<p>We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a team in Santa Barbara, California in a Contract to Permanent position. This part-time role supports day-to-day accounting operations by handling financial records, assisting with payment activity, and helping maintain accurate account balances. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with both payables and receivables, has strong attention to detail, and can manage a steady flow of transactional work in a structured environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, assign accurate coding, and prepare payments in accordance with established timelines.</p><p>• Maintain accounts receivable records by posting incoming payments, tracking outstanding balances, and supporting collection efforts.</p><p>• Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies to help ensure reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Enter accounting data into QuickBooks and other internal records with a high level of accuracy and consistency.</p><p>• Coordinate payment-related tasks such as claim disbursements and wire transfers while following approval procedures.</p><p>• Review account information regularly to identify errors, resolve mismatches, and keep ledgers current.</p><p>• Assist with routine bookkeeping activities to support month-to-month accounting operations.</p><p>• Communicate with internal teams, vendors, and customers regarding billing questions, payment status, and account updates.</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a team in California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations with a strong focus on cash application, resident account maintenance, and administrative coordination. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling detailed financial records, communicating with clients and banking partners, and keeping documentation organized in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Apply incoming payments accurately, investigate unapplied funds, and ensure deposits are recorded in the appropriate accounts.<br>• Prepare and complete bank deposits while serving as the main point of contact for deposit-related banking questions, equipment concerns, and software issues.<br>• Resolve returned payments, reconcile cash collections such as laundry revenue, and keep account balances current and accurate.<br>• Review resident ledgers, explain account activity to clients with complex billing arrangements, and support timely account corrections.<br>• Complete monthly billing updates, post charge adjustments, and conduct collection outreach when follow-up is needed.<br>• Manage document scanning, electronic and physical filing, and records cleanup in accordance with established retention guidelines.<br>• Coordinate lease setup for new residents and process occupancy changes with accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Support the property management team with assigned projects and maintain insurance tracking records in spreadsheets and property management systems.<br>• Communicate with insurance carriers to confirm active coverage and verify compliance with management agreement requirements.