We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a team in California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing core accounting tasks, maintaining accurate records, and keeping financial activity organized. The role offers the chance to contribute across payables, receivables, and reconciliations while working in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate financial records by entering, reviewing, and organizing daily bookkeeping transactions.<br>• Process vendor invoices and payment activity while ensuring accounts payable items are coded and recorded correctly.<br>• Manage customer billing and track incoming payments to keep accounts receivable balances current.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts regularly and investigate discrepancies to support accurate month-end balances.<br>• Use QuickBooks to record financial activity, update account details, and produce routine reports.<br>• Monitor outstanding transactions and follow up on open items to help maintain clean and reliable ledgers.<br>• Assist with general accounting support and contribute to process continuity as business needs evolve.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper to oversee day-to-day financial operations for a law firm in Santa Barbara, California. This position will manage multi-entity bookkeeping, trust accounting, reconciliations, and payment processing while helping maintain accurate and compliant financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong QuickBooks Online expertise, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to work independently across a range of accounting priorities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee complete bookkeeping activities across three separate entities within QuickBooks Online, ensuring records remain accurate, current, and properly organized.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements each month, researching discrepancies and resolving outstanding items in a timely manner.<br>• Administer the firm’s attorney trust account, including monthly three-way balancing and ongoing adherence to California State Bar trust accounting standards.<br>• Enter settlement-related deposits and coordinate the preparation of disbursements connected to client matters.<br>• Track individual client trust balances and maintain supporting ledger activity with a high level of precision and compliance.<br>• Process payments related to attorney compensation, client distributions, liens, and case-related expenses while preserving complete documentation.<br>• Work closely with the external accountant to support tax preparation activities, year-end close requirements, and related financial reporting.<br>• Prepare supporting records for annual 1099 reporting, maintain vendor files, and monitor recurring obligations such as rent, insurance, and operating expenses.<br>• Support payroll updates and related administrative changes through Paychex when needed, while safeguarding sensitive financial information at all times.