We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead property accounting activities for a real estate portfolio in California. This role oversees close cycles, financial reporting, lease accounting review, and audit support while guiding a team of accountants. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to maintain accurate, timely reporting in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct month-end and quarter-end close activities for assigned real estate properties, ensuring deadlines are met and reporting is accurate.<br>• Examine journal entries, accruals, reserves, and balance sheet reconciliations to confirm completeness and compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Oversee lease accounting reviews and prepare technical accounting documentation to support conclusions and reporting treatment.<br>• Approve monthly property financial packages and analyze period-over-period variances to identify unusual trends or reporting issues.<br>• Coordinate audit support by preparing requested schedules, responding to auditor questions, and addressing information needs from senior leadership.<br>• Lead, coach, and monitor the accounting team’s daily work, including supervision of Project Accountants and overall workload management.<br>• Strengthen accounting operations by refining procedures, supporting internal controls, and contributing to policy and process improvements.<br>• Manage talent activities such as hiring, onboarding, performance feedback, training, and career development for accounting staff.<br>• Contribute to special projects and other ad hoc initiatives that support finance and property accounting objectives.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations in Carlsbad, California while serving as the senior finance leader on site. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing strategic oversight with direct execution, from managing close activities to shaping accounting practices and reporting. The role works closely with company leadership and provides meaningful influence over financial controls, compliance, systems, and business support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.<br>• Prepare financial statements and consolidated reporting materials for the parent organization in alignment with its reporting calendar and requirements.<br>• Manage accrual-based accounting activities, including revenue treatment, inventory accounting, credit loss reserves, and general ledger accuracy.<br>• Review and improve the chart of accounts and strengthen accounting processes to support clear, efficient financial reporting.<br>• Develop materials and analysis to support leadership presentations for recurring board meetings.<br>• Oversee internal controls activities, including testing, corrective action follow-up, audit coordination, and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures.<br>• Administer tax-related accounting responsibilities such as multi-state sales and use tax compliance, exemption certificate tracking, and coordination with external tax advisors.<br>• Supervise core transactional functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, credit administration, and payroll processing.<br>• Act as the business owner for QuickBooks Enterprise, including system setup, user access, reporting, close management, and coordination on integrations, backups, and upgrades.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams on budgeting, forecasting, cash planning, pricing analysis, margin review, inventory costing, and evaluation of future accounting or ERP systems.
We are looking for an experienced Audit Senior to join a public accounting team serving clients in Carlsbad, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage assurance engagements from planning through completion while maintaining strong client relationships and high-quality deliverables. The successful candidate will bring sound technical accounting knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to balance multiple deadlines in a client-focused environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct audit, review, and assurance engagements for a range of clients, including community associations, while ensuring quality and consistency throughout the process.<br>• Organize engagement plans, coordinate fieldwork, and drive assignments through completion in alignment with applicable standards.<br>• Develop and examine audit documentation, financial reports, and note disclosures to support accurate and compliant reporting.<br>• Assess internal control environments, identify operational gaps, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen financial processes.<br>• Investigate complex accounting and audit matters and apply appropriate guidance to support well-reasoned conclusions.<br>• Present observations, conclusions, and improvement recommendations clearly to clients and firm leadership.<br>• Oversee entry-level team members by assigning work, providing guidance, and reviewing deliverables for accuracy and completeness.<br>• Build and maintain strong client partnerships by delivering responsive service and managing expectations effectively.<br>• Monitor engagement timelines and budgets to help ensure projects are delivered efficiently and on schedule.<br>• Contribute to proposal development and support broader growth efforts within the audit practice.
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting team in California. This role is suited for someone who can oversee a varied client portfolio, deliver accurate tax work across multiple entity types, and build trusted client relationships through clear guidance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the preparation and review of tax filings for corporations, partnerships, individuals, and estates while maintaining accuracy and compliance.<br>• Manage multiple client engagements at once, establishing priorities, monitoring timelines, and ensuring responsive, high-quality service.<br>• Provide practical tax guidance to clients by explaining complex regulations in a clear and approachable manner.<br>• Conduct technical research on tax matters and apply findings to support planning, reporting, and compliance needs.<br>• Prepare and review annual income tax provisions and federal tax returns for a range of business and individual clients.<br>• Support matters related to entity formation and advise clients on tax considerations connected to organizational structure.<br>• Use industry-standard tools and software, including Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and tax preparation platforms such as Lacerte, to complete engagements efficiently.<br>• Identify tax issues, resolve filing challenges, and recommend effective solutions that align with client objectives and regulatory requirements.
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to support a long-term contract opportunity within the energy and natural resources sector in Newport Beach, California. This role will lead critical tax reporting and compliance activities, with a strong focus on annual income tax provision work and corporate return oversight. The ideal candidate brings deep technical tax expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex filings and provision processes in a dynamic business environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and review of annual income tax provisions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with applicable accounting and tax standards.<br>• Oversee the completion of corporate tax returns and related filings while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.<br>• Manage sales and use tax activities, including reporting, reconciliations, and issue resolution across relevant jurisdictions.<br>• Utilize CCH ProSystem Fx to prepare, analyze, and maintain tax workpapers, returns, and supporting documentation.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather financial data, assess tax impacts, and support timely reporting deadlines.<br>• Provide guidance on entity formation matters by evaluating tax considerations and documenting appropriate filing requirements.<br>• Review tax provision calculations and supporting schedules to identify risks, inconsistencies, and opportunities for process improvement.<br>• Support special tax projects and operational changes that affect reporting workflows, including updates to tax processes or related systems when needed.
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee core financial operations and ensure accurate, timely reporting for the organization. This role is based in Costa Mesa, California, and will guide day-to-day accounting activities while strengthening controls, supporting compliance, and delivering financial insight to leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a proactive approach to process improvement, and the ability to manage reporting cycles, audits, and regulatory obligations with confidence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting functions across billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, the general ledger, cost accounting, and revenue recognition activities.<br>• Direct the budgeting and forecasting process, track performance against plan, and explain material variances to leadership.<br>• Oversee month-end close activities and issue accurate monthly financial statements within established deadlines.<br>• Maintain high standards for financial reporting by reviewing transactions, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.<br>• Establish, refine, and document accounting procedures and internal control practices to reduce risk and support reliable reporting.<br>• Ensure timely completion of tax filings and other required reporting at the local, state, and federal levels.<br>• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and coordinate audit preparation, requests, and follow-up items.<br>• Evaluate financial results, identify trends or issues, and provide practical recommendations to support business decisions and financial planning.<br>• Partner with leadership on broader finance initiatives, including planning, risk assessment, and operational improvements as needed.
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 junior 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 professional 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.
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the assessment and modernization of a complex, high-volume payables operation in Solana Beach, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity will focus on improving efficiency, strengthening controls, and building a scalable automation approach across 19 entities. The consultant will partner with finance, operations, IT, and leadership teams to redesign workflows, recommend practical technology solutions, and support implementation of a more effective AP function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review the current accounts payable process across multiple entities and identify areas where automation can reduce manual effort and improve consistency.<br>• Analyze invoice intake, approval routing, vendor administration, payment activity, and reporting practices to uncover operational gaps and enhancement opportunities.<br>• Recommend and help deploy an accounts payable automation solution using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central capabilities and/or a compatible third-party platform.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define the most effective long-term approach for payables processing, controls, and system support.<br>• Create clear future-state process documentation, including approval structures, internal controls, exception handling, and workflow design.<br>• Lead core project activities such as process mapping, business requirements gathering, testing coordination, and implementation support.<br>• Improve efficiency for both purchase order and non-purchase order invoice processing while reducing paper-based approvals and manual data entry.<br>• Support user training and change adoption efforts while establishing performance metrics that strengthen accuracy, timeliness, and scalability within AP.
<p>A growing healthcare organization in <strong>Vista</strong> is looking for an <strong>AP Manager</strong> to take ownership of its accounts payable function. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing invoice processing, vendor relationships, payment cycles, reconciliations, and AP controls. The ideal candidate knows how to lead a team but isn't afraid to jump into the details when something needs to be investigated or resolved.</p><p><strong>Your responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the company's full-cycle AP function</li><li>Supervise and mentor AP staff</li><li>Establish priorities and monitor daily invoice workflow</li><li>Review invoice coding and approval requirements</li><li>Oversee three-way matching and purchase order processes</li><li>Manage weekly payment runs</li><li>Review vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain vendor master data and controls</li><li>Monitor AP aging and outstanding invoices</li><li>Partner with Purchasing and department leaders</li><li>Investigate duplicate invoices and payment issues</li><li>Oversee month-end AP close and accruals</li><li>Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end activities</li><li>Develop AP policies and procedures</li><li>Track AP metrics and identify process improvements</li><li>Support internal and external audits</li></ul>
<p><strong>Job costs, subcontractors, vendors, retainage—you know AP is more complicated when every invoice is tied to a project.</strong></p><p>A growing construction company in <b>Solana Beach </b>is looking for an <strong>Accounts Payable Manager</strong> to lead its project-based AP operations. You'll work closely with Project Managers, Purchasing, Accounting, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure invoices are properly coded, approved, and paid. This role is ideal for someone who understands that construction AP requires strong attention to <strong>job costing, purchase orders, contracts, lien documentation, and payment deadlines</strong>.</p><p><strong>What you'll be responsible for</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee full-cycle AP for multiple construction projects</li><li>Lead and develop the AP team</li><li>Review subcontractor and vendor invoices</li><li>Ensure invoices are coded to the appropriate projects and cost categories</li><li>Oversee three-way matching between POs, receipts, and invoices</li><li>Monitor subcontractor documentation and approvals</li><li>Review vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Manage payment schedules and cash requirements</li><li>Monitor retainage and project-related payables</li><li>Partner with Project Managers to resolve invoice issues</li><li>Review AP aging and identify outstanding liabilities</li><li>Lead month-end AP close and accrual processes</li><li>Assist with job-cost reporting</li><li>Maintain vendor records and payment controls</li><li>Establish and improve AP procedures</li><li>Prepare AP metrics and management reports</li><li>Support audits and year-end accounting activities</li></ul>
<p>If you're an accountant who naturally asks <em>“why doesn't this number tie out?”</em> and enjoys figuring out what is happening behind the numbers, this could be a great fit. A growing manufacturing organization in <strong>Encinitas </strong>is adding an <strong>Accounting Analyst</strong> to its Finance & Accounting team. This position sits between traditional accounting and financial operations, giving you exposure to reconciliations, reporting, inventory, month-end close, and process improvement.</p><p>You won't simply be entering transactions all day. You'll be expected to <strong>investigate discrepancies, identify trends, and help the team make its accounting processes cleaner and more efficient.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>WHAT YOU'LL ACTUALLY DO</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze general ledger activity and investigate unusual transactions</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Review inventory-related accounting activity</li><li>Reconcile operational data to financial records</li><li>Analyze variances and research discrepancies</li><li>Assist with journal entries and accruals</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting and management reports</li><li>Review transactions for appropriate coding</li><li>Partner with Operations, Purchasing, and Inventory teams</li><li>Maintain accurate financial documentation</li><li>Assist with internal and external audit requests</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows</li><li>Support special projects for the Controller and accounting leadership</li></ul>
<p>A growing manufacturing company in San Marcos is looking for an <strong>Accounting Supervisor</strong> to help oversee daily accounting operations while partnering closely with the Controller and Finance leadership. This is a great opportunity for a Senior Accountant who is ready to take on more leadership, review work, improve processes, and become a key resource for the accounting team. You'll have exposure across <strong>month-end close, reconciliations, AP/AR oversight, financial reporting, and internal controls</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you'll own</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and review day-to-day accounting activities</li><li>Lead portions of the monthly and year-end close</li><li>Review journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Oversee AP and AR activity</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements</li><li>Monitor general ledger accuracy</li><li>Review accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Investigate variances and unusual transactions</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Coordinate audit and tax-related requests</li><li>Develop and document accounting procedures</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate or streamline processes</li><li>Train and mentor accounting staff</li><li>Serve as a backup to the Controller when needed</li></ul>