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Accounting Assistant

United States, Santa Barbara Contract work · Job Posted June 03, 2026
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Job Description

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.

Job Responsibility

  • 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

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience in an accounting support or accounting assistant role
  • Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation processes
  • Proficiency in Workday and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Experience reviewing invoices and expense reports with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Solid understanding of financial reconciliation procedures and general accounting practices
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a Contract role

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan
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