Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Santa Barbara, California. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who can manage day-to-day ledger activity, contribute to tax-related reporting, and help maintain accurate financial records. The successful candidate will work across general accounting functions while using strong Excel skills to analyze data, reconcile accounts, and support timely financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and record journal entries to keep financial data accurate and up to date across the general ledger.

• Reconcile accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve variances to support reliable month-end and period-close activities.

• Assist with corporate tax matters, including support for tax filings, documentation, and return preparation.

• Manage sales tax tracking and reporting to help ensure compliance with applicable regulations and deadlines.

• Analyze financial results and identify fluctuations by using spreadsheet models, formulas, and variance analysis techniques.

• Support the preparation of financial statements and related schedules for internal review and business reporting.

• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation to strengthen audit readiness and internal control practices.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather financial information, clarify account activity, and improve reporting accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Experience in staff accounting or a similar accounting role with responsibility for general ledger activity.
• Working knowledge of corporate tax concepts, including exposure to corporate tax return support.
• Hands-on experience with sales tax processing, reporting, or compliance activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to use formulas for analysis and reconciliation work.
• Strong understanding of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Ability to perform variance analysis and interpret financial data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Organized work style with the ability to manage deadlines and maintain thorough supporting documentation.

Compensation

$35.00-$43.00 Hourly

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