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 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• 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.<br>• Build, refine, and communicate forecasts for maintenance timing, cost, and asset performance by partnering with technical, finance, legal, trading, and marketing stakeholders.<br>• Validate monthly aircraft utilization information received from operators, maintain accurate asset records, and coordinate updates with internal teams that rely on current status reporting.<br>• Support monthly maintenance reserve processes by working with billing and risk partners to calculate reserve amounts and help maintain related collateral requirements.<br>• Manage annual maintenance reserve reconciliations, escalation updates, and lease-end financial assessments, including compensation calculations and other maintenance-related adjustments.<br>• Prepare technical budget estimates for aircraft transitions, repossessions, or similar events, and recommend actions that improve returns or reduce financial and operational risk.<br>• 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.<br>• Conduct asset and contract diligence for used aircraft acquisitions by reviewing utilization, technical records, and maintenance-related information to support investment decisions.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, support a timely close process, and provide reporting that helps leaders make informed business decisions. This position offers the opportunity to work across departments while strengthening controls, supporting compliance, and contributing to a well-organized accounting function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead key activities within the monthly and annual close cycle, including preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and completing account reconciliations<br>• Oversee the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring records align with accounting standards<br>• Produce financial statements, variance analyses, and supporting documentation for management review and operational planning<br>• Partner with auditors by assembling requested schedules, preparing backup materials, and addressing follow-up questions during audit engagements<br>• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks when needed to support day-to-day accounting operations<br>• Reconcile cash activity, bank accounts, and intercompany balances to maintain complete and accurate reporting<br>• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting procedures and internal controls to increase efficiency and reduce risk<br>• Work closely with operations, human resources, and leadership on reporting needs, compliance matters, and finance-related questions
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing team in California. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage core financial activities, support accurate reporting, and contribute to process improvements across the organization. The position offers the opportunity to work across several accounting areas while partnering with internal teams to maintain strong financial controls and reporting accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee fixed asset accounting by maintaining subledger records, recording additions, calculating depreciation, and processing retirements in line with company policy and accounting standards.<br>• Prepare borrowing base schedules and perform supporting reconciliations to ensure complete, accurate, and timely reporting for internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Manage prepaid expense activity by recording, tracking, and amortizing balances each month in the appropriate accounting periods.<br>• Review and monitor accruals and customer-related deductions, analyze variances, and confirm proper financial treatment of promotional and marketing-related activity.<br>• Support month-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and helping ensure financial results are reported accurately.<br>• Perform account and bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.<br>• Contribute to manufacturing cost accounting activities by assisting with financial analysis and maintaining accurate cost-related records.<br>• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen accounting processes and operational efficiency.<br>• Communicate food safety or quality concerns to authorized personnel so corrective action can be taken promptly when needed.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with an innovative medical device manufacturer in the Carlsbad 92010 area that is expanding its Accounting team due to continued growth. This is an exciting opportunity for a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> looking to step into a highly visible role where you'll partner closely with Finance leadership, support strategic initiatives, and contribute to process improvements that help drive the business forward. This organization offers a collaborative culture, modern technology, excellent leadership, and the opportunity to work on projects that extend beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.</p><p><strong>What You'll Be Responsible For</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Analyze financial statements and investigate account variances</li><li>Maintain the general ledger and ensure GAAP compliance</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation</li><li>Assist with inventory accounting and fixed asset management</li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements</li><li>Collaborate with FP&A and operational leadership</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial reporting for the Oceanside, California location. This role will oversee close activities, reconciliations, cash flow tracking, and compliance-related filings while partnering with internal teams and external advisors. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to improve processes in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve variances through detailed analysis.<br>• Review financial records and statements to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting standards and internal procedures.<br>• Prepare journal entries, supporting schedules, and account analyses for routine and complex transactions.<br>• Submit monthly financial data through the company’s consolidation platform and maintain reliable reporting documentation.<br>• Monitor cash activity and support short-term cash flow planning to help maintain effective financial operations.<br>• Contribute to annual budget development and assist with updates to forecasts and spending plans as needed.<br>• Coordinate with external tax advisors on filings, complete sales and use tax returns, maintain fixed asset records, and support internal and external audit requests.<br>• Oversee accounts payable accuracy by reviewing invoice coding and helping ensure timely processing of vendor payments and employee expense reimbursements.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and strengthen day-to-day financial processes.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with an innovative and rapidly growing San Diego company seeking a talented <strong>Senior Staff Accountant</strong> to join its expanding finance team. This is not your typical accounting role. Our client is looking for someone who wants to be a strategic contributor, help drive process improvements, and make a visible impact across the organization.</p><p>As businesses throughout San Diego continue to grow, experienced accounting professionals are becoming increasingly valuable. This opportunity offers direct exposure to leadership, complex accounting projects, and the chance to work alongside a team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional development. If you enjoy turning numbers into meaningful business insights, improving processes, and being part of a company experiencing exciting growth, this could be the perfect next step in your career.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries and reconciliations</li><li>Analyze financial statements and trends</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting initiatives</li><li>Support external audits and tax compliance efforts</li><li>Maintain and improve internal controls</li><li>Reconcile complex balance sheet accounts</li><li>Partner with department leaders on financial reporting needs</li><li>Assist with cash flow management and analysis</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes</li></ul>
<p>A luxury hospitality management group overseeing multiple hotels and restaurants throughout Southern California is seeking a <strong>Senior Staff Accountant</strong> to join its expanding corporate finance team. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working in a multi-entity environment, leading critical accounting functions, and mentoring junior team members. This highly visible role offers direct exposure to executive leadership while playing a key part in financial reporting, internal controls, and process improvement initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Corporate Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for multiple business entities</li><li>Prepare complex journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Review financial statements and analyze operating results</li><li>Assist with consolidations and intercompany transactions</li><li>Support annual audits and tax preparation</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Mentor junior accounting staff and review work for accuracy</li><li>Develop and improve accounting procedures and internal controls</li><li>Partner with operations leaders to analyze financial performance</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting</li><li>Participate in ERP enhancements and accounting system implementations</li></ul><p><br></p>
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>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>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing life sciences organization to identify a Senior Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who is comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and has a strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day general ledger accounting activities</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments</li><li>Lead and support the month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate variances</li><li>Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting</li><li>Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities as needed</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis</li><li>Support audit and tax preparation requests</li><li>Assist with technical accounting and special projects as needed</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records in the company’s ERP system</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with operations, finance, and other internal teams</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to oversee inventory and cost accounting activities in San Clemente, California. This role will play a key part in the monthly close cycle, financial analysis, and balance sheet integrity while partnering with operations and manufacturing teams to support accurate reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of inventory accounting, sound judgment in resolving variances, and a proactive approach to improving processes and controls.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead inventory-related month-end close activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and explaining fluctuations in financial results.<br>• Oversee cost accounting processes by maintaining standard costs, evaluating production absorption, and assessing cost trends and product profitability.<br>• Record inventory-related adjustments such as capitalization entries, reserve estimates, and manufacturing variance activity in line with company policies.<br>• Maintain accuracy across general ledger accounts tied to inventory, purchase price differences, and production-related variances.<br>• Coordinate with operations, supply chain, and manufacturing partners to research transaction issues, resolve discrepancies, and improve financial visibility.<br>• Support internal and external audit requests and help ensure adherence to applicable accounting guidance and reporting standards.<br>• Review monthly results against budget and forecast, identify key drivers of variances, and provide clear financial insights to stakeholders.<br>• Analyze manufacturing and inventory exceptions such as scrap, cycle count discrepancies, and transaction errors, and recommend corrective actions.<br>• Use advanced Excel and data analysis tools to organize complex information, prepare reports, and deliver ad hoc financial analysis.<br>• Contribute to process optimization, automation efforts, and system enhancement initiatives that strengthen efficiency and reporting quality.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support accurate financial reporting and strengthen day-to-day accounting operations. This position plays a key role in the monthly close, audit readiness, compliance activities, and maintenance of sound accounting procedures. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sharp analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across finance functions while helping develop entry-level team members.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage monthly and periodic close activities by preparing journal entries, supporting schedules, and clear financial variance explanations.<br>• Review and reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts, researching discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.<br>• Develop, update, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and standard operating documentation to support consistency and internal control.<br>• Assemble financial reporting packages for leadership review and revise schedules or analyses based on feedback from management.<br>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows by improving coordination, accuracy, and control across related processes.<br>• Prepare required tax, survey, and regulatory filings with close attention to accuracy, completeness, and submission deadlines.<br>• Partner with external auditors by organizing documentation, answering requests, and providing schedules needed for annual audit activities.<br>• Monitor adherence to applicable local, state, and federal requirements and help ensure accounting practices remain compliant.<br>• Provide guidance and training to accounting team members while contributing to process improvement efforts and special projects.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing energy organization in Newport Beach, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This role is fully onsite and will support core general ledger activities, monthly and quarterly close processes, and complex accrual accounting in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is confident working independently, can navigate established workpapers and procedures with minimal direction, and communicates clearly around deadlines and close progress.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries that support accurate monthly and quarterly financial reporting.</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations across balance sheet and related general ledger accounts, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Manage significant recurring accruals, including complex cost-related entries tied to liquefied natural gas operations.</p><p>• Review and record additional purchases, prepaid balances, and other accrual activity to ensure proper period recognition.</p><p>• Contribute to an eight-day close cycle by organizing deliverables, maintaining accuracy, and meeting reporting timelines.</p><p>• Use prior-period workpapers and existing accounting procedures to complete assignments efficiently with limited oversight.</p><p>• Partner with the Accounting Manager and Controller to address questions, escalate issues, and support close-related decision-making.</p><p>• Support quarter-end activities, which may occasionally require limited overtime or weekend availability to meet deadlines.</p>
A Management Resources client in East County San Diego is seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This role will support the accounting team with month-end close, reconciliations, payroll accounting, audit support, and general ledger activities. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, experience with ASC 842 lease accounting, and exposure to grant accounting.<br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Prepare and post monthly journal entries.<br>Perform account reconciliations, including complex balance sheet reconciliations.<br>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.<br>Review and reconcile payroll transactions and related accounts.<br>Support audit preparation by gathering documentation and responding to auditor requests.<br>Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>Assist with financial reporting and variance analysis.<br>Support accounting for grants, including tracking expenditures and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.<br>Maintain lease accounting schedules and related reporting under ASC 842.<br>Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and process issues.<br>Collaborate with cross-functional departments to support accounting operations and financial accuracy.<br>Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives as needed.<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.<br>5+ years of progressive accounting experience.<br>Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and month-end close.<br>Experience reviewing and reconciling payroll accounts.<br>Prior audit support or audit assistance experience.<br>Experience with ASC 842 lease accounting required.<br>Experience with grant accounting preferred.<br>Strong balance sheet reconciliation experience.<br>Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.<br>Experience with ERP/accounting systems.<br>Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.<br><br>Preferred Qualifications<br><br>CPA or CPA-track a plus.<br>Nonprofit, government, or grant-funded environment experience highly preferred.<br>Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and transition into a permanent role.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team in California. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and a client-focused approach to tax, accounting, and advisory work. The role offers the opportunity to oversee complex engagements, support client decision-making, and help guide developing team members while contributing to a high standard of service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Advise business clients on tax strategies that support operational goals and long-term financial planning.<br>• Prepare and review a broad range of tax filings, including returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates, gifts, and trusts.<br>• Handle consolidated tax return work with accuracy and a strong understanding of applicable reporting requirements.<br>• Direct multiple client engagements at once, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and team performance are consistently met.<br>• Lead accounting, consulting, review, and audit-related assignments from planning through completion.<br>• Strengthen client relationships by identifying needs, communicating clearly, and delivering responsive, high-quality service.<br>• Provide guidance and day-to-day support to Staff Accountants through coaching, training, and example-driven leadership.<br>• Oversee billing and budget activities, including resolving challenging collection, invoicing, or cost management matters.<br>• Contribute to firm growth by participating in industry networking and business development efforts.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our finance team in Newport Beach, California. This role will oversee core accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, and help ensure timely reporting across key monthly and annual processes. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment, and a detail-oriented approach to reconciliations, accruals, and compliance-related filings.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage recurring lease and rent-related accounting entries and ensure transactions are recorded accurately within the general ledger.<br>• Prepare and submit sales and use tax filings on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis while maintaining supporting documentation.<br>• Monitor capital spending activity, evaluate items for fixed asset classification, and coordinate the transfer of eligible costs into depreciable asset records.<br>• Calculate and post depreciation expense in accordance with company policy and established accounting schedules.<br>• Record payroll-related journal entries, including compensation, employee benefits, retirement contributions, and performance-based incentive amounts.<br>• Complete intercompany elimination entries to support accurate consolidated financial reporting.<br>• Analyze financial activity and prepare month-end accruals to ensure expenses are recognized in the proper reporting period.<br>• Assist with year-end audit preparation by gathering schedules, reconciling balances, and responding to audit support requests.<br>• Perform account analysis and reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, to identify discrepancies and maintain reporting accuracy.