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7 results for Cost Accounting Manager in Santa Barbara, CA

Cost Accountant
  • Ventura, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 38 - 48 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Ventura County, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent opportunity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who brings strong experience in inventory valuation, product costing, and manufacturing finance within a fast-paced environment. The position will play a key part in maintaining accurate cost data, supporting financial analysis, and helping the business make informed operational decisions using ERP systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage product and inventory costing activities, ensuring financial records accurately reflect manufacturing and inventory transactions.</p><p>• Review standard costs and analyze variances to identify trends, operational issues, and opportunities for improved cost control.</p><p>• Partner with accounting and operations teams to support month-end close activities related to inventory, cost of goods sold, and production reporting.</p><p>• Prepare cost analysis and reporting that supports budgeting, forecasting, and business performance reviews.</p><p>• Maintain and validate inventory-related data within ERP and MS Excel to support reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Reconcile inventory balances and investigate discrepancies across systems, production records, and general ledger accounts.</p><p>• Support process improvements involving cost accounting workflows, including system-related updates or reporting enhancements when needed.</p><p>• Use advanced Excel tools to organize financial data, perform analysis, and present findings to stakeholders clearly and accurately.</p>
  • 2026-05-22T00:00:00Z
Construction Accountant
  • Newbury Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Construction Accountant with strong experience in construction accounting, job costing, cost codes, progress billing, and project profitability reporting. This role will support accounting operations by improving QuickBooks Online processes, organizing job costing structures, and ensuring accurate financial reporting across construction projects.</p><p>Responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Review and audit the current QuickBooks Online setup for accuracy, organization, and efficiency</li><li>Clean up and maintain the Chart of Accounts, Products &amp; Services, and job costing structure</li><li>Set up and optimize the integration between Contractor Foreman and QuickBooks Online</li><li>Map cost codes, products, and services between Contractor Foreman and QuickBooks Online to ensure accurate syncing</li><li>Implement and manage progress invoicing based on project estimates and billing schedules</li><li>Track project costs including labor, materials, subcontractors, overhead, and other job-related expenses</li><li>Generate and maintain weekly project profitability reports, including budget vs. actual reporting</li><li>Review job costing data to ensure projects are being tracked correctly and profitably</li><li>Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend process improvements</li><li>Help establish efficient workflows between office operations, project management, and accounting</li><li>Partner with management to provide accurate financial insight into project performance</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Account Manager
  • Ventura, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 21.85 - 25.3 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Account Manager to join our team in Ventura, California in a contract opportunity with the potential for a long-term role. This role is ideal for a customer-focused individual with experience in medical customer service who can manage follow-up activities, resolve account issues, and provide a high standard of support across multiple communication channels. The position requires strong attention to detail, confidence working within healthcare-related systems, and the ability to adapt to changing business needs while maintaining compliance and service excellence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage incoming leads from partner departments, take appropriate follow-up actions, and present relevant product or service solutions to customers.<br>• Investigate customer concerns thoroughly, determine the appropriate resolution, and communicate updates clearly and effectively.<br>• Maintain accurate account documentation by entering and updating required information in designated systems in accordance with compliance standards.<br>• Handle community voicemail and inbound customer inquiries promptly, ensuring each interaction is addressed with care.<br>• Contribute to departmental performance goals by completing assigned tasks efficiently and participating in ongoing training and development.<br>• Build productive working relationships with customers and colleagues to support a collaborative and service-driven environment.<br>• Apply company policies, departmental procedures, and quality expectations consistently in daily work activities.<br>• Remain flexible with scheduling and workload priorities to meet evolving operational demands.<br>• Follow workplace safety standards, housekeeping expectations, and other duties assigned by department leadership.
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager - Public
  • Santa Ynez, CA
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the preparation and final review of federal, state, and local tax filings to ensure complete, timely, and accurate submission.<br>• Design and recommend tax strategies that improve overall efficiency and help reduce exposure across a variety of client situations.<br>• Monitor updates to tax legislation, evaluate how new rules affect client entities, and document findings through clear technical analysis.<br>• Lead responses to tax examinations and agency inquiries by coordinating information, managing timelines, and working with outside parties as needed.<br>• Guide and develop entry level tax specialists and operational staff through coaching, workflow support, and ongoing knowledge sharing.<br>• Maintain organized tax records and produce reporting materials that help leadership track issues, risks, and planning opportunities.<br>• Manage tax engagements involving individual, corporate, partnership, fiduciary, exempt, and sales tax matters across diverse client needs.
  • 2026-05-11T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Camarillo, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 103000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing finance team in Camarillo, California. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the close cycle, and delivering meaningful analysis that helps guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across departments in a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and review accounting entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to maintain complete and accurate financial records.<br>• Take a leading role in monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, ensuring timelines are met and reporting is reliable.<br>• Monitor the general ledger for accuracy and consistency while applying company accounting standards and established policies.<br>• Evaluate financial results, research fluctuations, and communicate clear insights and explanations to leadership.<br>• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and recurring management reports used for operational and strategic review.<br>• Coordinate audit support by organizing schedules, gathering requested documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.<br>• Uphold internal control practices and help ensure compliance with accounting guidelines and applicable regulations.<br>• Partner with teams such as Operations and Payroll to resolve accounting matters and improve financial processes.<br>• Support efficiency initiatives, including process improvements, automation efforts, and other assigned accounting projects.
  • 2026-05-14T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Oxnard, CA
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage month-end and periodic close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing financial data, and completing account reconciliations.<br>• Perform detailed reconciliations across general ledger and bank accounts to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Contribute to internal and external audit activities by preparing documentation and helping ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.<br>• Analyze financial information using Excel and company systems to produce meaningful reports and support decision-making.<br>• Track daily cash activity and liquidity levels to help maintain effective oversight of available funds.<br>• Develop cash flow projections and related reporting to support short-term and long-term financial planning.<br>• Execute treasury-related transactions, including wire activity and other routine financial movements, with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Maintain organized, current financial records and coordinate with internal teams and banking partners to improve cash management processes.<br>• Provide backup support to the Finance Manager and assist with additional accounting and finance responsibilities as needed.
  • 2026-04-24T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide day-to-day administrative and accounting support to help keep financial operations running smoothly.<br>• Update, review, and reconcile financial information across multiple recordkeeping systems and databases.<br>• Perform frequent reconciliations for numerous bank accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure accuracy.<br>• Support quarterly and annual close activities by preparing documentation and assisting with required financial reporting.<br>• Process semi-monthly payroll for multiple entities through a payroll platform, confirm report accuracy, and maintain complete payroll records.<br>• Prepare workers’ compensation documentation and review policy details to verify correct reporting and coverage information.<br>• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, including transaction tracking and follow-up as needed.<br>• Contribute to additional accounting assignments and special projects based on team priorities.
  • 2026-05-22T00:00:00Z