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10 results for Accounts Payable Specialist in Ventura, CA

Accounts Payable Specialist

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations for a contract opportunity based in Santa Barbara, California. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, approachable, and confident managing invoice processing, coding accuracy, and vendor payments across multiple departments. The position requires strong follow-through, careful review of financial details, and the ability to work collaboratively while keeping payment schedules on track. Responsibilities:• Process invoices from receipt through payment, ensuring entries are complete, accurate, and aligned with established approval workflows.• Assign general ledger codes, validate supporting details, and review system-generated data to confirm transactions have been recorded correctly.• Coordinate with department leaders to obtain timely approvals and resolve questions related to invoice status, coding, or payment handling.• Execute recurring payment runs each week, including ACH transactions, check disbursements, and payments issued through online vendor portals.• Manage payments across multiple bank accounts while maintaining accuracy, proper documentation, and audit-ready records.• Handle credit memos and other payment adjustments, making sure vendor balances and internal records remain up to date.• Use Excel tools, including pivot tables, to organize payment activity, track exceptions, and support reporting needs.• Provide dependable support during process updates or training periods, adapting quickly to new workflows and team expectations.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Encino, CA
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Temporary to Hire
22.9615 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a team in California in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent position. This position centers on accurate cash application, timely reconciliation, and strong day-to-day support of receivables operations. The ideal candidate brings solid Excel expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple payment channels while supporting internal and external account inquiries. Responsibilities: • Apply and reconcile incoming payments from wires, lockbox transactions, credit cards, and checks to maintain accurate receivables records. • Record cash activity promptly and assign receipts to the correct customer invoices and general ledger accounts. • Support deposit preparation by researching open items, identifying proper invoice matches, and coding funds appropriately. • Provide backup coverage for remote bank deposit processing, including scanned check deposits when needed. • Retrieve and review daily electronic payment activity from banking platforms, including wire transfers and lockbox accounts. • Coordinate the handling of return premiums with Accounts Payable and resolve offsetting invoice activity to keep accounts current. • Generate and circulate aging reports for the Accounts Receivable team and provide updates to underwriting partners upon request. • Prepare and send monthly broker statements, then follow up on outstanding balances to encourage timely payment. • Respond to customer and broker questions related to account balances, payments, and receivables activity. • Identify workflow challenges and recommend practical improvements that enhance efficiency and service quality.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a team in California on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone who can manage payroll operations accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment supporting a large employee population. The right candidate will bring strong knowledge of multi-state payroll practices, payroll compliance, and payroll systems while delivering dependable service to employees and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Handle multi-state payroll activities while applying applicable wage and hour rules, tax requirements, and payroll regulations. • Review employee time records for completeness and accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and validate approvals before each payroll cycle. • Manage bi-monthly payroll schedules and maintain payroll data within systems such as ADP Workforce Now and Paylocity. • Calculate earnings, deductions, garnishments, taxes, and other payroll adjustments in accordance with company policy and legal requirements. • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal partners, providing clear guidance on pay, deductions, and timekeeping matters. • Maintain payroll records and support audits, reporting needs, and reconciliations with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary / Contract
19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations for a Contract position based in Santa Barbara, California. This role is well suited to someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling both payables and receivables in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will help maintain accurate financial records, process transactions efficiently, and contribute to smooth accounting workflows using Workday and Excel. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare items for approval before payment is issued.• Perform bank and account reconciliations to ensure financial records remain accurate and up to date.• Enter and code invoices correctly within the accounting system while maintaining organized documentation for audit readiness.• Review employee expense submissions for accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance before reimbursement processing.• Use Excel to record reconciliations, financial activity, update reports, and assist with routine accounting analysis.• Support month-end accounting tasks by identifying discrepancies, researching variances, and helping resolve issues promptly.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Ventura, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
54600 - 60840 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a part-time Staff Accountant (30 hours per week) to support the organization’s financial health through accurate accounting, compliant payroll processing, and dependable reporting in Ventura, California. This position plays a key role in managing day-to-day finance activities across multiple funds while partnering with leadership to provide clear insight into financial performance. The ideal candidate brings nonprofit accounting experience, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain strong controls in a mission-focused environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee daily accounting activity, including payables, receivables, cash deposits, general ledger entries, and account reconciliations.• Maintain accurate financial records across multiple funds, ensuring revenue, prepaid items, deferred balances, and related accounts are properly tracked.• Process payroll for a varied workforce that includes salaried, hourly, seasonal, union, and contract personnel while confirming time records and payroll accuracy.• Administer union-related financial obligations by preparing required benefit payments, dues, fees, and related contribution reporting.• Prepare monthly financial statements, board-facing reports, and ad hoc analysis to support organizational planning and decision-making.• Reconcile operational financial activity such as concession revenue, petty cash, and inventory-related balances.• Support audit and compliance requirements by assembling schedules, coordinating documentation, managing 1099 reporting, and completing regulatory filings.• Monitor insurance renewals, assist with claims activity, maintain financial procedures and internal controls, and support knowledge transfer during role transition.• Serve as a payroll and finance resource to leadership, external partners, and vendors on matters related to accounting operations and compliance.p
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 42 USD / Hourly
A company is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join the finance team in Santa Barbara, California. This role is responsible for supporting daily accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end close, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Based on general knowledge. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger adjustments.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes. </li><li>Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts. </li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed. </li><li>Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation for internal stakeholders and external auditors. </li><li>Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions. </li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and applicable accounting regulations. </li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. </li><li>Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting efficiency and accuracy. </li></ul>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, payroll, and leadership teams.
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Malibu, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support the financial operations of a boutique organization in California. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can keep records accurate, produce timely reporting, and help maintain sound financial controls in a hospitality setting. The role requires hands-on experience with day-to-day accounting activities, strong attention to detail, and comfort working with QuickBooks Desktop and MS Excel. Responsibilities:• Handle daily accounting activity across payables, receivables, and cash transactions to keep financial records complete and current.• Maintain the general ledger by recording journal entries, reviewing account activity, and posting adjustments when needed.• Complete account reconciliations on a regular basis to verify balances and resolve discrepancies promptly.• Prepare recurring financial reports, including weekly summaries and month-end statements, for operational and management review.• Support the month-end close process by organizing supporting documentation and ensuring deadlines are met.• Monitor accounting accuracy and help uphold compliance with company policies, standard accounting practices, and applicable tax requirements.• Use QuickBooks Desktop and Excel to track transactions, analyze results, and improve reporting efficiency.
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Sherman Oaks, CA
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a property portfolio in Sherman Oaks, California. This is a Contract position suited for someone who can manage core financial processes accurately while keeping deadlines on track. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in property accounting, strong month-end close capabilities, and confidence working within a general ledger environment using Yardi software. Responsibilities: • Manage daily cash activity, including recording bank deposits and maintaining accurate deposit documentation. • Process incoming and outgoing mail related to accounting and financial transactions in a timely manner. • Administer accounts payable functions, including recurring disbursements, invoice review, and payment scheduling. • Post monthly rent charges and apply late fees to tenant accounts in accordance with established procedures. • Prepare and print checks while ensuring supporting records are complete and properly coded. • Record charter rebates, insurance refunds, property tax activity, and other financial adjustments with accuracy. • Support payroll processing and maintain accounting entries tied to compensation-related transactions. • Prepare 1099 reporting and assist with year-end requirements, monthly close activities, journal entries, and management fee calculations. • Handle specialized billing or markup entries, including euro-related adjustments, and maintain appropriate backup documentation.
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Goleta, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30.4 - 35.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a real estate and property organization in Goleta, California on a Contract basis. This role supports the financial operations of both corporate and real estate investment entities, with a strong focus on accurate reporting, month-end activities, and day-to-day accounting execution. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience across general ledger management, cash activity, and transactional accounting while working effectively in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee monthly close activities and produce timely financial statements for corporate entities and real estate investment portfolios. • Manage accounting records for investment-related entities, ensuring financial reporting is complete, accurate, and aligned with established standards. • Calculate investor distribution amounts each quarter and support related financial documentation. • Prepare tax-related schedules, annual filings, and forward-looking tax estimates in coordination with reporting needs. • Create monthly budget-to-actual reports for departments and address questions related to spending, variances, and financial results. • Record and post journal entries, maintain general ledger activity, and support the integrity of core accounting data. • Reconcile bank accounts and key balance sheet and income statement accounts while investigating and resolving discrepancies. • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoices, deposits, cash receipts, billings, expense reports, and payment transactions. • Support payroll-related accounting by importing payroll data, reviewing payroll entries, and posting associated journal activity. • Assist with year-end close, cash management tasks, internal control processes, and other accounting projects as needed.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chatsworth, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing manufacturing team in California. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant with a strong manufacturing background who can manage core accounting activities, support accurate reporting, and provide meaningful analysis to leadership. The position offers broad exposure to cost accounting, month-end close, and operational finance in a collaborative environment where accuracy and initiative are highly valued. Responsibilities:• Record incoming payments, manage invoicing activity, and help drive timely collection of outstanding receivables.• Evaluate customer credit documentation and produce aging reports that support effective monitoring of account balances.• Complete monthly bank reconciliations, oversee fixed asset records, and maintain accurate supporting schedules.• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate variances, and ensure the general ledger remains complete and reliable.• Prepare monthly financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and internal policies, including clear explanations of period-to-period fluctuations.• Partner with audit and operations teams during internal reviews, cycle counts, and physical inventory activities.• Analyze job cost data, develop variance schedules, and highlight issues requiring further review by management.• Contribute to annual budget preparation, deliver financial reporting and trend analysis, and recommend process improvements that strengthen accounting efficiency and accuracy.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z