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8 results for Staff Accountant in Isla Vista, CA

Staff Accountant

Santa Maria, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team in Santa Maria, California. This is a long-term contract position offering an excellent opportunity for growth and development in a collaborative environment. The role requires a strong foundation in accounting principles, proficiency in QuickBooks, and a proactive attitude to support various financial functions. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable processes, including vendor invoices, payments, and reconciliations. • Handle accounts receivable tasks such as posting payments and tracking outstanding balances. • Perform bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial records. • Assist with month-end closing activities, including journal entries and reporting. • Maintain accurate bookkeeping records and ensure compliance with accounting standards. • Process family entity invoices and payments using QuickBooks. • Collaborate with team members to share responsibilities and ensure workflow efficiency. • Support interim accounting needs and provide assistance during internal transitions. • Utilize Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting tasks. • Participate in in-person or virtual team meetings to discuss and resolve accounting-related matters.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Santa Barbara, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
78000 - 93000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Santa Barbara, California. In this role, you will support core accounting operations by helping ensure timely financial reporting, accurate reconciliations, and dependable payroll and general ledger activities. This position works closely with internal teams and leadership to maintain strong financial records, assist with budgeting and audit preparation, and contribute to special projects as needed. Responsibilities: • Lead key month-end accounting activities, including posting journal entries, completing bank and balance sheet reconciliations, and helping produce financial reports for distribution. • Maintain supporting schedules, subsidiary records, and accounting data files to ensure the general ledger remains accurate and well organized. • Partner with the Controller to prepare for annual external audits by gathering documentation, organizing schedules, and responding to audit-related requests. • Contribute to the development of annual operating and capital budgets by compiling financial data and assisting with analysis. • Process payroll and support related payroll administration tasks with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. • Keep accounting procedures and documentation current, accessible, and organized to support compliance and operational consistency. • Research accounting questions, evaluate applicable guidance, and recommend practical solutions to address reporting or process issues. • Communicate with departments, vendors, and external contacts to verify information, resolve discrepancies, and keep accounting workflows moving efficiently. • Provide backup support for accounts payable and other finance-related activities while assisting with reporting requests and special assignments. • Apply relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements to assigned work, including considerations connected to home health and hospice service operations where applicable.
2026-04-20T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Santa Maria, CA
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Temporary to Hire
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team in Santa Maria, California. This is a contract to permanent position, offering the opportunity to grow within the role while contributing to the financial health of the organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting skills, with experience in the construction industry. The candidate must also excel in managing contract billing, general ledger activities, and financial reporting. Responsibilities:• Manage journal entries and maintain the general ledger to ensure accurate financial records.• Oversee accounts receivable processes, including billing and collections.• Utilize QuickBooks Online for accounting tasks and financial management.• Conduct contract audits to verify compliance and accuracy.• Handle sales tax reporting and ensure compliance with local and state regulations.• Process bank deposits and reconcile accounts to ensure financial accuracy.• Generate detailed financial reports and assist in budget preparation.• Collaborate with team members to improve accounting workflows and procedures
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Oxnard, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team in Oxnard, California. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close activities, and strengthening cash management practices. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound analytical ability, and a collaborative approach to working across finance and business partners. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end and periodic close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing financial data, and completing account reconciliations. • Perform detailed reconciliations across general ledger and bank accounts to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Contribute to internal and external audit activities by preparing documentation and helping ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. • Analyze financial information using Excel and company systems to produce meaningful reports and support decision-making. • Track daily cash activity and liquidity levels to help maintain effective oversight of available funds. • Develop cash flow projections and related reporting to support short-term and long-term financial planning. • Execute treasury-related transactions, including wire activity and other routine financial movements, with accuracy and timeliness. • Maintain organized, current financial records and coordinate with internal teams and banking partners to improve cash management processes. • Provide backup support to the Finance Manager and assist with additional accounting and finance responsibilities as needed.
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join a team in Santa Barbara, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations while helping maintain accurate financial records across project and corporate activities. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in payables, receivables, reconciliations, and ledger maintenance, along with the ability to work confidently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage project-related accounting activities, including tracking financial transactions and maintaining accurate records for ongoing work. • Process vendor invoices and payment activity while ensuring accounts payable entries are complete, timely, and properly documented. • Oversee billing and cash application tasks by maintaining accounts receivable records and following up on outstanding balances as needed. • Prepare and post journal entries to support monthly accounting activity and maintain the accuracy of the general ledger. • Perform bank and account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve variances, and support reliable financial reporting. • Utilize QuickBooks Desktop and spreadsheet tools to organize financial data, analyze account activity, and improve reporting accuracy. • Assist with payroll-related accounting support, including coordination of automated payroll information and related recordkeeping. • Contribute to ongoing accounting process improvements and support additional financial administration tasks as business needs evolve.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary to Hire
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support a busy corporate accounting environment in Santa Barbara, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys working across a broad range of financial activities, from transaction processing to record accuracy and reporting support. The person in this role will partner closely with the accounting team to help maintain organized financial operations and contribute to timely, accurate results. Responsibilities: • Provide day-to-day administrative and accounting support to help keep financial operations running smoothly. • Update, review, and reconcile financial information across multiple recordkeeping systems and databases. • Perform frequent reconciliations for numerous bank accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure accuracy. • Support quarterly and annual close activities by preparing documentation and assisting with required financial reporting. • Process semi-monthly payroll for multiple entities through a payroll platform, confirm report accuracy, and maintain complete payroll records. • Prepare workers’ compensation documentation and review policy details to verify correct reporting and coverage information. • Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, including transaction tracking and follow-up as needed. • Contribute to additional accounting assignments and special projects based on team priorities.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Public

Santa Barbara, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a tax specialist to join a public accounting team in Santa Barbara, California. This position focuses on preparing a variety of tax returns, supporting accounting activities, and helping maintain accurate financial records for a diverse client base. The role offers the opportunity to work with businesses and high-net-worth individuals in a collaborative environment that values precision, client service, and continued career development. Responsibilities: • Prepare federal and related tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness. • Examine client financial records and supporting documentation to identify missing information, resolve discrepancies, and support complete filings. • Assist with accounting activities, including posting and refining journal entries as part of the month-end and year-end process. • Use accounting and tax software such as QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, Sage, and CCH products to manage financial data and return preparation. • Organize and maintain detailed workpapers that support tax positions and facilitate internal review procedures. • Communicate with clients as needed to gather documents, clarify financial details, and follow up on outstanding items. • Monitor tax work for compliance with current regulations and firm standards across multiple return types.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager - Public

Santa Ynez, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to lead a broad range of tax engagements in California. This position is suited for someone who is detail oriented and can balance technical accuracy with practical guidance while supporting clients and internal teams across complex tax matters. The role offers the opportunity to shape tax planning efforts, oversee compliance activities, and contribute to the continued development of the tax practice. Responsibilities: • Oversee the preparation and final review of federal, state, and local tax filings to ensure complete, timely, and accurate submission. • Design and recommend tax strategies that improve overall efficiency and help reduce exposure across a variety of client situations. • Monitor updates to tax legislation, evaluate how new rules affect client entities, and document findings through clear technical analysis. • Lead responses to tax examinations and agency inquiries by coordinating information, managing timelines, and working with outside parties as needed. • Guide and develop entry level tax specialists and operational staff through coaching, workflow support, and ongoing knowledge sharing. • Maintain organized tax records and produce reporting materials that help leadership track issues, risks, and planning opportunities. • Manage tax engagements involving individual, corporate, partnership, fiduciary, exempt, and sales tax matters across diverse client needs.
2026-05-11T00:00:00Z