Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant Robert Half - 3.9 Santa Barbara, CA Job Details Temporary | Contract $19.79 - $22.91 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Spreadsheets Workday Full 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.

Responsibilities:

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. 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. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .