We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Santa Barbara, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in the dynamic real estate and property industry, managing a variety of accounting functions for development projects and corporate operations. If you have a strong background in financial management and a detail-oriented mindset, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and manage project costs across all modules of the Construction Accounting System, including general ledger, job cost, project commitments, lien releases, subcontractor payments, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.<br>• Compile and review construction draws for multiple projects, ensuring accuracy and completeness.<br>• Monitor and track preliminary notices, releases, change orders, and other essential project documentation.<br>• Create bi-monthly check runs, reviewing invoices and releases for payment processing.<br>• Assist in generating contracts, managing change orders, processing project billing, and administering insurance requirements.<br>• Prepare monthly journal entries, job cost accruals, and reconcile general ledger and bank accounts.<br>• Work collaboratively with subcontractors to ensure timely payments and document handling.<br>• Handle vendor 1099 submissions and oversee payroll imports for residential and commercial properties.<br>• Review and process payroll journal entries, credit card transactions, and expense reports.<br>• Prepare monthly financial closings, including corporate financial statements and department budget reports.
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Audit/Compliance Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Los Angeles, California. In this role, you will focus on ensuring compliance with financial regulations, particularly in anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions screening. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial services industry through detailed evaluations and process improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough quality assurance reviews of alerts, investigations, and regulatory filings to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.</p><p>• Evaluate the effectiveness of anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions screening processes, identifying potential gaps or areas for improvement.</p><p>• Prepare detailed reports outlining findings from quality assessments and provide actionable recommendations for enhancing compliance procedures.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams to deliver feedback and support continuous improvement initiatives.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards, including those outlined by governing bodies.</p><p>• Analyze financial reporting and auditing processes to ensure alignment with compliance objectives.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory expectations.</p><p>• Utilize ERP solutions and accounting systems to manage compliance-related data efficiently.</p><p>• Support OFAC processes as well as review EDD, CDD efforts</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in financial regulations and recommend adjustments to compliance strategies as needed.</p>