Accounting Assistant

Description We are looking for a part-time Accounting Assistant to join a team in Santa Barbara, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day financial operations by handling a range of accounting tasks with accuracy and strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in payables, receivables, reconciliations, and bookkeeping, along with confidence in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices, verify coding, and prepare timely payments to maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Manage incoming payments, post customer transactions, and follow up on outstanding balances to support accounts receivable activity.
• Investigate discrepancies to ensure financial records remain complete and accurate.
• Enter accounting data into Xero and related systems with a high level of precision and consistency.
• Coordinate wire transfer activity and confirm transactions are properly documented and recorded.
• Assist with claims payment processing and maintain supporting records for insurance-related financial activity.
• Support collection efforts by communicating on overdue accounts and tracking payment status.
• Perform general bookkeeping duties, including maintaining organized records and assisting with routine accounting workflows. Requirements
• Experience supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Working knowledge of bank reconciliations and basic bookkeeping practices.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and accurate high-volume data entry.
• Ability to review and code invoices in accordance with established procedures.
• Familiarity with wire transfers, payment processing, and collections follow-up.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage financial records accurately.
• Effective organizational and communication skills in a detail-focused office setting.

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