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4 results for Entry Level Accountant Financial Services in Santa Barbara, CA

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.
  • 2026-07-23T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Buellton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Santa Ynez, California. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. If you are skilled in handling invoicing, inventory reconciliation, and general ledger functions, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure accurate and timely transactions.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries and maintain the general ledger for financial accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct bank reconciliations to verify account balances and transactions.</p><p>• Process payroll for a workforce of under 50 employees, ensuring compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Oversee high-volume invoicing and verify accuracy in billing procedures.</p><p>• Perform inventory reconciliations to monitor and maintain accurate stock records.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Business Central and QuickBooks Online for accounting operations.</p><p>• Generate financial reports and analyze data to assist in decision-making.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to streamline and improve financial processes.</p>
  • 2026-07-21T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a Contract Part-Time position based in Santa Barbara, California. This role focuses on maintaining accurate invoice records, preparing timely payments, and helping ensure vendor obligations are handled efficiently. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable working with high-volume financial data in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review incoming invoices, assign the appropriate accounting codes, and enter payment details accurately into company records.</p><p>• Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner to support smooth vendor payment cycles and maintain organized documentation.</p><p>• Prepare and assist with scheduled check runs, confirming approvals and payment amounts before release.</p><p>• Verify invoice information against supporting documents to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before processing.</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial data through consistent data entry, record updates, and document tracking.</p><p>• Communicate with internal teams and vendors regarding invoice status, payment questions, and missing backup materials.</p>
  • 2026-07-23T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Ventura, CA
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and mentor accounting team members responsible for development and corporate finance activities, providing direction, coaching, and review of day-to-day work.<br>• Manage accounting across affordable housing projects and organizational operations, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and reported in a timely manner.<br>• Monitor project cost records, funding allocations, and budget activity to maintain clear financial visibility across active development initiatives.<br>• Oversee construction-related accounting functions, including payment processing, receivables, draw documentation, and lender billing support.<br>• Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including reconciliations, journal entry review, and preparation of financial statements.<br>• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts while producing analysis on financial performance, budget variances, and operational trends.<br>• Administer accounting for grants, loans, and restricted funding sources, ensuring documentation and reporting meet agency, lender, and partner expectations.<br>• Coordinate audit support, tax-related schedules, information reporting, and compliance reviews while reinforcing internal controls and process improvements.<br>• Provide operational support for cash management, forecasting, payroll coordination, and treasury-related tasks as business needs require.<br>• Serve as backup coverage for other accounting leadership responsibilities and contribute to special projects or assigned initiatives.
  • 2026-07-17T00:00:00Z