Job Summary Required Qualifications and Skills
A growing organization in Goleta, CA is seeking an Accounting Assistant for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This role is a great fit for an accounting professional with 3 to 5 years of experience who enjoys detail-oriented financial work, accurate data entry, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations.
The Accounting Assistant will work closely with the accounting and finance team to help maintain accurate records, support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, assist with reconciliations, and contribute to smooth month-end activity. This position offers the opportunity to join a professional, team-focused environment with supportive leadership, steady workflow, and the potential to grow into a long-term role.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, including invoice entry, payment processing, billing support, and account updates.
- Maintain accurate financial records by entering, reviewing, and organizing accounting data and documentation.
- Support bank, credit card, vendor, and customer account reconciliations to help ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Assist with month-end close activities, reporting preparation, and general ledger support as needed.
- Communicate with internal teams, vendors, and customers to resolve billing, payment, and documentation questions.
- Help maintain organized accounting files, records, and supporting documentation in accordance with company procedures.
Compensation and Benefits
- Temp-to-hire opportunity.
- Pay range: $22 to $27 per hour.
- Location: Goleta, CA.
- Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting operations.
- Maintain accurate accounting records, data entry, reconciliations, and documentation.
- Assist with month-end close support, reporting, and financial record organization.
- Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal teams regarding accounting-related questions.
- 3 to 5 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or finance support experience.
- Working knowledge of general accounting processes, including AP, AR, reconciliations, and financial documentation.
- Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage confidential financial information.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general office software.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a team environment.
- Professional communication skills and a dependable, organized work style.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using accounting software or ERP systems.
- Prior experience in a temp-to-hire or fast-paced office environment.
- Familiarity with month-end close procedures and basic general ledger support.
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