<p>Robert Half is working with a client in the food production and supply chain sector to hire an Accountant for a temporary role. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized professional who enjoys working with detailed documentation, reconciling high-volume transactional data, and partnering across multiple operational teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will bring experience in reconciliation, accounting support, transportation logistics, operations, or settlement processing, along with the ability to manage a fast-moving workflow with precision and professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Review, process, and maintain manifests, tags, load tickets, and related records</li><li>Verify documentation for completeness and accuracy before entry and reconciliation</li><li>Enter, validate, and reconcile load data across accounting and ERP platforms</li><li>Cross-check transportation records, manifests, and internal systems to ensure accountability</li><li>Investigate discrepancies related to weights, routes, missing loads, duplicate loads, rejected loads, and other data exceptions</li><li>Support settlement processing by ensuring validated and balanced records</li><li>Assist with audits, reconciliation reviews, and month-end reporting support</li><li>Maintain organized records to support compliance, retention, and audit readiness</li><li>Partner with operations, dispatch, transportation, quality, plant teams, and accounting to resolve issues quickly</li><li>Identify recurring issues and help improve processes and controls</li></ul><p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li>Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred</li><li>Experience in reconciliation, accounting support, logistics, operations, or similar administrative functions</li><li>Background in manufacturing, food production, agriculture, transportation, or related industries preferred</li><li>Intermediate Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets</li><li>ERP experience preferred; Sage or similar systems are a plus</li><li>Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and communication skills</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to join a Contract assignment supporting daily accounting operations in Modesto, California. This role is well suited for someone who can quickly step into a busy environment, organize financial activity, and keep essential processes moving with limited supervision. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in core bookkeeping, works confidently with incomplete information, and uses sound judgment to resolve routine accounting issues.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to support accurate and timely financial processing.</p><p>• Prepare, issue, and track checks while ensuring payment records are properly documented.</p><p>• Receive, record, and reconcile deposits, using Yardi for tasks related to deposit processing.</p><p>• Maintain organized and accurate bookkeeping records to support ongoing accounting operations.</p><p>• Use QuickBooks to enter transactions, review account activity, and help keep financial data current.</p><p>• Research discrepancies in financial records and take appropriate action to resolve unclear or missing items.</p><p>• Support accounting continuity by helping the team stay organized during a period of reduced staffing.</p><p>• Assist with bank and account reconciliations to confirm balances and identify exceptions promptly.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our team in Turlock, California. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to support key financial operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The role involves working closely with the Controller and Billing Manager to ensure smooth accounting processes and vendor relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounts payable functions for multiple entities and vendors, ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedures.</p><p>• Analyze workflow processes to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate payment of bills while maintaining compliance with departmental guidelines.</p><p>• Process invoices for payment by comparing purchase orders, prices, payment terms, and additional charges.</p><p>• Perform accounting tasks such as transaction processing, account maintenance, and recording entries.</p><p>• Assist the Controller with bank reconciliation and other financial duties as needed.</p><p>• Maintain strong vendor relationships and address inquiries or issues effectively.</p><p>• Supervise and provide guidance within the accounting and administrative department.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless communication and coordination of accounting tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.</p>
<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to support financial operations. This individual will play a key role in driving an accurate and timely close process, maintaining a disciplined general ledger, and ensuring strong financial controls across the organization.</p><p>This is a highly visible role partnering closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational and financial decision-making. For more information on this position please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and execute the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in alignment with corporate deadlines</li><li>Prepare and maintain detailed balance sheet reconciliations with full supporting documentation</li><li>Analyze variances versus budget and prior periods</li><li>Oversee corporate credit card program, including reconciliations and policy compliance</li><li>Track capital projects and ensure proper capitalization in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Maintain fixed asset subledger and depreciation schedules</li><li>Reconcile capital spend to approved budgets and support capital planning initiatives</li><li>Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and regulatory requirements</li><li>Prepare and file recurring reports (sales & use tax, property tax, and other filings)</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and supporting documentation</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes, including testing and documentation</li><li>Support ERP systems (SAP experience highly preferred) to ensure data integrity</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls</li><li>Partner with operations, finance, and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Provide support across AR/AP processes as needed</li><li>Monitor receivables and assist in resolving issues impacting cash flow and collections</li><li>Collaborate on operational or customer-related issues impacting financial results</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a retail organization in Stockton, California on a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will take ownership of payroll processing for a workforce of about 100 employees while also contributing to HR coordination and accounts payable support. The role is best suited for someone who can manage sensitive information carefully, work efficiently in a fast-paced onsite setting, and provide dependable administrative support across multiple functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer end-to-end payroll for approximately 100 employees, ensuring wages, deductions, and related entries are handled accurately and submitted on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records and employee information within Paycom, keeping data current and organized for day-to-day operations.</p><p>• Assist with onboarding activities, personnel file updates, and other HR administrative tasks that support the employee lifecycle.</p><p>• Provide accounts payable assistance by entering invoices, helping coordinate payment activity, and supporting vendor-related documentation.</p><p>• Address employee questions related to pay, records, and general HR matters with professionalism and timely follow-up.</p><p>• Prepare, organize, and preserve payroll, HR, and AP documentation to support accuracy, compliance, and internal reporting needs.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal team members on routine administrative assignments and provide coverage for related operational tasks as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please contact Cortney 209-751-7698</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to support manufacturing operations in California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who can turn production and financial data into clear cost insights that support sound business decisions. The role focuses on maintaining accurate cost records, evaluating standard costing performance, and partnering with plant and finance teams to strengthen cost control. If interested, reach out to Jason Lee or Lisa Woolworth for more information. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory activity, and production results to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improved financial performance.</p><p>• Maintain and update standard cost data to reflect materials, labor, and overhead inputs with a high degree of accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare recurring cost reports and variance analyses that help leadership understand plant performance and key cost drivers.</p><p>• Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance stakeholders to review production data and support cost-focused decision-making.</p><p>• Reconcile inventory and cost-related accounts to ensure financial records align with operational activity.</p><p>• Support budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close processes by providing reliable manufacturing cost information.</p><p>• Review costing assumptions and recommend adjustments that improve reporting accuracy and strengthen internal controls.</p><p>• Assist with cost analysis tied to process changes, production efficiency, and other operational initiatives when needed.</p>
Key Responsibilities<br>• Serve as the primary accounting contact and advisor for an assigned portfolio of client accounts.<br>• Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and month-end close.<br>• Set up, maintain, and optimize QuickBooks Online files, including chart of accounts, classes, locations, and integrations.<br>• Prepare and/or review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports for clients.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations of bank, credit card, and other key balance sheet accounts.<br>• Develop and monitor client-specific accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.<br>• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis for clients; provide insights and recommendations.<br>• Review work performed by staff/accounting specialists, providing direction, training, and performance feedback.<br>• Coordinate with tax and assurance teams to support year-end engagements and information requests.<br>• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement technology and workflow enhancements for clients.<br>• Assist with onboarding new clients, including needs assessment, engagement scoping, and system setup.<br>• Manage engagement deadlines and priorities across multiple clients, communicating proactively with internal teams and client management.<br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.<br>• CPA license preferred but not required.<br>• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including prior supervisor/manager responsibilities.<br>• Prior experience in a CPA firm or client accounting services environment strongly preferred.<br>• Expert-level proficiency with QuickBooks Online, including advanced features and third-party app integrations.<br>• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP for small to mid-sized businesses.<br>• Experience with non-profit organizations and various reporting requirements related to non-profits.<br>• Proven ability to manage multiple client relationships and competing priorities.<br>• Demonstrated leadership skills, including staff supervision, coaching, and delegation.<br>• High level of comfort working in cloud-based and paperless environments.<br>• Excellent communication and client service skills.<br>• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
<p>Amanda Warren with Robert Half is seeking an Accounts Payable /Payroll Clerk to join a nonprofit organization in Sonora, California and help maintain accurate, dependable financial operations. This position supports both payables and payroll activities, requiring strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a service-focused approach when working with employees and vendors. The ideal candidate will contribute to timely processing, organized recordkeeping, and compliance with nonprofit accounting practices and applicable regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, reimbursement requests, and payment submissions for accuracy, approvals, and correct account coding.</p><p>• Coordinate scheduled disbursements through checks and electronic payments while keeping payment activity timely and well documented.</p><p>• Maintain complete vendor files, including tax forms and supporting compliance records, and address statement discrepancies or unresolved balances.</p><p>• Administer regular payroll processing, updating employee earnings, deductions, tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefit-related changes as needed.</p><p>• Record and reconcile payroll activity to the general ledger and prepare payroll documentation required for internal review and audit support.</p><p>• Assist with month-end accounting tasks such as accrual entries, account reconciliations, bank balancing, and cash monitoring.</p><p>• Organize financial documentation for annual audits, grant-related reporting, and restricted fund tracking in accordance with nonprofit requirements.</p><p>• Respond to questions from staff and vendors regarding payments and payroll matters while helping strengthen procedures and internal controls.</p>