Accounting Specialist

Overview

Position Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Specialist to join our finance team. The Accounting Specialist will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial records and reports. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contributes to the overall success of the organization. The role will be responsible for AP (30% of time), AR (40% of time), and general ledger accounting (30%).

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial records, including general ledger entries, accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Assist with AP vendor creation, invoice entry, and payments.
• Assist with AR account set up, credit limit management, credit hold release, collections, payment reconciliation, cash applications, and customer relationship management.
• Reconcile bank statements, cash-in-transit, and credit card statements and prepare related journal entries on a frequent basis.
• Assist with other month-end close journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, as needed.
• Assist with the preparation and payment of sales and use tax filings and reconciling related accounts.
• Assist in preparing month-end and year-end financial statements and reports.
• Assist with company credit card administration, expense coding, and auditing.
• Assist with internal and external audits as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting-related issues and provide support, as necessary.
• Contribute to process improvements and initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the finance function.
• Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and best practices and recommend adjustments to policies and procedures as needed.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, standards, and regulations.
• Assist with HR and benefits administration as a back-up.

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 2+ years of work experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software. Net Suite experience helpful but not required.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer service mentality (internal and external).
• Experience in consumer goods, apparel, retail, or wholesale industry helpful but not required.

We are prioritizing candidates who are local to Santa Barbara area to be in office for a hybrid work model. The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $80,000 with a strong benefits package including 100% paid for health, dental, STD, LTD, matching 401K, generous PTO and holiday time off, and clothing stipends to outfit you in Toad&Co!