Staff member to join our dynamic team in Santa Barbara, California. In this role, you will manage a variety of tax-related tasks, including preparing returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts. You will also provide accounting support and collaborate with clients to ensure compliance and high-quality service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts with accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Ensure all tax filings comply with current regulations and laws.<br>• Handle full-cycle accounting tasks, including creating and reviewing adjusting journal entries.<br>• Utilize software such as QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, and Sage to manage client accounts effectively.<br>• Examine client financial records and source documents, identifying and addressing inconsistencies.<br>• Maintain organized and thorough workpapers to support internal review processes.<br>• Provide support for client inquiries and follow up with necessary documentation.<br>• Collaborate with team members to deliver exceptional service to small businesses and high-net-worth clients.<br>• Assist in the implementation and use of tax-related systems, such as CCH ProSystem Fx.<br>• Stay updated on tax laws and industry changes to ensure best practices.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Santa Barbara, California. In this role, you will contribute to the efficient functioning of the Finance Department by handling daily accounting tasks and assisting with special projects as needed. This position requires strong organizational skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in financial processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process cash receipts, ensuring proper coding and batching of funds.<br>• Monitor daily bank account activity and provide specifications for incoming wires to the Donor Relations team.<br>• Enter accounts payable invoices into the financial system with precision.<br>• Prepare journal entries to support accurate financial reporting.<br>• Update fee schedules and allocation pools related to specific funds.<br>• Generate monthly reports, including giving group and budget-to-actual operating expense comparisons.<br>• Reconcile gifts and grants across multiple databases on a monthly basis.<br>• Provide backup support for accounts payable processing and grant disbursement tasks.<br>• Assist with preparing quarterly fund holder statements and maintaining external grant records.<br>• Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
