Accounting Specialist

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support daily financial operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Santa Barbara, California. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and confident managing payables, reconciliations, deposits, and account research in a fast-paced environment. The position will work closely with property teams and internal stakeholders to maintain accurate records, resolve discrepancies, and keep accounting processes running smoothly.Responsibilities:• Prepare and distribute daily cash activity documentation while monitoring bank reporting for deposit accuracy and researching exceptions.• Investigate account discrepancies, communicate issues to property teams, and provide support for property-level accounting questions.• Process payment adjustments such as credit card refunds, voids, and urgent check requests in a timely and accurate manner.• Review accounts payable batches against supporting invoices, route items for operational approval, and post approved transactions.• Assemble check runs for printing, coordinate outgoing payments, and record recurring utility-related journal entries.• Examine utility tracking reports, tax records, insurance impounds, and related schedules to identify and resolve inconsistencies.• Prepare bank deposits, complete monthly bank reconciliations, and review petty cash activity for completeness and compliance.• Support month-end close activities for properties, including pre-close review, vendor setup approval in Yardi, and year-end vendor total entry for 1099 preparation.• Carry out additional accounting assignments and special projects as business needs require.