<p><strong>This is the kind of Senior Accountant role that can actually move your career forward.</strong></p><p>A well-established North County organization is looking for a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to join its accounting team and take ownership of complex accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is designed for someone who has mastered the fundamentals of accounting and is ready for <strong>more ownership, more visibility, and more exposure to the business</strong>.</p><p>You'll work closely with the Controller and accounting leadership while becoming a key resource for financial reporting and accounting projects. This is a particularly strong opportunity for someone who eventually wants to move into an <strong>Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller</strong> position.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you'll be responsible for:</strong></p><ul><li>Own assigned portions of the monthly and quarterly close process.</li><li>Prepare and review complex journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze general ledger activity and investigate unusual transactions.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Analyze income statement and balance sheet activity.</li><li>Assist with audit schedules and respond to auditor requests.</li><li>Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities.</li><li>Prepare recurring management reports and financial analysis.</li><li>Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend corrective action.</li><li>Help improve accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls.</li><li>Participate in system implementations, process improvements, and special accounting projects.</li><li>Serve as a resource for junior accounting staff and assist with training when needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A growing manufacturing company is looking for a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to become a key member of its accounting team. This position goes beyond transactional accounting and is designed for someone who is comfortable owning significant portions of the <strong>month-end close, general ledger, reconciliations, and financial reporting process</strong>.</p><p>You’ll work closely with accounting leadership and operational teams to understand financial activity, identify variances, and help ensure the company's financial information is accurate and timely.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Own assigned areas of the monthly close process</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries</li><li>Perform complex account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain and analyze balance sheet accounts</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Analyze manufacturing expenses and operational variances</li><li>Assist with inventory and cost accounting activities</li><li>Review accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and other accounting schedules</li><li>Investigate unusual fluctuations and transaction discrepancies</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting activities</li><li>Prepare financial information for management review</li><li>Assist with annual audits and tax-related requests</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes</li><li>Partner with operations, purchasing, and finance teams</li><li>Assist with special projects and accounting initiatives</li></ul>
<p>A growing construction company is seeking a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to support its expanding accounting operation. This is a hands-on role for an experienced accounting professional who understands that construction accounting requires more than simply balancing the books — you need to understand <strong>project costs, contracts, billing, cash flow, and how financial performance connects to individual jobs. </strong>The Senior Accountant will partner with project managers, leadership, and the accounting team to keep financial reporting accurate and provide visibility into project performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Own:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage key components of the monthly and year-end close</li><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts</li><li>Review project-related revenue and expenses</li><li>Monitor job costs and project profitability</li><li>Reconcile construction-related accounts</li><li>Assist with progress billing and contract accounting</li><li>Review subcontractor and vendor activity</li><li>Analyze budget-to-actual project performance</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Track accruals, retainage, prepaids, and other balance sheet activity</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting and forecasting</li><li>Research project accounting discrepancies</li><li>Support annual audits, tax filings, and external accounting requests</li><li>Maintain documentation and accounting schedules</li><li>Help strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls</li><li>Partner with project management and operations teams</li><li>Support special financial and accounting projects</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in San Diego, California. This role will oversee core accounting operations, support an accurate and efficient close cycle, and strengthen processes across payables, payroll, and intercompany activity. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and a process-minded approach to improving reporting and controls.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct accounting for operating expenditures and cost of revenue, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in the proper period.<br>• Prepare, analyze, and approve journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations as part of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle.<br>• Administer accounting for prepaid assets, fixed assets, depreciation, leases, and accrued obligations while maintaining complete supporting records.<br>• Oversee the full procure-to-pay workflow, including vendor setup, invoice processing, payment coordination, and enhancement of approval procedures through automation tools.<br>• Partner with FP&A and finance leadership to explain budget-versus-actual results and contribute to management reporting deliverables.<br>• Manage payroll accounting activities by recording payroll entries, reconciling liabilities, maintaining allocation logic, and improving visibility into labor-related costs.<br>• Handle intercompany accounting across multiple entities, including invoicing, allocations, settlements, reconciliations, and foreign currency-related entries.<br>• Support accounting systems optimization by participating in data migration, testing, documentation, workflow design, and internal control improvements.<br>• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation, respond to external audit requests, and help maintain readiness across assigned accounting areas.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in Costa Mesa, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, guiding the monthly close cycle, and delivering meaningful reporting insights to accounting leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment in reviewing financial activity, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external auditors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close process and help ensure financial reporting is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements and provide clear analytical summaries and observations to the Controller.<br>• Review and approve general ledger reconciliations to support the accuracy and completeness of account balances.<br>• Oversee reconciliation activity tied to cross-functional departments and confirm that transactions are properly reflected in the ledger.<br>• Evaluate and approve journal entries prepared by accounting staff to maintain strong financial controls.<br>• Review weekly payment runs and purchase order activity to verify accuracy, documentation, and required approvals.<br>• Support accounting operations related to receivables and partner with campus departments to ensure proper fixed asset accounting practices.<br>• Manage data flow between accounting, payroll, and other connected systems to help maintain reliable financial information.<br>• Work directly with external auditors during annual audits and assist with the preparation of organizational tax filings while ensuring adherence to internal policies and procedures.
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team. This role is suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys working in a fast-moving growth environment and taking ownership of core financial operations. The position will support accurate reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to maintain sound financial controls.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Examine and authorize journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports to maintain the accuracy of accounting records.<br>• Manage general ledger activity, accruals, revenue accounting, and balance sheet reconciliations while supporting strong financial integrity.<br>• Develop and refine accounting procedures and internal controls that can support continued business growth and operational complexity.<br>• Work closely with international headquarters, internal departments, and outside accounting partners to align financial reporting and resolve accounting matters.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce close timelines, and enhance the reliability of financial reporting.<br>• Support ERP and reporting system improvements, including enhancements, integrations, and optimization efforts related to accounting operations.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a finance team in California. This role is suited for someone who can lead core accounting activities, produce accurate financial reporting, and bring consistency to a developing team environment. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing close processes, supporting daily transactional accounting, and strengthening the reliability of financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close cycle, ensuring entries are recorded accurately and deadlines are met.<br>• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules to provide clear visibility into business performance.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by posting journal entries and validating account activity.<br>• Oversee account, bank, and cash reconciliations to confirm completeness and accuracy across balances.<br>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, helping maintain timely and accurate transaction processing.<br>• Contribute to team stability by promoting organized workflows, consistency, and dependable accounting practices.<br>• Assist with cash management responsibilities, including monitoring balances and related reporting.<br>• Provide accounting support connected to the organization’s move from QuickBooks to NetSuite, including data validation and process alignment.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing accounting team in Newport Beach, California. This role is responsible for supporting an accurate and timely close process while helping maintain the integrity of consolidated financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to work effectively across monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead assigned aspects of the monthly close by preparing, reviewing, and validating journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.<br>• Maintain accuracy across general ledger activity by analyzing account balances, resolving discrepancies, and documenting conclusions clearly.<br>• Coordinate complex accounting tasks related to consolidations, including foreign currency remeasurement, intercompany eliminations, and expense allocations.<br>• Support special accounting initiatives by organizing deliverables, preparing related entries, and ensuring complete documentation for each project.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency and recommend practical process enhancements that strengthen timeliness and accuracy.<br>• Contribute to the development and application of accounting policies that promote consistent reporting across the organization.<br>• Partner with internal and external auditors by assembling audit schedules, responding to requests, and providing detailed financial support during quarterly and year-end reviews.<br>• Assist with internal and external financial reporting by preparing information used in management packages and regulatory filings while following established controls and compliance standards.
<p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> for an opportunity with an established corporate organization. This role will support month-end close, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting while working closely with the broader accounting and finance team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts</li><li>Prepare financial statements and internal reporting</li><li>Research and resolve accounting discrepancies</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Support external audits and provide requested documentation</li><li>Assist with process improvements and other accounting projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an Equity Fund Accountant to support investor accounting and fund operations for a private investment platform in Newport Beach, California. This position partners closely with operations, compliance, and investment teams to oversee capital activity, maintain accurate records, and help deliver timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to improving processes in a detail-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain the integrity of investor, entity, property, and custodian records within internal accounting and operational systems.<br>• Prepare and review capital activity, including contributions, distributions, investor elections, and related cash movement across escrow and partnership accounts.<br>• Calculate capital calls, investor allocations, management fees, preferred returns, and carried interest in accordance with governing agreements.<br>• Support valuation and reporting processes by analyzing fund activity and ensuring financial data is complete, accurate, and timely.<br>• Interpret partnership and offering documents to confirm that allocations, fee treatment, and investor transactions align with fund terms.<br>• Monitor intercompany and affiliate loan activity and help track related balances and repayment activity.<br>• Coordinate with external audit and tax advisors by providing documentation, responding to inquiries, and supporting deliverable deadlines.<br>• Lead communication with internal stakeholders and external partners on investor accounting matters, client deliverables, and operational priorities.<br>• Identify workflow gaps, recommend practical improvements, and contribute to projects that strengthen controls, reduce risk, and increase efficiency.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to support a range of tax compliance and preparation activities for individuals and businesses. This position is well suited for someone who can manage multiple return types, apply current tax regulations accurately, and maintain strong organization throughout the filing process. The ideal candidate brings sound technical tax knowledge, a careful approach to financial data, and the ability to deliver timely, accurate work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review tax filings for individuals, corporations, and partnerships while ensuring accuracy and completeness.<br>• Manage income tax return preparation from initial documentation through final submission in accordance with applicable regulations.<br>• Handle sales and use tax reporting responsibilities and maintain compliance with jurisdictional requirements.<br>• Analyze financial records and supporting documents to determine proper tax treatment and identify reporting issues.<br>• Maintain organized tax workpapers, schedules, and supporting files to support audits, filings, and internal review.<br>• Apply tax accounting principles to assist with calculations, reconciliations, and reporting obligations across client or business entities.<br>• Communicate with stakeholders to gather missing information, clarify tax positions, and help keep filing deadlines on track.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to support a high-volume tax workflow for an IT Software organization in Aliso Viejo, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on researching and resolving primarily state corporate income tax notices while also assisting with related property tax, transaction tax, and business license matters. The ideal candidate brings strong corporate tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to analyze incomplete information to determine accurate next steps and avoid unnecessary payments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, investigate, and respond to a large volume of incoming tax notices with an emphasis on state corporate income tax matters.<br>• Analyze account details, filings, and payment history to determine the cause of tax notices and recommend the appropriate resolution.<br>• Prepare documentation and correspondence needed to address notices, disputes, adjustments, and follow-up actions with tax authorities.<br>• Support additional notice-related work involving property tax, transaction tax, and business license obligations as priorities shift.<br>• Assist with estimated tax payment support and related corporate income tax activities to help maintain compliance.<br>• Track open tax issues, organize supporting records, and maintain clear status updates to ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.<br>• Collaborate with internal tax stakeholders to gather missing information, clarify filing positions, and resolve complex notice questions efficiently.
We are looking for an Accountant to join a team in Newport Beach, California in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can quickly step into a fast-paced accounting environment, manage daily financial activities with limited onboarding, and support accurate reporting across property-related operations. The ideal candidate brings solid experience with accounting systems used in real estate or property management settings, along with a strong command of payroll, ledger activity, and financial statement review.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.<br>• Prepare and review bank reconciliations to ensure account accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Process payroll activities with attention to compliance, accuracy, and established deadlines.<br>• Produce financial reports and assist with the preparation and analysis of individual and consolidated financial statements.<br>• Evaluate accounting records to confirm completeness, accuracy, and alignment with reporting requirements.<br>• Support property accounting functions by tracking financial activity related to real estate portfolios and operating entities.<br>• Utilize AppFolio or comparable property management accounting platforms to maintain records and execute core accounting tasks.<br>• Contribute effectively in a high-volume environment by prioritizing work, meeting deadlines, and handling multiple financial processes simultaneously.
<p>A growing distribution company is looking for an <strong>Accountant</strong> to join its accounting team and support the day-to-day financial operations of a busy, inventory-driven business. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a hands-on environment and wants exposure to <strong>general ledger activity, reconciliations, inventory, AP/AR, and month-end close</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll work closely with accounting and operations teams to make sure transactions are recorded accurately and financial information is ready when leadership needs it.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Record and maintain daily accounting transactions</li><li>Prepare bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity</li><li>Assist with inventory reconciliations and adjustments</li><li>Analyze discrepancies between inventory and accounting records</li><li>Maintain supporting schedules for balance sheet accounts</li><li>Review invoices and expense coding for accuracy</li><li>Assist with prepaid expenses and accruals</li><li>Monitor customer and vendor account activity</li><li>Prepare recurring financial reports</li><li>Research unusual transactions and account variances</li><li>Assist with audit and tax documentation</li><li>Support the accounting team with special projects and process improvements</li></ul>
<p><strong>An established manufacturing company in Vista is adding a Staff Accountant to its Finance & Accounting team.</strong> This role is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how a business actually operates — not just recording transactions. You'll have exposure to <strong>general ledger accounting, inventory, cost accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting</strong>, working closely with Accounting and Operations.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close</li><li>Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate variances</li><li>Assist with cost accounting and manufacturing expense analysis</li><li>Review financial transactions for accurate coding</li><li>Maintain prepaid, accrual, and fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with AP and AR as needed</li><li>Prepare monthly financial reports</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support inventory counts and related accounting activities</li><li>Assist with standard cost and variance reporting</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with annual budget and forecast preparation</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes</li></ul>
<p>A growing Carlsbad organization is looking for a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to support its corporate accounting function. This is a well-rounded opportunity for an accountant who wants exposure to the full monthly close process and the opportunity to work alongside Finance, Operations, and leadership. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, prepaid, accrual, and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting schedules</li><li>Review transactions for proper coding and classification</li><li>Assist with AP and AR oversight and issue resolution</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Research unusual account activity and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with fixed asset accounting</li><li>Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with expense and budget-to-actual analysis</li><li>Prepare documentation for audits and tax filings</li><li>Maintain organized supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with process improvements and accounting projects</li><li>Partner with other departments to resolve accounting questions</li></ul>
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team in Irvine, California on a Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career accounting candidate who is eager to build hands-on experience across core financial operations. The role will support day-to-day accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, and contribute to timely month-end processes while working closely with internal stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and help ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare and post routine journal entries while maintaining organized records for daily accounting activity.<br>• Reconcile bank statements and investigate discrepancies to keep cash balances and related accounts accurate.<br>• Support the review and balancing of general ledger accounts by completing account reconciliations and resolving variances.<br>• Assist with accounts receivable tasks, including tracking incoming payments and following up on outstanding balances when needed.<br>• Maintain clear and accurate financial documentation to support audits, reporting, and internal controls.<br>• Contribute to month-end close activities by updating schedules, reviewing transactions, and helping finalize accounting records.<br>• Partner with finance and operational teams to address transactional issues and improve the accuracy of accounting data.
<p>A growing North County construction company is looking for a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join its accounting team and support multiple active projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands general accounting but also enjoys getting into the details behind project costs, subcontractors, billing, and job profitability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Track project-related labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses</li><li>Review job costs and compare actual spending against budgets</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and project-specific balances</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to assigned projects</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Prepare financial schedules and management reports</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external audits and tax requests</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> for an opportunity with an established organization. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in general accounting and hands-on experience working in <strong>NetSuite</strong>. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations and month-end close while working closely with the broader accounting team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Perform day-to-day general accounting activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash-related accounting activities</li><li>Review transactions for accuracy and proper account coding</li><li>Record accruals, prepaid expenses, and other recurring journal entries</li><li>Assist with financial reporting and management reporting</li><li>Research and resolve discrepancies in the general ledger</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records within <strong>NetSuite</strong></li><li>Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation</li><li>Support process improvements and other accounting projects as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> for an opportunity with an established manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of accounting experience and a strong understanding of general accounting in a manufacturing or product-based environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Support AP, AR, and general ledger activities</li><li>Reconcile inventory and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Assist with cost accounting and variance analysis</li><li>Review financial transactions for accuracy and proper coding</li><li>Support financial reporting, audits, and other accounting projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are inviting applications for the role of a Staff Accountant in Laguna Beach, California. This role is central to our clients real estate team, primarily focusing on accounts payable tasks using Yardi software. The role is in-office and offers an exciting opportunity for those with a background in accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Execute and supervise accounts payable using Yardi software</p><p>• Perform check runs and contribute to other accounting tasks as needed</p><p>• Offer support to property management and office tasks as required</p><p>• Ensure precision and meticulousness in all financial transactions</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable tasks and bank reconciliations</p><p>• Maintain and manage the general ledger</p><p>• Record and manage journal entries</p><p>• Close financial records at the end of each month</p><p>• Use accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP effectively.</p>
<p><strong>A North County construction company is adding a Staff Accountant to support its growing accounting operation.</strong> This is a hands-on position for someone who wants exposure to both traditional accounting and <strong>job/project accounting</strong>.</p><p>You'll work closely with Project Managers and Operations to make sure project costs, vendor activity, billing, and financial reporting are accurate.</p><p><strong>What You'll Own:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Review project-related expenses and job costs</li><li>Track labor, materials, subcontractor, and other project expenses</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Review project budgets versus actual spending</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to projects</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and other project-specific balances</li><li>Prepare financial reports and accounting schedules</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external accountants, auditors, and tax professionals</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working onsite and can manage a blend of transactional accounting, record maintenance, and financial data accuracy. The position will contribute to core accounting activities while helping keep financial information organized, current, and reliable.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting transactions and monthly close work.<br>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger records to ensure financial information is complete and accurate.<br>• Perform data entry and data cleanup tasks to improve the quality and consistency of accounting records.<br>• Assist with corporate tax and sales tax support activities, including organizing documentation and preparing related information.<br>• Help compile schedules and supporting details for corporate tax return preparation and review.<br>• Work onsite with internal stakeholders to address accounting questions and resolve record discrepancies.<br>• Monitor financial documentation and update accounting files to support audit readiness and reporting needs.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing team in California in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This role will support core accounting operations across credit and collections, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger activities while helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work across departments to resolve account issues and support close processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily credit and collections activities by reviewing customer balances, tracking overdue invoices, and ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding accounts.<br>• Evaluate customer financial profiles to help determine credit eligibility, recommend appropriate exposure limits, and monitor ongoing risk.<br>• Investigate payment delays, billing questions, and account discrepancies, working directly with customers and internal teams to reach resolution.<br>• Maintain accounts receivable records through account reconciliations, aging analysis, unapplied cash review, and support accurate cash posting.<br>• Assist with invoicing activities and provide additional coverage for receivables functions when workload demands require it.<br>• Offer backup support for accounts payable tasks, including invoice review, vendor statement reconciliation, and payment processing assistance.<br>• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations while researching unusual balances and documenting findings.<br>• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close by updating schedules, assembling supporting documentation, and responding to audit requests.<br>• Recommend improvements to accounting workflows, internal controls, and reporting practices to strengthen accuracy and efficiency.
Senior Project Accountant Consultant<br><br>Robert Half Management Resources is seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant Consultant to support a growing construction organization. This consultant will serve as a key member of the accounting team, providing hands-on project accounting support, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, improving processes, and partnering closely with project managers and operational leaders. The ideal candidate will bring strong construction accounting experience, audit support expertise, and the ability to quickly step into a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities<br>Oversee project accounting activities for assigned construction projects, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and GAAP.<br>Partner with Project Managers and operational stakeholders to provide financial insights, resolve accounting issues, and support project success.<br>Review contracts and understand project-specific accounting requirements, billing terms, and financial obligations.<br>Prepare and support interim and year-end audit requests, maintaining thorough and accurate documentation.<br>Review and track preliminary notices, lien waivers, and subcontractor compliance documentation.<br>Prepare and review AIA billings and supporting schedules.<br>Process and monitor subcontractor payments, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.<br>Review project cost coding and validate vendor and subcontractor invoices.<br>Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis.<br>Assist with sales tax and job cost-related accruals in accordance with applicable regulations.<br>Support accounts receivable activities, including billing reconciliation and cash application.<br>Identify opportunities to streamline and improve project accounting processes, reporting, and controls.<br>Ensure adherence to month-end, quarter-end, and annual reporting deadlines.<br>Provide guidance and mentorship to entry level accounting staff as needed.<br>Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned.<br>Qualifications<br>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.<br>5+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years of construction or project accounting experience.<br>Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting controls.<br>Experience supporting interim and year-end external audits.<br>Experience working in publicly traded or SOX-compliant environments preferred.<br>Proven experience with project accounting, job costing, progress billing, and subcontractor management.<br>Working knowledge of AIA billing requirements.<br>Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems.<br>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.<br>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.<br>Excellent communication and business partnering abilities.<br>CPA, CMA, or CCIFP designation preferred.<br>Consultant Profile<br><br>The successful consultant will be a hands-on accounting detail oriented who can quickly learn the organization's processes, support project accounting operations, improve efficiencies, and provide accurate financial reporting. This individual will thrive in a dynamic construction environment and effectively partner with both finance and project management teams to ensure timely and accurate financial execution.<br><br>Location: San Diego, CA (onsite preferred) or Remote within Pacific or Central Time Zones<br><br>Engagement Type: Consultant / Contract Engagement through Robert Half Management Resources.