Description We are inviting applications for the role of Sr. Accountant based in Santa Barbara, California, United States. The individual in this role will be pivotal in managing the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and job cost accounting processes. As a Sr. Accountant, you will contribute significantly to job cost tracking, project cost analysis, and provide financial insights to aid strategic business decisions. Responsibilities: • Oversee and maintain the job cost accounting system, ensuring all costs are correctly recorded and allocated to the right projects. • Analyze project costs, track discrepancies, and prepare detailed job cost reports for management review. • Monitor project budgets, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions to project managers and leadership. • Review vendor invoices and purchase orders related to specific projects and ensure timely payments. • Work closely with project managers to ensure job costs align with project timelines and budgets. • Assist in forecasting future costs and ensuring job profitability throughout the project lifecycle. • Provide insights and analysis to support decision-making for ongoing and upcoming projects. • Ensure proper internal controls are in place to safeguard financial data and prevent errors or fraud. • Continuously evaluate accounting processes for efficiencies and recommend improvements to enhance accuracy and effectiveness. • Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure all transactions are recorded accurately. • Manage accounts receivable, ensuring all payments are collected and applied appropriately. • Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations and schedules of job cost accounts and all balance sheet accounts. • Prepare and review financial statements with a focus on job costing and project profitability. • Ensure all financial data is accurately reported in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. Requirements Job Title: Sr. Accountant Requirements: • Proficiency in Account Reconciliation • Expertise in Balance Sheet Reconciliation • Experience with Bank Reconciliations • Familiarity with General Ledger management • Ability to handle Journal Entries • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel • Experience in Month End Close procedures • Knowledge of Excel Formulas • Experience with Sage Intacct software 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) .