We are looking for a dedicated Finance Assistant to join our team in Santa Barbara, California. This role focuses on managing accounts payable processes while providing support across various financial functions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This is a long-term contract position offering the opportunity to work with a collaborative team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.<br>• Input and reconcile client cost invoices in QuickBooks, maintaining accurate records in client folders.<br>• Generate client cost reports for mediation, case closures, and other requests in a timely manner.<br>• Manage overhead-related invoices, ensuring proper documentation and processing.<br>• Act as a liaison with vendors to confirm payments, address reimbursements, and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Research and classify unassigned expenses, allocating them appropriately to clients or attorneys.<br>• Reconcile monthly employee insurance statements for providers such as Anthem and Principal.<br>• Administer 401k plan contributions by processing payments through Empower and recording them in QuickBooks.<br>• Collaborate with the Accounting Manager and Bookkeeper to ensure seamless financial operations.<br>• Provide backup support for other financial tasks as needed to accommodate shifting workloads.
