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41 results for Senior Financial Reporting Accountant in Carlsbad, CA

Accounting Manager

La Jolla, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, ensuring financial records are accurate, timely, and fully reconciled. • Manage cash positioning activities by tracking short-term liquidity needs and supporting longer-range investment planning through ongoing treasury oversight. • Develop and maintain a rolling 12-month cash forecast to support financial planning and organizational decision-making. • Partner with department leaders to provide financial insights, reporting, and analysis that improve performance and inform budgeting priorities. • Prepare financial summaries and interpret key results for leadership by gathering, analyzing, and presenting relevant accounting data. • Strengthen accounting operations by building useful reports, refining workflows, and introducing technology solutions that improve efficiency. • Maintain a strong internal control environment by designing, monitoring, and enforcing procedures that safeguard organizational assets. • Lead coordination of the annual external audit by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and supporting completion of required filings and reconciliations. • 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.
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Vista, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, account reconciliations, and the preparation of accurate journal entries. • Lead monthly and annual close cycles by coordinating timelines, reviewing transactions, and ensuring financial results are reported on schedule. • Prepare financial statements and supporting analyses for leadership, highlighting trends, performance drivers, and notable variances. • Manage fixed asset accounting by monitoring capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and balance sheet accuracy. • Support budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data, validating assumptions, and assisting with planning updates. • Evaluate accounting workflows and internal controls, recommending and implementing improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency. • Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues, provide financial insight, and align reporting with operational activity. • Assist with internal and external audit requirements by organizing documentation, answering inquiries, and maintaining compliance with applicable standards. • Supervise and mentor accounting team members as needed, helping to establish priorities and maintain strong departmental performance.
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
59.375 - 68.75 USD / Hourly
The successful consultant will possess a strong understanding of ASC 606, experience reviewing complex customer contracts, and the ability to lead revenue-related close, compliance, and process improvement initiatives. This individual will oversee a small team, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and provide practical solutions in a fast-paced environment.This engagement requires a unique blend of technical revenue accounting expertise and strong people leadership skills.Key ResponsibilitiesRevenue Recognition & Technical Accounting Review and analyze customer contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition treatment under ASC 606.Evaluate complex revenue arrangements, performance obligations, and revenue allocations.Research and document technical accounting conclusions related to revenue recognition matters.Provide guidance and recommendations on revenue accounting treatments and related business transactions.Analyze deferred revenue and other revenue-related balance sheet accounts. Month-End Close & Financial Reporting Lead revenue accounting month-end close activities, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.Ensure the accuracy and completeness of revenue-related financial reporting and account balances.Partner with Financial Reporting and FP&A teams to support revenue forecasting and reporting requirements. Team Leadership & Oversight Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and guidance to accounting team members.Review work product, establish priorities, and ensure deadlines are achieved.Serve as a resource and escalation point for complex accounting and operational issues.Foster accountability and collaboration across the team while ensuring high-quality deliverables. Compliance, Controls & Process Improvement Own and support revenue-related SOX controls and compliance activities.Coordinate with internal and external auditors and respond to audit requests.Identify process gaps and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and control effectiveness.Support system and workflow enhancements related to revenue accounting and reporting. Business Partnership Collaborate with stakeholders across Accounting, Finance, Contracting, Operations, Project Management, and other business functions.Communicate complex accounting concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences.Support special projects, business initiatives, and ad hoc analyses as needed. QualificationsRequired Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant revenue recognition responsibilities.Strong technical accounting knowledge with hands-on experience applying ASC 606.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Jr. Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 33 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization to identify a Junior Staff Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate or early-career accounting professional looking to gain hands-on experience and build a strong foundation in corporate accounting. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with day-to-day general ledger accounting activities</li><li>Prepare and post basic journal entries and accruals</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions</li><li>Assist with invoice processing, cash applications, and payment processing</li><li>Research and resolve accounting discrepancies</li><li>Assist with maintaining accurate financial records</li><li>Support the preparation of financial reports and analysis</li><li>Assist with audits and other accounting projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with companies in the construction and manufacturing industries to identify Accounting Specialists for contract, contract-to-hire, and project-based opportunities. These roles are ideal for accounting professionals with experience supporting day-to-day accounting operations in fast-paced, operationally focused environments. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities</li><li>Process vendor invoices, customer invoices, payments, and cash receipts</li><li>Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close activities</li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, and general ledger accounts</li><li>Review accounting records and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with job costing, project accounting, inventory accounting, or cost tracking as applicable</li><li>Review purchase orders, invoices, and supporting documentation for accuracy</li><li>Assist with billing, collections, and payment processing</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor, customer, and financial records</li><li>Support financial reporting and accounting analysis</li><li>Assist with audits and special accounting projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Sr Accounting Manager

Tustin, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
12000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting functions and help maintain accurate, compliant financial reporting for our operations in California. This role combines hands-on leadership of daily accounting activities with ownership of close processes, audit coordination, and technical accounting review. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, a process-improvement mindset, and the ability to guide a team while partnering effectively with cross-functional stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, accounts payable, inventory and cost accounting, fixed assets, revenue recognition, client invoicing, and project-related financial tracking. • Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close procedures by preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and analyzing financial results against budget and prior periods. • Evaluate lease agreements and research accounting questions to support appropriate treatment under applicable U.S. accounting standards and company policies. • Review project accounting, inventory valuation, cost analysis, and revenue-related transactions to promote consistency, accuracy, and timely reporting. • Prepare and validate financial statements, delivering meaningful variance commentary and insights to management on operating performance. • Supervise accounts payable activities, including oversight of invoice review, purchase order matching, corporate card reconciliations, expense reporting, vendor records, and accrual accuracy. • Manage fixed asset accounting by monitoring acquisitions, disposals, depreciation, impairment assessments, physical asset counts, and reconciliation of subledger activity to the general ledger. • Coordinate tax-related filings and support, including property tax, sales and use tax, and other required reporting, while partnering on annual tax provisions and return reviews. • Serve as the primary accounting lead for internal and external audits, responding to requests, organizing documentation, and strengthening control readiness. • Identify opportunities to improve workflows, strengthen standard operating procedures, and contribute to special projects that enhance accounting effectiveness and compliance.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a fast-paced wholesale distribution environment in Irvine, California. In this role, you will turn financial and operational data into clear business insight that supports planning, performance management, and leadership decisions. You will work closely with teams across sales, operations, service, and shared services while contributing to monthly reporting, forecasting, and budgeting activities. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong analytical discipline with the ability to explain the story behind the numbers. Responsibilities: • Analyze monthly revenue and gross margin results across business segments, product categories, and customer groups, delivering clear explanations for performance changes. • Prepare detailed comparisons against budget, forecast, and prior-year results by isolating the effects of volume, product mix, pricing, and foreign exchange. • Build and maintain financial models and performance bridges that help leadership understand key drivers and support forward-looking planning. • Monitor operating expenses by function and cost center, identifying recurring trends, one-time impacts, and areas that require corrective action. • Partner with HR, operations, and accounting teams to review headcount costs, validate accruals during close, and improve the accuracy of financial reporting. • Manage financial analysis for the service business, including revenue, margin, labor costs, reserves, and inventory-related impacts. • Evaluate service performance using operational and financial indicators such as technician productivity, efficiency, and cost per service event, then help develop actions to improve profitability. • Track service-related provisions and inventory exposure, including warranty reserves and slow-moving stock, with monthly reconciliations and variance commentary. • Support month-end close, forecast cycles, and budget preparation while assisting the FP&A team with reporting improvements and evolving analytics processes.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Lead daily accounting operations and help prioritize assignments across the team to ensure deadlines and departmental goals are met. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities while supporting accurate transaction processing and issue resolution. • Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and review of financial results. • Perform variance analysis and ad hoc reporting to provide insight into business performance and support decision-making. • Administer the Avalara sales tax platform and maintain compliance with sales and use tax requirements. • Review and support expense reporting processes, including oversight of employee reimbursements and related documentation. • Assist accountants with shortage claims and help coordinate follow-up, resolution, and reporting as needed. • Use advanced Excel tools such as PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and SUMIFS to analyze data, prepare reports, and improve reporting accuracy.
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

FP&A Analyst

Irvine, CA
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Temporary / Contract
50 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an FP&A Analyst to join a finance team in Irvine, California on a Contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can strengthen budgeting and forecasting processes, build meaningful financial insights, and support ongoing planning initiatives in a dynamic environment. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with finance leadership and contribute to both core reporting activities and special analytical projects. Responsibilities: • Lead recurring budgeting and forecasting activities, delivering timely updates that support business planning and financial decision-making. • Take ownership of expanding the NetSuite Planning and Budgeting environment, including configuration support, process rollout, and practical adoption across finance workflows. • Develop financial models, dashboards, and management reports that translate data into actionable business insights. • Partner with finance team members to evaluate trends, explain variances, and improve the accuracy of forward-looking projections. • Use advanced Excel tools to perform analysis and reporting for needs that are not yet fully supported within the planning system. • Support ad hoc finance initiatives by gathering data, assessing business performance, and presenting clear recommendations to stakeholders. • Help refine planning and reporting processes to improve consistency, efficiency, and visibility across the organization.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

FP&A Analyst

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Develop recurring monthly and quarterly financial reporting materials for management and executive stakeholders, including presentations used for leadership and Board review. • Create and maintain reporting that compares actual results against budget and forecast, and summarize key variances, trends, and business drivers. • Contribute to annual budgeting and periodic forecasting activities by updating planning models, validating submitted data, and supporting departmental financial reviews. • Work with business leaders and finance partners to provide analysis that improves visibility into performance and supports informed decision-making. • Monitor cash flow expectations and evaluate working capital activity by analyzing major balance and trend movements across the business. • Build and update dashboards and scorecards that track operational and financial performance for business units and corporate teams. • 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. • Support cost management and efficiency efforts through targeted analysis, opportunity tracking, and ad hoc reporting as needed. • Prepare presentation materials, scheduled analyses, and special financial reports for senior executives and other key stakeholders.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant - Construction

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing construction company to identify a Staff Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with strong general ledger experience who is comfortable working in a project-based construction environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform day-to-day general ledger accounting activities</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger activity</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed</li><li>Assist with job costing, project accounting, and cost tracking</li><li>Review project-related expenses and ensure costs are properly coded</li><li>Assist with construction billing, change orders, and contract-related accounting</li><li>Support financial reporting and variance analysis</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records and assist with audit requests</li><li>Assist with special accounting and finance projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Cost Accounting Manager

Vista, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring financial results are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule. • Review journal entries, reconciliations, and account fluctuation analyses to maintain reliable financial records and strong balance sheet support. • Oversee full absorption cost accounting, including inventory valuation, standard cost maintenance, and analysis of material, labor, and overhead variances. • Manage inventory reconciliation activities by investigating differences between operational records, system data, and financial reporting, and drive timely resolution. • Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to strengthen inventory controls, support physical counts, and evaluate key cost drivers affecting production. • Prepare financial statements, forecasts, budgets, and reporting packages for leadership and corporate consolidation requirements. • Establish and maintain internal controls related to revenue recognition, accruals, fixed assets, leases, intercompany activity, and manufacturing accounting processes. • Support internal and external audit requests, regulatory reporting needs, and documentation requirements for divisional entities. • Serve as a trusted finance partner to divisional leadership by communicating financial results, highlighting risks, and supporting informed decision-making. • Identify and implement process and system improvements, including support for ERP-related enhancements, accounting policy alignment, and the development of team members.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Project Manager/Accounting Manager

Tustin, CA
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Temporary / Contract
50 - 65 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager or Accounting Manager to support our Orange County manufacturing client. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone in finance who combines strong cost accounting knowledge with the ability to guide complex, cross-functional initiatives. The position will work closely with multiple departmentsto keep key projects on track while also providing sound accounting expertise and clear communication across teams. Responsibilities:• Lead and coordinate two active initiatives at the same time, ensuring milestones, dependencies, and deliverables remain aligned with business objectives.• Oversee the implementation progress of an accounts payable automation effort, partnering with stakeholders to support execution and issue resolution.• Support the launch and ongoing coordination of a material-to-shipping project in collaboration with IT and supply chain teams.• Apply manufacturing cost accounting knowledge to advise project decisions, including standard rate methodology and cost-related analysis.• Track timelines, priorities, and project updates using tools such as Microsoft Project, Teams, or similar planning platforms.• Prepare and deliver clear status updates and presentations for leadership and cross-functional groups.• Contribute accounting expertise in areas such as general ledger activity and month-end close as needed to support operational goals.• Report project progress, risks, and key decisions to the Controller while helping drive accountability across participating teams.
2026-08-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Asset Analyst

Newport Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Asset Analyst to oversee the financial and maintenance performance of a portfolio of commercial aircraft in Newport Beach, California. This position partners with teams across finance, technical operations, trading, and commercial functions to evaluate asset condition, project maintenance-related cash flows, and support informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, comfort working with complex datasets, and the ability to translate findings into clear recommendations for stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Lead recurring and ad hoc reviews of aircraft maintenance condition across the portfolio, identifying exposure trends, remaining service life, and projected maintenance-related cash requirements for individual assets. • Build, refine, and communicate forecasts for maintenance timing, cost, and asset performance by partnering with technical, finance, legal, trading, and marketing stakeholders. • Validate monthly aircraft utilization information received from operators, maintain accurate asset records, and coordinate updates with internal teams that rely on current status reporting. • Support monthly maintenance reserve processes by working with billing and risk partners to calculate reserve amounts and help maintain related collateral requirements. • Manage annual maintenance reserve reconciliations, escalation updates, and lease-end financial assessments, including compensation calculations and other maintenance-related adjustments. • Prepare technical budget estimates for aircraft transitions, repossessions, or similar events, and recommend actions that improve returns or reduce financial and operational risk. • Advise pricing and commercial teams on portfolio transactions such as sales, extensions, and transitions by providing maintenance cash flow analysis, condition outlooks, and economically sound technical term recommendations. • Conduct asset and contract diligence for used aircraft acquisitions by reviewing utilization, technical records, and maintenance-related information to support investment decisions.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 32 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst for our client, a growing organization in the biotech industry located in San Diego, California. This role will support payroll operations by ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, analyzing payroll data, and helping ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience working in payroll systems, and the ability to collaborate with accounting, human resources, and leadership teams in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process and review payroll for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness</li><li>Analyze payroll data, earnings, deductions, taxes, and adjustments</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure proper documentation</li><li>Support multi-state payroll processing and compliance activities</li><li>Assist with payroll journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting teams on employee changes, benefits, and reporting</li><li>Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Prepare payroll-related reports for management and audit support</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

La Jolla, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client, a growing and innovative technology company in San Diego, CA, is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join their team. This role will be responsible for supporting payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, maintaining compliance with applicable laws and company policies, and assisting with payroll reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll knowledge, analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys problem-solving, working cross-functionally, and contributing to process improvements. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on schedule for multi-state employees</li><li>Review payroll data for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefit withholdings</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end close activities related to payroll</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee questions, and tax-related issues</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management, accounting, and audit purposes</li><li>Support payroll tax filings and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Collaborate with Human Resources, Accounting, and other departments to ensure accurate employee data and payroll changes</li><li>Assist with system testing, payroll audits, and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Help maintain confidentiality and integrity of payroll information</li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z