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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee monthly close activities and produce timely financial statements for corporate entities and real estate investment portfolios.<br>• Manage accounting records for investment-related entities, ensuring financial reporting is complete, accurate, and aligned with established standards.<br>• Calculate investor distribution amounts each quarter and support related financial documentation.<br>• Prepare tax-related schedules, annual filings, and forward-looking tax estimates in coordination with reporting needs.<br>• Create monthly budget-to-actual reports for departments and address questions related to spending, variances, and financial results.<br>• Record and post journal entries, maintain general ledger activity, and support the integrity of core accounting data.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and key balance sheet and income statement accounts while investigating and resolving discrepancies.<br>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoices, deposits, cash receipts, billings, expense reports, and payment transactions.<br>• Support payroll-related accounting by importing payroll data, reviewing payroll entries, and posting associated journal activity.<br>• Assist with year-end close, cash management tasks, internal control processes, and other accounting projects as needed.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a finance team in California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys balancing hands-on transactional work with broader accounting support and wants to contribute to accurate, timely financial reporting. The position will partner closely with finance leadership and internal teams to help maintain organized records, support close activities, and strengthen day-to-day accounting operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full accounts payable cycle by reviewing invoices, assigning appropriate coding, and entering transactions accurately into the accounting system.<br>• Reconcile bank activity and assist with balancing cash accounts to ensure financial records remain complete and current.<br>• Track prepaid expenses, update supporting schedules, and record amortization entries in alignment with accounting guidelines.<br>• Support general ledger activity by preparing and reviewing entries while maintaining proper debit and credit treatment across accounts.<br>• Provide day-to-day accounting and administrative assistance related to overhead spending and other operational finance needs.<br>• Contribute to month-end close by preparing reconciliations, organizing support documentation, and helping resolve account discrepancies.<br>• Work with colleagues across departments to gather financial information and promote timely, accurate reporting.<br>• Assist with accounts receivable processes and related accounting tasks as needed to support the broader finance function.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Santa Barbara, California. In this role, you will support core accounting operations by helping ensure timely financial reporting, accurate reconciliations, and dependable payroll and general ledger activities. This position works closely with internal teams and leadership to maintain strong financial records, assist with budgeting and audit preparation, and contribute to special projects as needed.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead key month-end accounting activities, including posting journal entries, completing bank and balance sheet reconciliations, and helping produce financial reports for distribution.<br>• Maintain supporting schedules, subsidiary records, and accounting data files to ensure the general ledger remains accurate and well organized.<br>• Partner with the Controller to prepare for annual external audits by gathering documentation, organizing schedules, and responding to audit-related requests.<br>• Contribute to the development of annual operating and capital budgets by compiling financial data and assisting with analysis.<br>• Process payroll and support related payroll administration tasks with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.<br>• Keep accounting procedures and documentation current, accessible, and organized to support compliance and operational consistency.<br>• Research accounting questions, evaluate applicable guidance, and recommend practical solutions to address reporting or process issues.<br>• Communicate with departments, vendors, and external contacts to verify information, resolve discrepancies, and keep accounting workflows moving efficiently.<br>• Provide backup support for accounts payable and other finance-related activities while assisting with reporting requests and special assignments.<br>• Apply relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements to assigned work, including considerations connected to home health and hospice service operations where applicable.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing team in Camarillo, California. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely close activities, and delivering meaningful analysis that helps leaders make informed decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and works effectively with partners across the business.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage journal entry preparation and review, along with detailed reconciliations and supporting documentation to maintain reliable financial records.<br>• Drive key portions of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycle to ensure reporting deadlines are met accurately and on time.<br>• Monitor general ledger activity and resolve discrepancies to preserve the accuracy and completeness of accounting data.<br>• Evaluate financial results, research fluctuations, and present concise explanations of variances to leadership.<br>• Contribute to the creation of financial statements and internal management reporting packages.<br>• Coordinate audit support by assembling schedules, organizing requested materials, and addressing questions from internal and external auditors.<br>• Uphold adherence to established controls, accounting standards, and applicable compliance requirements.<br>• Partner with departments such as Operations and Payroll while also contributing to process enhancements, automation efforts, and other assigned accounting initiatives.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a dynamic and expanding restaurant organization in Woodland Hills, California. This position will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute financial insight that supports business growth. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments while helping guide day-to-day accounting operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Drive the month-end close by preparing, reviewing, and analyzing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure timely and accurate results.<br>• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring financial data is complete, well-organized, and aligned with reporting standards.<br>• Monitor compliance with applicable accounting guidance and financial regulations, including adherence to U.S. GAAP and internal policies.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by evaluating financial trends, investigating variances, and providing actionable insights to leadership.<br>• Coordinate audit preparation efforts, manage documentation requests, and serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, strengthen internal controls, and enhance the efficiency of existing financial processes and systems.<br>• Provide guidance and day-to-day support to accounting staff, helping develop team capabilities and maintain high-quality output.<br>• Partner with finance and cross-functional teams on financial analysis, special projects, system enhancements, and other business initiatives as needed.<br>• Contribute to strategic finance activities such as M&A readiness, IPO-related support, investor-facing reporting preparation, and ad hoc accounting analyses when required.
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join a long-term contract assignment in Santa Barbara, California. This role will play a key part in period-end accounting activities, with an emphasis on inventory-related reporting, cost analysis, and accurate financial close support. The position is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and can balance detailed reconciliations with broader accounting oversight in a dynamic operating environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly and year-end close activities related to cost accounting, ensuring inventory movements and related financial impacts are recorded accurately.<br>• Reconcile inventory balances and evaluate reserve levels to support reliable valuation and reporting.<br>• Manage accounting treatment for capitalized costs and purchase price variance activity in accordance with established accounting policies.<br>• Execute cost accounting processes within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and maintain the integrity of related financial data.<br>• Partner effectively within a co-manufacturing operating model to ensure accounting reflects outsourced production activity appropriately.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules tied to the general ledger and close process.<br>• Assist with audit-ready documentation and provide support for financial statement audit requests connected to inventory and cost accounts.