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16 results for Payroll Accountant in Ventura, CA

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 Paula, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 68000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing agriculture-focused organization. This position supports high-volume payables operations and requires someone who can work accurately, communicate effectively in both English and Spanish, and contribute to efficient financial processes. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, sound judgment, and the ability to stay organized while managing competing priorities. Responsibilities:• Oversee the accounts payable cycle from invoice intake through final payment, ensuring transactions are processed correctly and on schedule.• Review invoices against purchase orders and receiving documentation, investigate mismatches, and coordinate resolutions with internal teams and vendors.• Handle a large volume of vendor invoices with close attention to coding accuracy, approval routing, and payment deadlines.• Maintain up-to-date vendor files and serve as a point of contact for supplier inquiries in both English and Spanish.• Prepare recurring payment batches, including checks and electronic disbursements, while confirming proper authorization and supporting documentation.• Reconcile accounts payable records to the general ledger and assist with month-end accounting activities as needed.• Track outstanding payables, review aging activity, and help ensure financial obligations are settled within agreed terms.• Support year-end reporting requirements, including 1099 preparation, and provide documentation for audit and compliance needs.• Work closely with purchasing, operations, and accounting personnel to improve coordination and strengthen payables processes.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

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

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.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Ventura, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing-focused organization in Ventura, California. This role will oversee product costing, analyze production-related financial performance, and provide clear insights that support operational and business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard cost accounting, month-end reporting, and cross-functional collaboration within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain accurate standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead, and investigate cost variances to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions. • Prepare recurring monthly financial reporting packages that highlight performance patterns, key cost drivers, and practical recommendations for management review. • Analyze manufacturing variances and cost of goods sold on a monthly basis, translating data into meaningful findings for finance and operations leaders. • Review and update product costing for new items as well as existing inventory to ensure costing assumptions remain current and reliable. • Assist with external audit activities by organizing supporting documentation, responding to inquiries, and helping maintain compliance with reporting standards. • Work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver ad hoc analysis that supports planning, decision-making, and strategic business initiatives. • Utilize financial and ERP systems, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Navision, to manage cost data and improve reporting accuracy. • Leverage advanced Excel capabilities to perform detailed financial modeling, reconciliations, and cost analysis in a manufacturing setting.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Oxnard, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Oxnard, California. This role is responsible for strengthening cost accounting practices, supporting accurate financial reporting, and helping maintain compliance within a manufacturing environment. The position also contributes to inventory and margin analysis, close activities, and ongoing process enhancements that improve operational and financial performance. Responsibilities:• Manage month-end and quarter-end accounting activities related to inventory, cost of sales, and revenue reporting, including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.• Review product costing, standard costs, and manufacturing-related financial data to ensure accuracy and alignment with company policies and applicable accounting guidance.• Prepare and interpret gross margin and variance analyses to identify trends, explain performance results, and support business decisions.• Coordinate physical inventory reviews and audit support activities while helping maintain reliable inventory records and strong internal controls.• Provide guidance and day-to-day oversight to cost accounting and estimating staff, supporting development in technical and government cost accounting practices.• Partner with cross-functional teams in finance and operations to improve costing methods, reporting quality, and overall efficiency.• Support internal and external audit requests by supplying documentation, explaining accounting treatment, and helping address compliance requirements.• Use Oracle and advanced Excel tools to analyze financial information, maintain reporting accuracy, and streamline recurring accounting processes.Senior
2026-08-18T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support daily financial operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Santa Barbara, California. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and confident managing payables, reconciliations, deposits, and account research in a fast-paced environment. The position will work closely with property teams and internal stakeholders to maintain accurate records, resolve discrepancies, and keep accounting processes running smoothly. Responsibilities: • Prepare and distribute daily cash activity documentation while monitoring bank reporting for deposit accuracy and researching exceptions. • Investigate account discrepancies, communicate issues to property teams, and provide support for property-level accounting questions. • Process payment adjustments such as credit card refunds, voids, and urgent check requests in a timely and accurate manner. • Review accounts payable batches against supporting invoices, route items for operational approval, and post approved transactions. • Assemble check runs for printing, coordinate outgoing payments, and record recurring utility-related journal entries. • Examine utility tracking reports, tax records, insurance impounds, and related schedules to identify and resolve inconsistencies. • Prepare bank deposits, complete monthly bank reconciliations, and review petty cash activity for completeness and compliance. • Support month-end close activities for properties, including pre-close review, vendor setup approval in Yardi, and year-end vendor total entry for 1099 preparation. • Carry out additional accounting assignments and special projects as business needs require.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Chatsworth, CA
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Temporary / Contract
20.881 - 26.37 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support a non-profit organization in Chatsworth, California through a Contract assignment. This role combines payables and receivables responsibilities and is ideal for someone who can manage financial details accurately while providing responsive support to vendors, consumers, and internal teams. The position focuses on invoice review, payment processing, account reconciliation, trust account oversight, and benefits-related financial administration. Success in this role requires strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to handle a steady volume of transactional work with precision. Responsibilities: • Examine vendor invoices and related records to confirm completeness, accuracy, and proper support before payment is issued. • Prepare and process vendor disbursements, then investigate and resolve discrepancies to keep payment activity current and accurate. • Calculate adjustments tied to retroactive rate changes, including overpayments and underpayments, and ensure corrections are properly recorded. • Serve as a point of contact for billing and payment questions from vendors and staff, delivering timely and attentive assistance. • Guide vendors on invoicing expectations and provide practical support on required software and submission procedures. • Monitor trust accounts and subsidiary ledgers, performing detailed reconciliations to maintain accurate balances and reporting. • Complete documentation and reporting related to third-party benefits and follow through on application requirements. • Draft and process agreements for residential vendors while maintaining organized financial records tied to those contracts. • Oversee receivables activity, reconcile outstanding balances, and respond to questions involving trust accounts and benefit-related transactions.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

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

Accounting Assistant

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join our team in Santa Barbara, California on a Contract basis. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations by handling payables, cash activity, financial records, and administrative coordination. The ideal candidate brings a strong attention to detail, comfort working with accounting systems, and the ability to support multiple finance processes in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Review and process vendor invoices accurately, ensuring payments are prepared on time and in accordance with approval procedures. • Maintain supplier documentation, including tax forms and reporting records, and assist with year-end 1099 preparation. • Prepare check runs, secure necessary authorizations, and keep payment activity organized for audit readiness. • Track petty cash activity, reconcile balances, and preserve clear supporting documentation for all transactions. • Record daily receipts, deposits, and other incoming funds while reconciling activity within the accounting system. • Enter contributions, membership payments, and sales-related transactions into financial records with a high degree of accuracy. • Monitor available cash, prepare bank deposits, and help manage cash boxes to support operational needs. • Assist with pension and planned giving disbursements, payroll backup tasks, audit preparation, staff guidance on payable procedures, and additional support for the Controller and finance team as needed.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Oxnard, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead financial operations for the district in Oxnard, California. This role is responsible for maintaining strong accounting practices, guiding budget and forecast activities, and providing reliable financial insight to support operational decisions. The ideal candidate brings leadership ability, strong technical accounting knowledge, and a hands-on approach to reporting, analysis, and team development. Responsibilities: • Direct district-level accounting activities and monitor day-to-day financial performance to support accurate and efficient operations. • Prepare and review monthly financial reports to ensure records are complete, timely, and aligned with reporting standards. • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning processes to help management make informed financial decisions. • Supervise, coach, and develop accounting and clerical team members to strengthen performance and support focused growth. • Partner with operational leaders by delivering financial guidance, performance analysis, and practical recommendations. • Contribute to business case evaluations by building return-on-investment models and assessing financial risk for new opportunities. • Support initiatives that improve working capital by tracking key drivers and collaborating with finance and operations teams. • Oversee core accounting tasks such as general ledger maintenance, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. • Assist with audit preparation and respond to financial information requests as needed. • Carry out additional accounting and finance responsibilities in support of district objectives.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Accounting/Administrative

Santa Barbara, CA
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized Accounting/Administrative specialist to support daily financial and office operations in California. This contract opportunity has the potential to become long term and is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing accounting tasks with administrative coordination in a fast-paced construction environment. The person in this role will help maintain accurate records, assist with reporting, and provide dependable support for billing, payroll documentation, and general office needs. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming invoices and customer billings while helping maintain accurate accounts payable and accounts receivable records. • Update budgets and cost tracking documents to support project oversight and financial visibility. • Prepare and maintain cost-to-complete worksheets, labor status reporting, and other recurring operational summaries. • Assist with payroll-related documentation, including certified payroll records and year-end 1099 support. • Set up new jobs in internal records and organize bid-related files, including digital folders and result tracking materials. • Process credit applications, preliminary notice requests, certificates of insurance, and apprenticeship-related paperwork. • Coordinate monthly equipment reporting, distribute equipment lists, and track returns as information is received. • Enter recurring general ledger items, support monthly vendor billing activities, and help maintain accurate bookkeeping records. • Provide administrative assistance such as printing plans and specifications, preparing photo books, handling mail, and supporting notary-related needs when required.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Public

Westlake Village, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Accountant to join a public accounting and business advisory firm in Westlake Village, California. This role supports a diverse client base through tax preparation, accounting assistance, and related financial services in a collaborative office setting. The position offers exposure to both tax and general accounting work, along with opportunities to build expertise in a fast-paced, technology-focused environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and business entities with a high degree of accuracy.• Examine financial records, tax documents, and supporting schedules to identify missing information and resolve discrepancies before filing.• Produce required tax filings, reports, and related documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and deadlines.• Communicate with clients in a clear and courteous manner to gather information, answer questions, and address tax-related matters.• Support tax planning efforts by assisting with projections, year-end estimates, and other advisory work.• Complete month-end and period-end accounting activities by following established procedures and review checklists.• Maintain well-organized electronic workpapers and client files within a paperless environment.• Contribute to bookkeeping, accounting, consulting, and other special assignments as business needs require.
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Public

Santa Barbara, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented tax specialist to join a public accounting team in California. This position supports a broad client portfolio and combines tax return preparation with accounting-related work to help deliver accurate, timely service. The role is well suited for someone who is comfortable working across multiple entity types and enjoys producing organized, high-quality work in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts while meeting filing deadlines and quality expectations. • Examine financial records and supporting documents to identify missing information, inconsistencies, and items requiring clarification before submission. • Maintain compliance by applying current tax rules and verifying that completed filings are accurate and properly documented. • Provide accounting support through full-cycle bookkeeping activities, including the preparation of adjusting journal entries when needed. • Use platforms such as QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, Sage, and CCH tax software to manage client data and complete assigned work. • Organize detailed workpapers and supporting schedules so files are ready for internal review and future reference. • Communicate with clients as needed to request documentation, answer routine tax-related questions, and follow up on outstanding items.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Public

Sherman Oaks, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Staff team member to join a public accounting team in California. This position supports a wide range of tax and client service activities, including return preparation, research, bookkeeping support, and financial statement preparation. The ideal candidate is committed to career growth, communicates effectively with colleagues and clients, and can manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and tax-exempt entities with a high level of accuracy and organization. • Assist clients with bookkeeping and accounting needs by maintaining records and supporting routine financial activities. • Draft internal-use financial statements for clients and help organize year-end financial information. • Research tax questions and provide well-supported findings in response to requests from clients, supervisors, or partners. • Review notices and other government correspondence, then prepare timely and appropriate responses on behalf of clients. • Complete annual property tax statements, including Form 571-L, when required. • Prepare estimated tax vouchers and coordinate related payments for individual and corporate clients as needed. • Develop year-end tax projections for both individual and business clients to support planning and compliance. • Collaborate with partners and team members to monitor due dates, resolve open items, and keep engagements moving on schedule.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z