Accounting Specialist

TGG Accounting • Banta Barbara, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

An established real estate and property management organization in Santa Barbara is hiring an Accounting Specialist to support full-cycle accounting activities across 15 entities. The role offers hands-on exposure to a variety of financial functions and business operations, with opportunities to develop technical accounting skills beyond traditional accounts payable and accounts receivable work. The specialist will join a four-person accounting team and work alongside an experienced Corporate Accountant who provides training and collaboration. This position is 100% onsite in Santa Barbara, Monday through Friday, during standard business hours.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of hands-on accounting experience and a strong understanding of foundational accounting principles.
• Associate’s degree or relevant coursework in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and corporate payroll processing.
• Working knowledge of California payroll regulations and general accounting practices.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, dependable, and collaborative approach, with a genuine willingness to learn.
• Comfort working onsite in the office five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle accounting activities across 15 entities.
• Manage day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations, including corporate accounts, trust accounts, and company credit cards.
• Assist with semi-monthly processing, payroll reporting, and maintaining accurate employee financial records.
• Research discrepancies, troubleshoot accounting issues, and identify opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain financial records across multiple accounting systems, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Assist with workers’ compensation reporting, audits, and other compliance-related accounting activities.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Accountant and fellow team members on special projects and additional accounting responsibilities.

Benefits

• Paid overtime when applicable.
• Medical insurance options (HMO, PPO, HSA) with 75% employer contribution.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Profit-sharing opportunities.
• Paid vacation.
• 8 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree