Description We are extending an opportunity for an Accounting Specialist to join our clients team in Santa Barbara, California. As an Accounting Specialist, you will play a crucial role in supporting our financial operations by managing accounts payable and receivable, cash, and other accounting tasks. This role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity, allowing you to work closely with other members of our team to ensure the accuracy of our financial records. Responsibilities: • Oversee the complete Accounts Payable cycle, including ensuring proper coding, reconciling discrepancies, and processing payments to vendors in accordance with company policies and procedures. • Regularly maintain and update the virtual AP filing system. • Carry out the setup of new vendors in NetSuite, ensuring completed W-9s are obtained. • Conduct daily Accounts Receivable reports and collaborate with relevant departments to clear open items. • Manage and reconcile daily cash receipts, ensuring all financial records are accurate. • Address and resolve any chargebacks or discrepancies, liaising with the customer service team as necessary. • Conduct monthly snapshots of chargebacks and their status. • Reconcile and analyze credit cards, undeposited funds account and bank statements. • Handle the preparation and filing of property tax and other local returns. • Collaborate in the preparation of year-end taxes and support during the annual external audit. • Oversee the preparation, processing and mailing out of Form 1099s to vendors, following IRS guidelines, including the maintenance of Form W-9 files. • Contribute to the development and documentation of processes and procedures to enhance efficiency. • Participate in other special projects on an ad hoc basis. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience in the field of Accounting is required. • Proficiency in diverse accounting functions is essential. • Experience and knowledge in handling Accounts Payable (AP) is necessary. • Must possess the ability to manage Accounts Receivable (AR). • Auditing skills and experience are a key requirement. • Familiarity with billing functions is needed. • Proficiency in using NetSuite software is a must. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .