Our firm, located in the beautiful city of Santa Barbara, California, is seeking a motivated and experienced Operations Manager to drive efficiency, foster team collaboration, and oversee organizational processes. Acting as a critical partner for leadership, the Operations Manager will play a key role in ensuring operational excellence while supporting the strategic growth of the firm. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in operations management, human resources, compliance, and people management. If you thrive in multi-faceted roles and are passionate about creating a positive impact on both the organization and its team members, this position may be a perfect fit for you. Key Responsibilities: Operational Leadership: Lead organization-wide initiatives and manage firmwide projects in partnership with the leadership team to cultivate growth and innovation. Develop, update, and maintain operational policies and procedures to meet the evolving needs of the organization. Oversee and streamline billing processes, office expenses, and administrative workflows, including the management of office supply orders and budgets. Coordinate the preparation of presentations and materials for meetings, retreats, and company-wide sessions. Human Resources Management: Manage the full employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluation, payroll approval, and employee offboarding. Provide mentoring and ongoing detail oriented support for Associate Advisors and Client Service Administrators to promote skill development and career growth. Lead team-building efforts by enhancing company culture through events, celebrations, appreciation initiatives, and employee engagement activities. Address employee relations matters, fostering a collaborative and solutions-focused work environment. Client Service & Compliance Oversight: Act as a point of escalation for resolving complex client service issues, liaising with custodians or other stakeholders to ensure timely resolution. Support top-quality client service delivery by streamlining internal processes and providing assistance to client-facing teams. Ensure the firm meets all regulatory standards by monitoring industry compliance requirements and participating in relevant training programs. Technology & Innovation: Research, recommend, and implement cutting-edge technology solutions to enhance operational effectiveness and team productivity. Provide software training to employees; troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as needed.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support daily office operations. This long-term contract position requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining effective communication and ensuring smooth administrative processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage inbound and outbound phone calls, providing attentive and courteous assistance to clients and internal teams.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records through data entry and ensure all information is up-to-date.</p><p>• Handle email correspondence by responding promptly and addressing inquiries effectively.</p><p>• Schedule and coordinate appointments, meetings, and other calendar activities.</p><p>• Provide outstanding customer service to address concerns and deliver solutions.</p><p>• Prepare and edit documents using Microsoft Word, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.</p><p>• Create and modify spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for reporting and data analysis.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Outlook to manage email communications and calendar scheduling.</p><p>• Assist in crafting presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint to support business initiatives.</p><p>• Support general office tasks to ensure smooth daily operations.</p>
<p>We are seeking a Staff Accountant for a temporary to hire opportunity in San Luis Obispo, California. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing journal entries, conducting account reconciliations, and assisting in monthly closings. The role will also involve implementing accounting policies and participating in various department-wide initiatives. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Preparation of complex journal entries and account reconciliations including cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll.</p><p>• Preparation of monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting.</p><p>• Assistance in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation.</p><p>• Assistance in implementing, maintaining, and ensuring adherence to internal controls under SOX and accounting procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP.</p><p>• Maintenance of capital lease and monthly payment schedules.</p><p>• Maintenance of the fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation.</p><p>• Conducting in-depth month-end balance sheet account reconciliations.</p><p>• Performing month-end close and journal entries with minimal supervision.</p><p>• Maintenance and reconciliation of recurring journal entries.</p><p>• Handling of intercompany billings, transactions, and reconciliation.</p><p>• Analysis and coordination of a variety of financial data, and reporting it in a useful and understandable manner.</p><p>• Participation in various department-wide initiatives.</p><p>• Undertaking ad-hoc reporting and special projects as requested.</p>
