Accountant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections, Financial Reporting

Description We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Santa Barbara, California. In this role, you will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring accuracy in transactions, and supporting various accounting functions. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team while building your expertise in core accounting processes.

Responsibilities:

- Process and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring timely and accurate payments and collections.

- Maintain the general ledger by recording transactions and reconciling accounts regularly.

- Prepare and post journal entries to support accurate financial reporting.

- Perform bank reconciliations to ensure proper alignment between financial records and bank statements.

- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes to meet organizational deadlines.

- Monitor and analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.

- Collaborate with other departments to support budgeting and forecasting efforts.

- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

- Generate financial reports and provide insights to support decision-making.

- Support audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries. Requirements - Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience, with a focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management.

- Proficiency in processing journal entries and performing bank reconciliations.

- Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards.

- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.

- Familiarity with accounting software and tools.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Effective communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders.

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