Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

Santa Barbara, CA | 100% Onsite | $29–$33/hour

Full-Cycle Accounting | Multi-Entity Exposure | Professional Growth

Are you an accounting professional who enjoys the full accounting cycle, loves working with numbers, and is eager to expand your knowledge beyond traditional AP/AR responsibilities? We're partnering with an established and respected real estate and property management organization in Santa Barbara that is looking for a Accounting Specialist to join its growing accounting function.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least 1 year of hands-on accounting experience who is ready to take on more responsibility, strengthen their technical accounting skills, and gain exposure to the financial operations of 15 separate entities.

You'll be part of a close-knit, four-person accounting team, working directly alongside an experienced Corporate Accountant who values training, collaboration, and developing team members.

We're looking for someone dynamic, intuitive, analytical, and naturally curious-someone who doesn't just process transactions but wants to understand the "why" behind the numbers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support full-cycle accounting activities across 15 entities, gaining hands-on exposure to a variety of financial functions and business operations.
• Manage day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations, including corporate accounts, trust accounts, and company credit cards.
• Assist with semi-monthly processing, payroll reporting, and maintaining accurate employee financial records.
• Research discrepancies, troubleshoot accounting issues, and proactively identify opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain financial records across multiple accounting systems, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Assist with workers' compensation reporting, audits, and other compliance-related accounting activities.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Accountant and fellow team members on special projects and additional accounting responsibilities.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on accounting experience with a strong understanding on foundational accounting principles.
• Associate's degree or relevant coursework in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with AP, AR, reconciliations, and corporate payroll processing.
• Working knowledge of California payroll regulations and general accounting practices.
  
• An analytical and intuitive mindset with strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, dependable, and collaborative personality with a genuine willingness to learn.

Compensation & Benefits

• $29–$33/hour, depending on experience
• Paid overtime when applicable
• Medical insurance options (HMO, PPO, HSA) with 75% employer contribution
• Dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid vacation and 8 paid holidays
• Standard Monday–Friday business hours

Location: Santa Barbara, CA — 100% onsite, Monday through Friday. Candidates must be comfortable working in the office five days per week.

If you're an accounting professional who enjoys variety, thrives in a team environment, and is ready to grow beyond transactional accounting, we'd love to connect. Apply today to learn more about this opportunity!