We are looking for an experienced Financial Reporting Manager to support a leading financial services organization in Newport Beach, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a highly detail-oriented individual who brings strong expertise in financial reporting, fund accounting, and asset management within an investment-focused environment. The person in this role will oversee key reporting activities, monitor compliance obligations, and provide accurate financial information to internal and external stakeholders. This position is onsite five days per week and is well suited for someone who can operate confidently in a fast-paced, highly regulated setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and deliver recurring liquidity reports on a daily and weekly basis to support business visibility and decision-making.<br>• Produce a range of financial reports, including regulatory filings, investor materials, and special-request analyses, while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Support internal reporting needs by translating financial data into clear and reliable updates for leadership and business partners.<br>• Review transaction structures to confirm alignment with established requirements, controls, and governing agreements.<br>• Monitor borrowing-related obligations and help ensure ongoing adherence to debt covenant requirements.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather, validate, and reconcile financial information used in reporting packages.<br>• Create presentation-ready financial summaries and supporting schedules using Excel and PowerPoint for stakeholder review.
<p>Robert Half is currently representing one of San Diego's fastest-growing organizations seeking a <strong>Financial Analyst</strong> who wants to move beyond reporting and become a true business partner. Our client is experiencing significant growth and needs a finance professional who can provide leadership with actionable insights, strategic recommendations, and meaningful financial analysis. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with senior leadership and play a key part in shaping business decisions.</p><p>This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex business challenges, uncovering opportunities within data, and building strong partnerships across multiple departments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Create and maintain financial models</li><li>Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts</li><li>Analyze revenue and profitability trends</li><li>Conduct variance analysis and present findings</li><li>Evaluate operational performance metrics</li><li>Support strategic planning initiatives</li><li>Develop executive-level reporting packages</li><li>Assist with business case development for new initiatives</li><li>Monitor KPI performance and identify opportunities for improvement</li><li>Support mergers, acquisitions, and growth initiatives when applicable</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented FP&A Analyst to support financial planning, reporting, and business performance analysis for a growing organization in Irvine, California. This role partners closely with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver clear insights that guide budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound financial acumen, and the discipline to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop recurring monthly and quarterly financial reporting materials for management and executive stakeholders, including presentations used for leadership and Board review.<br>• Create and maintain reporting that compares actual results against budget and forecast, and summarize key variances, trends, and business drivers.<br>• Contribute to annual budgeting and periodic forecasting activities by updating planning models, validating submitted data, and supporting departmental financial reviews.<br>• Work with business leaders and finance partners to provide analysis that improves visibility into performance and supports informed decision-making.<br>• Monitor cash flow expectations and evaluate working capital activity by analyzing major balance and trend movements across the business.<br>• Build and update dashboards and scorecards that track operational and financial performance for business units and corporate teams.<br>• Collaborate with accounting and department leaders during close and review cycles to understand results, explain deviations, and refine outlooks for the remainder of the year.<br>• Support cost management and efficiency efforts through targeted analysis, opportunity tracking, and ad hoc reporting as needed.<br>• Prepare presentation materials, scheduled analyses, and special financial reports for senior executives and other key stakeholders.
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and cost oversight for a manufacturing environment in Vista, California. This role will guide the financial close cycle, maintain accurate inventory and standard costing practices, and deliver clear reporting that supports business decisions. The position also partners closely with operational and corporate stakeholders to strengthen controls, improve processes, and provide insight into financial performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring financial results are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.<br>• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and account fluctuation analyses to maintain reliable financial records and strong balance sheet support.<br>• Oversee full absorption cost accounting, including inventory valuation, standard cost maintenance, and analysis of material, labor, and overhead variances.<br>• Manage inventory reconciliation activities by investigating differences between operational records, system data, and financial reporting, and drive timely resolution.<br>• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to strengthen inventory controls, support physical counts, and evaluate key cost drivers affecting production.<br>• Prepare financial statements, forecasts, budgets, and reporting packages for leadership and corporate consolidation requirements.<br>• Establish and maintain internal controls related to revenue recognition, accruals, fixed assets, leases, intercompany activity, and manufacturing accounting processes.<br>• Support internal and external audit requests, regulatory reporting needs, and documentation requirements for divisional entities.<br>• Serve as a trusted finance partner to divisional leadership by communicating financial results, highlighting risks, and supporting informed decision-making.<br>• Identify and implement process and system improvements, including support for ERP-related enhancements, accounting policy alignment, and the development of team members.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a mission-driven nonprofit organization in La Jolla, California. This role will oversee core accounting operations, guide financial close and reporting activities, and deliver analysis that supports sound operational and strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting expertise, a proactive approach to cash and forecasting management, and the ability to strengthen processes, controls, and cross-functional collaboration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, ensuring financial records are accurate, timely, and fully reconciled.<br>• Manage cash positioning activities by tracking short-term liquidity needs and supporting longer-range investment planning through ongoing treasury oversight.<br>• Develop and maintain a rolling 12-month cash forecast to support financial planning and organizational decision-making.<br>• Partner with department leaders to provide financial insights, reporting, and analysis that improve performance and inform budgeting priorities.<br>• Prepare financial summaries and interpret key results for leadership by gathering, analyzing, and presenting relevant accounting data.<br>• Strengthen accounting operations by building useful reports, refining workflows, and introducing technology solutions that improve efficiency.<br>• Maintain a strong internal control environment by designing, monitoring, and enforcing procedures that safeguard organizational assets.<br>• Lead coordination of the annual external audit by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and supporting completion of required filings and reconciliations.<br>• Oversee payroll review, balance sheet reconciliations, quarterly tax reporting support, annual 1099 preparation, and collaboration with internal teams on workers’ compensation, grants reporting, and accounting coverage as needed.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting activities at our location. This on-site role is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can maintain accurate financial records, guide close activities, and deliver meaningful reporting that supports business decisions. The position also partners with operational leaders to strengthen controls, improve processes, and maintain a high standard of financial discipline within a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, account reconciliations, and the preparation of accurate journal entries.<br>• Lead monthly and annual close cycles by coordinating timelines, reviewing transactions, and ensuring financial results are reported on schedule.<br>• Prepare financial statements and supporting analyses for leadership, highlighting trends, performance drivers, and notable variances.<br>• Manage fixed asset accounting by monitoring capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and balance sheet accuracy.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data, validating assumptions, and assisting with planning updates.<br>• Evaluate accounting workflows and internal controls, recommending and implementing improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues, provide financial insight, and align reporting with operational activity.<br>• Assist with internal and external audit requirements by organizing documentation, answering inquiries, and maintaining compliance with applicable standards.<br>• Supervise and mentor accounting team members as needed, helping to establish priorities and maintain strong departmental performance.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a thriving San Diego organization seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee accounting operations and lead a talented team through the next phase of growth. This opportunity is perfect for an accounting professional who loves mentoring staff, improving processes, and influencing company-wide financial strategy. The Accounting Manager will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting while helping leadership make informed business decisions.</p><p>Our client offers an exceptional culture where employees are valued, challenged, and rewarded for their contributions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close</li><li>Manage and develop accounting staff</li><li>Review financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Establish and maintain internal controls</li><li>Coordinate external audits</li><li>Manage budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations</li><li>Lead process improvement initiatives</li><li>Partner with executive leadership on strategic projects</li><li>Oversee cash management and financial planning activities</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join a high-performing finance team in Newport Beach, California. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who combines strong financial statement knowledge with advanced modeling capabilities and a practical, solutions-oriented mindset. The position will play a central part in forecasting, business performance analysis, and leadership reporting while partnering closely with accounting, treasury, and other internal stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the maintenance and ongoing enhancement of the company’s financial planning models, ensuring inputs are accurate, assumptions are well supported, and outputs are reliable for decision-making.<br>• Partner with accounting and treasury teams to align forecasts, budgets, and financial results with broader business performance and reporting needs.<br>• Evaluate new transactions and business opportunities by building and reviewing financial analyses that clarify potential outcomes, risks, and value drivers.<br>• Prepare variance analyses and management reports that explain performance trends, key drivers, and areas requiring attention from leadership.<br>• Translate complex financial data into clear, concise insights for senior leaders and support presentations used in executive discussions.<br>• Perform ad hoc analysis to address evolving business questions, support strategic initiatives, and improve financial visibility across the organization.<br>• Review large datasets and detailed spreadsheets to identify patterns, validate assumptions, and strengthen the quality of financial recommendations.<br>• Contribute to process improvements within FP&A activities, including refining reporting approaches and supporting changes to financial workflows when needed.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support program finance activities for a high-technology engineering environment in Carlsbad, California. This role works closely with program leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen cost visibility, improve forecast accuracy, and provide insight into program financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a proactive approach to risk identification, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear business recommendations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and ongoing refinement of estimates at completion by evaluating incurred costs and building forward-looking, time-phased cost projections.<br>• Assess program financial results against plans and forecasts, then communicate key drivers, trends, and variances to stakeholders in a timely manner.<br>• Partner with teams across program management, supply chain, accounting, operations, and engineering to support execution, resolve financial issues, and improve decision-making.<br>• Establish and maintain program cost baselines that align budget expectations with schedule performance across multiple programs.<br>• Produce recurring and on-demand financial reports using available data sources to support internal reviews and external reporting needs.<br>• Identify financial risks and favorable opportunities, recommend response strategies, and help drive actions that improve program outcomes.<br>• Support annual operating plans and forecast cycles by developing revenue, margin, and cost assumptions grounded in program data.<br>• Contribute financial expertise during proposal activity, audit support, fact-finding exercises, and negotiation preparation as needed.<br>• Provide guidance to less experienced analysts through work review, knowledge sharing, and coaching on financial practices and procedures.
We are looking for a Credit Analyst to join our team in San Diego, California, supporting credit evaluation and portfolio oversight within the energy and natural resources sector. This role focuses on assessing counterparty financial strength, guiding credit decisions that enable commercial activity, and helping protect the business from unnecessary exposure. The position also contributes to reporting, account maintenance, and collections efforts through close coordination with commercial and finance stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate new and existing counterparties by reviewing financial statements, key ratios, and overall creditworthiness to support timely business decisions and commercial discussions.<br>• Gather and interpret third-party market intelligence and credit information from recognized external sources to strengthen risk assessments and recommendations.<br>• Conduct recurring portfolio reviews, update financial analyses, and apply internal scoring methodologies to determine appropriate risk classifications.<br>• Recommend and process revisions to customer credit capacity based on changing exposure, financial performance, and business needs.<br>• Calculate, track, and administer collateral or margin requirements, including cash deposits, letters of credit, guarantees, and related credit support arrangements.<br>• Prepare recurring management reports that summarize portfolio conditions, exposure trends, and other credit-related metrics with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Maintain complete and reliable counterparty records in the company’s credit and trading systems to support reporting and operational accuracy.<br>• Assist credit leadership with special assignments, ad hoc analysis, and routine requests tied to risk management and departmental priorities.<br>• Manage collection activities independently, follow up on outstanding balances, and work toward resolution in line with contractual payment terms.<br>• Partner with sales, leadership, and cross-functional teams to resolve billing or account disputes, reconcile balances, and preserve strong customer relationships while reducing settlement risk.
We are looking for a Financial Systems Auditor to support a contract-to-permanent opportunity based in California. This role is ideal for a hands-on systems specialist who can connect finance operations, application configuration, testing, and documentation in a regulated environment. You will work closely with finance and technology partners to shape system solutions, confirm they meet business needs, and help drive a successful deployment with strong audit readiness.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Drive discovery sessions with finance and technical stakeholders to define needs, document workflows, and translate operational goals into system design decisions for the Concur environment.<br>• Build and manage a comprehensive testing approach by creating test scenarios, coordinating user validation activities, tracking issues, and confirming fixes through final release.<br>• Prepare and maintain clear system documentation, including functional requirements, standard operating procedures, workflow visuals, training content, and materials suitable for audit review.<br>• Participate directly in system setup and validation activities, contributing hands-on configuration support rather than serving only in a coordination capacity.<br>• Collaborate on interface testing across Concur and NetSuite, and support additional connected platforms such as payroll systems when applicable.<br>• Partner daily with IT and finance teams to ensure business requirements are accurately reflected in configuration choices and fully covered by test execution.<br>• Monitor defects, facilitate prioritization discussions, and support regression efforts to protect system performance through go-live and stabilization.<br>• Help maintain compliance-focused records and controls that support a regulated operating environment and internal audit expectations.
We are looking for a meticulous and efficient Operations Specialist to join a dynamic financial advisory team in Carlsbad, California. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth preparation and organization of financial planning documents, client information, and advisor support materials. Your contribution will directly support client meetings and administrative processes, making you an integral part of the team's success.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare comprehensive financial planning documents and advisor packets well in advance of scheduled client meetings.<br>• Analyze advisor meeting notes to determine required materials, including statements, forms, and client-related information.<br>• Organize and maintain documentation pertaining to investment strategies, annuities, and asset transfers.<br>• Update and manage activities, tasks, and workflows using CRM systems, such as Redtail.<br>• Assist clients with policy modifications, account updates, and follow-through on administrative tasks.<br>• Compile planning materials into high-quality, client-ready packages for advisor review and presentation.<br>• Ensure the confidentiality, accuracy, and quality of all financial documents and processes.<br>• Work independently to meet deadlines, resolve issues proactively, and present viable solutions to challenges.<br>• Collaborate effectively with team members to ensure seamless communication and workflow.
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide the fiscal strategy and financial operations of a public sector organization in California. This role oversees budgeting, treasury activities, accounting, debt administration, and long-range planning while supporting transparent reporting and responsible stewardship of public resources. The Director of Finance will work closely with executive leadership and governing bodies to provide analysis, recommendations, and financial direction that align with organizational priorities and compliance standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the organization’s treasury function by managing cash positioning, liquidity needs, and investment activity to support ongoing operations and long-term financial goals.<br>• Build and maintain strong relationships with banking partners and other financial institutions to ensure effective access to services and efficient handling of funds.<br>• Establish and enforce financial policies, operating procedures, and internal controls that strengthen accountability across treasury and finance activities.<br>• Direct the preparation, coordination, and presentation of annual budgets, while guiding forecasting and multi-year financial planning efforts.<br>• Evaluate financial results, develop clear reports, and present recommendations to executive leadership, board committees, and the governing board to support informed decision-making.<br>• Oversee debt-related strategies, including bond financing, refinancing evaluations, reserve monitoring, and adherence to disclosure and regulatory obligations.<br>• Manage funding strategies connected to pension and other post-employment benefit obligations, ensuring sound planning for long-term liabilities.<br>• Supervise accounting, audit, and financial reporting functions to promote accuracy, timeliness, transparency, and compliance with governmental standards.<br>• Serve as Treasurer and represent the organization on fiscal matters in meetings with the board, public agencies, community stakeholders, and industry groups.<br>• Provide leadership to assigned staff and contracted resources, including hiring support, performance oversight, and compliance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Fund Accountant to support investor accounting and capital activity for a syndication platform based in El Cajon, California. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing recurring distribution processes, and ensuring investor reporting is timely and reliable. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, a disciplined approach to reconciliations, and the ability to manage sensitive financial data with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the general ledger and financial records for the capital entity, completing monthly close activities on schedule and keeping documentation prepared for audit review.<br>• Prepare and reconcile recurring investor distribution calculations, ensuring amounts are accurate, approvals are obtained, and release steps follow established controls.<br>• Administer partnership waterfall models for each syndication, including preferred returns, catch-up provisions, and sponsor promote allocations, with clear supporting documentation.<br>• Track individual investor capital balances and roll-forwards, performing regular reconciliations so account positions remain current and dependable.<br>• Record capital calls, funding activity, and related investor transactions, confirming that supporting records align with the accounting books.<br>• Develop investor reporting packages that summarize capital performance metrics, distribution activity, and capital account positions in a clear and consistent format.<br>• Maintain the accuracy of Juniper Square records by reconciling platform data to accounting balances each month and updating investor information as needed.<br>• Coordinate tax support and K-1 preparation timelines with external advisors, providing organized data and responding to requests on schedule.<br>• Document recurring procedures and work with internal systems partners to improve and automate distribution and reporting workflows where appropriate.
We are looking for a Business Analyst to support operational improvement and digital enablement initiatives in Newport Beach, California. This role works across business and technology teams to uncover process gaps, define more effective ways of working, and help deliver scalable solutions that improve performance across core supply chain activities. The position is well suited for someone who can connect business goals with system capabilities, guide cross-functional collaboration, and promote practical, data-informed decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate existing business workflows to uncover inefficiencies, process bottlenecks, and opportunities for greater consistency across operations.<br>• Create improved future-state processes that use system functionality and automation to reduce manual tasks and strengthen execution.<br>• Lead business analysis efforts for initiatives involving warehouse operations, procurement activities, and order management processes.<br>• Collaborate with business leaders, technical teams, and external partners to define requirements and align solutions with strategic priorities.<br>• Support the delivery lifecycle from initial discovery and requirements gathering through testing, rollout, and user adoption.<br>• Develop repeatable process models and documentation that can be applied across multiple sites and warehouse environments.<br>• Conduct gap assessments between current operations and desired capabilities, recommending practical improvements through D365 and connected platforms.<br>• Help drive digital transformation efforts by identifying opportunities to improve reporting, analytics, and operational decision support.
We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to support enterprise process improvement initiatives in Newport Beach, California. This role will work closely with operational leaders and technology teams to shape effective solutions using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and the Power Platform. The position focuses on translating business goals into practical system capabilities, improving workflows, and driving measurable results across customer-facing functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with business leaders and technical teams to gather, clarify, and prioritize functional needs for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement initiatives.<br>• Analyze current workflows, identify process gaps, and recommend scalable improvements that increase efficiency across sales, service, and field operations.<br>• Convert business objectives into detailed requirements, user stories, process maps, and supporting documentation for delivery teams.<br>• Collaborate with developers, architects, and project stakeholders to design and refine solutions built on Dynamics 365 and Power Platform tools.<br>• Support implementation efforts by validating configurations, coordinating user acceptance testing, and ensuring solutions align with operational expectations.<br>• Help establish adoption strategies, usage standards, and governance practices that promote consistent and effective platform utilization.<br>• Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders to keep projects aligned, informed, and moving forward.<br>• Monitor solution performance after deployment, gather feedback from users, and drive ongoing enhancements based on business value.<br>• Contribute to integration planning for Dynamics 365 with Microsoft applications, Azure services, or external systems when required.
<p><strong>Senior Accounting Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Santa Ana, CA - Hybrid schedule</p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-Time, Direct Hire</p><p><strong>Industry:</strong> Manufacturing</p><p><br></p><p>A rapidly growing, private equity-backed manufacturing company is seeking a <strong>Senior Accounting Manager</strong> to join its finance leadership team. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who brings a strong foundation in <strong>month-end close, GAAP, and financial reporting</strong>, along with a blend of <strong>public accounting and private industry experience</strong>.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and can help strengthen accounting operations, support reporting requirements, and drive process improvements as the business continues to scale.</p><p><strong><em>Key Responsibilities</em></strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Oversee the preparation and review of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Manage financial reporting activities and support internal and external reporting requirements</li><li>Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure the integrity of financial data and reporting</li><li>Support annual audit activities and coordinate with external auditors</li><li>Assist with technical accounting matters and application of GAAP guidance</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and support scalability</li><li>Mentor and develop accounting staff while helping manage team priorities and workflow</li><li>Participate in ad hoc projects and leadership initiatives as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities and provide day-to-day guidance to the team in Irvine, California. This position will oversee essential financial operations, support a timely close process, and help improve workload coordination across accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on leadership ability, and experience working in fast-paced manufacturing, consumer products, or distribution environments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting operations and help prioritize assignments across the team to ensure deadlines and departmental goals are met.<br>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities while supporting accurate transaction processing and issue resolution.<br>• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and review of financial results.<br>• Perform variance analysis and ad hoc reporting to provide insight into business performance and support decision-making.<br>• Administer the Avalara sales tax platform and maintain compliance with sales and use tax requirements.<br>• Review and support expense reporting processes, including oversight of employee reimbursements and related documentation.<br>• Assist accountants with shortage claims and help coordinate follow-up, resolution, and reporting as needed.<br>• Use advanced Excel tools such as PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and SUMIFS to analyze data, prepare reports, and improve reporting accuracy.