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9 results for Accounting Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA

Accountant

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Santa Barbara, California. This opportunity is ideal for an organized individual who can manage day-to-day financial activities with accuracy while helping maintain timely and reliable reporting. The role will contribute across payables, receivables, and general ledger functions in a fast-paced environment that values organization, consistency, and sound financial controls. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and coordinate timely payment activities to maintain accurate accounts payable records.• Prepare customer billing, record incoming payments, and resolve routine discrepancies to support efficient accounts receivable operations.• Post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy to ensure financial transactions are properly recorded.• Perform bank reconciliations on a regular basis, investigate variances, and clear outstanding items in a timely manner.• Assist with month-end accounting tasks by reviewing balances, organizing supporting schedules, and helping close financial records accurately.• Monitor account activity, identify inconsistencies, and work with internal stakeholders to correct posting issues when needed.• Maintain organized financial documentation and uphold accounting procedures that support audit readiness and compliance.• Contribute to process-related accounting updates or operational changes as assigned, including tasks tied to financial workflow adjustments.
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a team in California on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone who can manage payroll operations accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment supporting a large employee population. The right candidate will bring strong knowledge of multi-state payroll practices, payroll compliance, and payroll systems while delivering dependable service to employees and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Handle multi-state payroll activities while applying applicable wage and hour rules, tax requirements, and payroll regulations. • Review employee time records for completeness and accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and validate approvals before each payroll cycle. • Manage bi-monthly payroll schedules and maintain payroll data within systems such as ADP Workforce Now and Paylocity. • Calculate earnings, deductions, garnishments, taxes, and other payroll adjustments in accordance with company policy and legal requirements. • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal partners, providing clear guidance on pay, deductions, and timekeeping matters. • Maintain payroll records and support audits, reporting needs, and reconciliations with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Ventura, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead financial operations supporting affordable housing development and nonprofit corporate accounting in Ventura, California. This role will guide day-to-day accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and help ensure compliance with funding, lending, and organizational requirements. The position works closely with internal teams to support development projects, construction-related transactions, and broader corporate financial oversight. Responsibilities: • Lead and mentor accounting team members responsible for development and corporate finance activities, providing direction, coaching, and review of day-to-day work. • Manage accounting across affordable housing projects and organizational operations, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and reported in a timely manner. • Monitor project cost records, funding allocations, and budget activity to maintain clear financial visibility across active development initiatives. • Oversee construction-related accounting functions, including payment processing, receivables, draw documentation, and lender billing support. • Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including reconciliations, journal entry review, and preparation of financial statements. • Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts while producing analysis on financial performance, budget variances, and operational trends. • Administer accounting for grants, loans, and restricted funding sources, ensuring documentation and reporting meet agency, lender, and partner expectations. • Coordinate audit support, tax-related schedules, information reporting, and compliance reviews while reinforcing internal controls and process improvements. • Provide operational support for cash management, forecasting, payroll coordination, and treasury-related tasks as business needs require. • Serve as backup coverage for other accounting leadership responsibilities and contribute to special projects or assigned initiatives.
2026-07-27T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a construction-focused organization in Santa Barbara, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position supports day-to-day financial operations and helps maintain accurate records across payables, receivables, payroll coordination, and closing activities. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple accounting priorities, and using financial systems and spreadsheets to keep reporting current and organized. Responsibilities: • Manage daily bookkeeping activities, including recording financial transactions and maintaining organized accounting records. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure timely payments, billing, and cash flow tracking. • Support payroll administration or coordinate with an outside payroll provider to help ensure accurate employee compensation processing. • Perform bank and account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and maintain reliable financial data. • Prepare and update budgets and assist with ongoing financial reporting for business operations. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close procedures by compiling records, reviewing balances, and helping finalize reports. • Maintain subcontractor documentation such as insurance certificates, W-9 forms, and other compliance-related records. • Use accounting software and Excel to track financial activity and support reporting needs for construction projects and company operations.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper/ Office Manager to support day-to-day financial operations for a Contract to Permanent position based in Santa Barbara, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage core accounting activities with accuracy, maintain organized records, and contribute to smooth office and administrative workflows. The successful candidate will oversee essential bookkeeping functions, help keep accounts current, and ensure financial information is recorded and reconciled properly. Responsibilities:• Maintain accurate financial records by processing routine bookkeeping transactions and updating accounting data in a timely manner.• Manage incoming invoices and payment schedules, ensuring accounts payable activities are completed correctly and on time.• Track customer billing and incoming payments while following up on outstanding balances to support healthy accounts receivable practices.• Reconcile bank statements against internal records, investigate discrepancies, and resolve variances promptly.• Use QuickBooks to record transactions, organize financial documentation, and produce reliable account information.• Support general office and administrative activities that contribute to efficient daily operations.• Assist with collection efforts by communicating on overdue accounts and helping monitor payment status.• Help maintain orderly operational processes by coordinating financial and administrative tasks across routine business functions.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Moorpark, CA
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Temporary to Hire
24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a team in Moorpark, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience in billing, cash application, and commercial collections who can keep receivables organized and accurate. The selected candidate will support day-to-day revenue cycle activities, address account issues promptly, and provide reliable reporting to help maintain healthy customer accounts. Responsibilities: • Create and send customer invoices each day, ensuring billing details are complete, accurate, and delivered on time. • Apply incoming payments by properly recording cash, check, and credit card transactions in the accounting system. • Review accounts receivable records regularly and match transactions to confirm balances are correct and fully documented. • Investigate billing questions and work directly with customers to resolve payment discrepancies in a timely manner. • Produce recurring aging summaries and other receivables reports for leadership on a weekly and monthly basis. • Maintain customer account documentation and update records to support accurate billing and collection activity. • Evaluate new customer account information to help assess creditworthiness and reduce potential payment risk. • Support commercial collection efforts by following up on outstanding balances and encouraging timely payment. • Use Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics to manage receivables activity, payment posting, and account tracking efficiently.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Ventura, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing-focused finance team in Ventura, California. This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who can interpret cost data, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide practical recommendations that support business decisions. The position will play a key part in monitoring product costs, explaining financial performance, and collaborating with operational leaders to improve visibility into manufacturing results. NetSuite or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred. Responsibilities: • Analyze material, labor, and overhead activity within the standard costing framework and investigate cost variances to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions. • Prepare recurring monthly financial reports, highlight notable performance patterns, and translate findings into meaningful insights for leadership. • Develop thorough month-end reviews of manufacturing variances and cost of goods sold to support accurate financial reporting. • Maintain and revise product cost data for new items as well as existing inventory to ensure costing reflects current production realities. • Assist with external audit activities by organizing required documentation, responding to inquiries, and helping maintain compliance with reporting standards. • Work closely with finance, operations, and leadership teams on special analyses, budgeting support, and broader business initiatives. • Use systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Navision, and advanced Excel tools to manage data, reporting, and cost analysis processes.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Sr Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting Analyst

Goleta, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting Analyst to support financial reporting, technical accounting, and compliance activities for a global organization in Goleta, California. This role partners with accounting, finance, and audit stakeholders to evaluate accounting matters, strengthen reporting quality, and help maintain compliance with U.S. regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, clear communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Research emerging accounting guidance and assess how new or complex transactions may affect financial reporting and compliance obligations.• Develop clear technical accounting analyses and supporting documentation for areas such as equity awards, lease accounting, hedging activity, segment disclosures, and asset valuation matters.• Coordinate periodic external reporting deliverables, including major regulatory filings, earnings-related disclosures, and supporting schedules tied to reporting deadlines.• Prepare and review core financial statement components and related footnote content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with applicable reporting standards.• Execute key reporting and SOX-related controls, including disclosure reviews, reconciliations, certifications, and tie-out procedures.• Analyze financial statement fluctuations and recommend improvements to accounting treatment, presentation, or disclosure where needed.• Partner with internal and external auditors by organizing requested support, responding to inquiries, and facilitating testing activities.• Maintain accounting policies and contribute to process improvements through reporting tools and documentation enhancements, including user support and training when appropriate.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst/Manager

Santa Ynez, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst/Manager to support financial planning, performance analysis, and investment oversight for a dynamic organization in Buellton, California. This role combines strategic finance, treasury visibility, and operational insight to help leadership make informed decisions across a diverse portfolio. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, experience building clear reporting for stakeholders, and the ability to translate financial results into practical business recommendations. Responsibilities: • Direct cash position oversight by assessing liquidity, forecasting funding needs, and identifying appropriate use of excess capital. • Analyze financial and operating results across portfolio businesses to surface key trends, performance gaps, risk factors, and growth opportunities. • Partner with leadership on annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and longer-range planning initiatives that support business objectives. • Create and maintain KPI reporting, dashboards, and standardized management packages for executives, internal teams, and investors. • Perform benchmarking, scenario analysis, and valuation-oriented modeling to evaluate current operations and potential acquisition opportunities. • Review investment activity and fund data, then prepare periodic performance summaries and materials for internal and committee-level discussions. • Monitor treasury accounts and investment transactions, including activity related to marketable securities, mutual funds, and real estate holdings managed by external partners. • Assess contractual financial terms and contribute analytical support for strategic projects such as acquisitions, working capital improvement, and portfolio readiness initiatives. • Deliver real estate finance analysis, including asset-level performance reporting, and provide support on additional high-priority assignments as needed.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z