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18 results for Entry Level Financial Analyst in Cerritos, CA

Sr. Financial Analyst

Newport Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 154000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • 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. • Partner with accounting and treasury teams to align forecasts, budgets, and financial results with broader business performance and reporting needs. • Evaluate new transactions and business opportunities by building and reviewing financial analyses that clarify potential outcomes, risks, and value drivers. • Prepare variance analyses and management reports that explain performance trends, key drivers, and areas requiring attention from leadership. • Translate complex financial data into clear, concise insights for senior leaders and support presentations used in executive discussions. • Perform ad hoc analysis to address evolving business questions, support strategic initiatives, and improve financial visibility across the organization. • Review large datasets and detailed spreadsheets to identify patterns, validate assumptions, and strengthen the quality of financial recommendations. • Contribute to process improvements within FP&A activities, including refining reporting approaches and supporting changes to financial workflows when needed.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Accounting Analyst

El Segundo, CA
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Temporary / Contract
24.7 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to join a cosmetics organization in El Segundo, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This role supports day-to-day accounting and inventory activities across multiple product lines, with a focus on maintaining accurate records, analyzing discrepancies, and assisting with operational reporting. The position is well suited for someone who enjoys working with data, coordinating across teams, and keeping financial and inventory processes running smoothly in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Handle customer payment dispute research and follow through on chargeback resolution to support accurate financial outcomes. • Develop and update product markup information, ensuring calculations remain organized and aligned with business needs. • Review warehouse stock records and complete reconciliations to confirm inventory accuracy across locations. • Compare inventory data with external vendors and kitting partners, then investigate and resolve any mismatches. • Process order transfer activity and validate reporting for online sales channels such as Amazon and TikTok across multiple markets. • Record inventory-related adjustments tied to internal usage, testing, kitting activities, and production support needs. • Monitor returns, scrap activity, and related inventory movements to maintain reliable accounting records. • Organize cycle count activity, add new items to counting groups, and research variances involving raw materials and finished goods. • Coordinate the removal of obsolete inventory held at third-party facilities while supporting additional accounting and operational projects as needed.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Pasadena, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 29 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is in search for a Financial Analyst for local ongoing opportunities. The Financial Analyst, you will conduct financial modeling on various financial products as well as measure, analyze and forecast performance in conjunction with operating plans. Additional duties include advising management on the allocation of resources to best accomplish objectives and preparing reports for management. For Immediate consideration please email your resume and call 626.463.2030 to schedule an interview. Financial Modeling:· Develop and maintain financial models to analyze and forecast company performance· Use spreadsheet tools to create projections, scenario analyses, and sensitivity analyses.Budgeting and Forecasting:· Collaborate with various departments to create and manage budgets.· Prepare financial forecasts, identifying trends and potential areas of concern or opportunity.Financial Reporting:· Generate and analyze financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.· Communicate financial results and trends to management and stakeholders.Variance Analysis:· Conduct variance analysis to compare actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts.· Identify and investigate discrepancies, providing explanations for variances.Decision Support:· Provide decision support by analyzing financial data and making recommendations for strategic and operational decisions.· Assess the financial impact of potential investments, projects, or business initiatives.Market and Industry Analysis:· Monitor economic and industry trends that may impact the organization's financial performance.· Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support financial reporting and operational analysis for a construction-focused organization in Rancho Cucamonga, California. This role is ideal for someone who can turn complex, high-volume data into clear insights that support budgeting, forecasting, and business decisions. The position blends analytical work with practical accounting knowledge and calls for strong Excel expertise in a project-based environment. Responsibilities:• Build and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and models that convert large, detailed datasets into accurate and presentation-ready analysis.• Review project and operational data to identify trends, explain performance differences, and support monthly and ongoing variance analysis.• Partner with finance and operations teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and ad hoc reporting that informs business planning and resource allocation.• Analyze construction-related information such as subcontractor activity, equipment utilization, and usage reporting to improve financial visibility.• Organize and validate high-volume Excel data, often spanning tens of thousands of rows, to ensure consistency, accuracy, and usability.• Use advanced Excel tools, including PivotTables, Power Query, and financial modeling techniques, to streamline analysis and reporting processes.• Contribute accounting insight when evaluating financial results, reconciliations, and reporting outputs across projects and departments.
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant/Financial Operations Analyst

Santa Fe Springs, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Job Description: We’re seeking an Excel power player with a passion for data analytics, business operations, and financial accuracy to join our high-performing team. In this role, you’ll be the bridge between financial data and strategic decision-making — creating dashboards, mining data, reviewing billing systems, and ensuring every number aligns across multiple business units. This is a hands-on, impact-driven position within a thriving $100M distribution leader, offering you the chance to shape reporting processes and deliver insights that drive growth. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and maintain weekly and monthly reporting in Excel, including sales forecasting, operational metrics, and variance analyses.</li><li>Extract, clean, and analyze large datasets from ERP systems, credit card statements, and billing systems to support strategic initiatives.</li><li>Conduct data mining and identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvements.</li><li>Review general ledger coded entries, pricing terms, and billing accuracy to ensure all data matches contractual agreements.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting, operations, and sales teams to streamline data flow between departments.</li><li>Build and enhance Excel dashboards and other reporting tools for senior leadership.</li><li>Support ad-hoc analytics projects to improve operational efficiency and profitability.</li></ul>
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

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

Business Analytics/Data Analyst

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
47 - 55 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a Procurement Analytics & AI Enablement Consultant to support a procurement-focused transformation effort to support our global entertainment client based in Los Angeles, California. This long-term hybrid contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can turn operational data into clear insights, build scalable reporting solutions, and strengthen team adoption of digital collaboration and AI-enabled tools. The person in this role will partner with stakeholders to improve visibility into priorities, performance, and opportunities through dashboards, automated reporting, and structured knowledge-sharing resources. Responsibilities:• Create executive-facing dashboards that highlight procurement activity, initiative status, potential value opportunities, and overall performance trends.• Develop automated reporting processes by connecting Asana and other relevant data sources to deliver timely, reliable updates with less manual effort.• Establish and manage a centralized SharePoint environment that organizes key documents, communications, and reference materials for the broader team.• Promote effective use of SharePoint by defining content governance practices and ensuring information remains accurate, current, and easy to locate.• Produce practical AI learning materials that help teams apply generative AI to sourcing activities, supplier outreach, proposal review, negotiation support, and reporting tasks.• Lead workshops, user training sessions, and support hours to build confidence and increase adoption of AI-driven tools and workflows.• Design reusable prompt libraries, templates, and productivity resources that enable more consistent and efficient ways of working.• Identify workflow improvement opportunities within Asana and related processes to enhance operational efficiency and strengthen data quality.• Support analytics needs tied to large-scale transformation or post-merger integration activities as part of the broader procurement program.• Partner with stakeholders to gather feedback and continuously enhance reporting tools and analytics solutions.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Business Analyst

Irvine, CA
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Temporary / Contract
70 - 85 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Business Analyst for a client located in Irvine, CA. This is a 100% onsite role for atru Business Analyst focused on stakeholder engagement, requirements gathering, and project ownership, not a Data Analyst, Power BI, or development position. Ideal candidates are proactive, relationship-driven Business Analysts who enjoy working directly with stakeholders, asking questions, creating clarity, and moving projects forward.
2026-08-18T00:00:00Z

Business Analyst

Santa Monica, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
124000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Job TitleLead Business Systems Analyst Company OverviewA leading public-sector organization based in Los Angeles, CA, dedicated to delivering high-quality services to its community through innovation, transparency, and operational excellence. The organization leverages modern technology solutions to enhance service delivery, improve internal processes, and support data-driven decision-making across departments. Role SummaryThe Lead Business Systems Analyst serves as a strategic partner bridging business needs and technology solutions. This role leads large-scale system initiatives, drives process improvements, and ensures business applications are optimized for performance and user experience. Based in Los Angeles, CA, this position plays a critical role in shaping technology roadmaps and delivering impactful solutions that support organizational objectives while overseeing a small team. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead business systems initiatives, serving as a primary liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders</li><li>Gather, analyze, and document business requirements, translating them into functional specifications and user stories</li><li>Oversee system implementations, upgrades, and enhancements across enterprise applications</li><li>Develop and maintain technology roadmaps aligned with business strategy</li><li>Manage vendor relationships, including RFP/RFI/RFQ processes and contract oversight</li><li>Configure, test, and support enterprise software systems to ensure reliability and performance</li><li>Monitor system performance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement optimization strategies</li><li>Facilitate training sessions and develop documentation to support end users and self-service capabilities</li><li>Lead incident response efforts, including root cause analysis and post-incident reviews</li><li>Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and oversight to a team of 3–4 direct reports</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>$120,000 – $140,000</li><li>Competitive benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and certification support</li></ul>Additional Details<ul><li>Work model: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)</li><li>Position includes oversight of a small team (3–4 direct reports)</li><li>May require occasional evenings or weekend support for critical system needs</li><li>Opportunity to work on high-impact, enterprise-level systems and initiatives</li><li>Eligibility Requirement: Candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents</li><li>Background Screening Requirement: Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a comprehensive background check, consistent with applicable law</li></ul>
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Entry-level Litigation Associate

Newport Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
A respected and well-established mid-sized, full-service law firm in Orange County is seeking a Junior Labor & Employment Attorney to join its thriving practice group.This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney in the early stages of their career who is looking to receive meaningful mentorship, hands-on training, and long-term career development within a collaborative and supportive firm. The OpportunityYou'll work alongside experienced Labor & Employment attorneys handling a broad range of employment matters while receiving the guidance and resources needed to build a successful practice. The firm values professional development and is committed to investing in its attorneys from day one. Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist with employment litigation matters from inception through resolution</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda</li><li>Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings</li><li>Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and client counseling</li><li>Build strong client relationships while developing litigation skills</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Active California Bar license in good standing</li><li>1–3 years of Labor & Employment and/or civil litigation experience</li><li>Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical abilities</li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li>A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a collaborative team environment</li></ul>What the Firm Offers<ul><li>Hybrid work schedule</li><li>Comprehensive mentorship and hands-on training</li><li>Competitive compensation</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>401(k) retirement plan</li><li>Paid time off and firm holidays</li><li>Supportive, team-oriented culture with excellent long-term growth opportunities</li><li>The stability and resources of an established full-service firm while maintaining a collegial environment</li></ul>If you're looking to launch or grow your Labor & Employment career with a firm that prioritizes mentorship, collaboration, and professional development, we'd love to speak with you. To learn more confidentially, please apply today or contact Qui Dove at Robert Half Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Analyst

Brea, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Analyst to support a Contract assignment based in Brea, California. This role focuses on resolving outstanding cash application issues, investigating payment discrepancies, and improving account accuracy for customers across the South Central region. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, careful attention to detail, and confidence working with large data sets in Excel within a wholesale distribution environment. Responsibilities: • Review customer accounts to identify and resolve misapplied cash transactions affecting the South Central region. • Investigate unapplied payments by tracing remittance details, validating supporting information, and assigning funds correctly. • Reconcile account activity for high-volume or large customer portfolios to improve the accuracy of receivable records. • Analyze payment trends and exceptions to determine root causes of posting issues and recommend corrective actions. • Use Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP functions, to organize data, compare records, and support payment research. • Apply cash receipts accurately and update account information to reflect current payment status. • Collaborate with internal teams to gather documentation needed to clear aged items and reduce outstanding discrepancies. • Work within accounts receivable systems, including Microsoft Dynamics when applicable, to maintain reliable transaction records.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Business Systems Analyst

Irvine, CA
remote
Temporary to Hire
50 - 65 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a hands-on Senior Business Systems Analyst to support a high-impact enterprise systems initiative centered on ADP WFN deployment and optimization, with integration touchpoints across NetSuite ERP and Concur. This is a fully remote, contract opportunity with strong potential to convert to a contract-to-permanent role. This position is ideal for a systems detail oriented who thrives in a lean environment, can work independently, and is comfortable owning the full lifecycle of business systems work—from discovery and process mapping through configuration, testing, documentation, training, and go-live support. This is not a pure project management or oversight role; we are looking for someone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and execute. Key Responsibilities Lead business systems analysis for the Concur deployment, including requirements gathering, current-state and future-state process mapping, and configuration validation against business requirements Own the overall test strategy and execution, including test plans, test scripts, UAT coordination, defect tracking and triage, and regression testing through go-live Produce and maintain critical project and operational documentation Support integration testing between Concur and NetSuite, as well ADP WFN Partner closely with IT and Finance stakeholders to translate business requirements into system configuration and validated test coverage Perform hands-on configuration work directly within supported systems Drive change management activities, including stakeholder support and end-user training Ensure systems and changes align with compliance, audit, and control requirements, including SOX-related considerations
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Part-Time Inventory Analyst

Whittier, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Part-Time Inventory Analyst to support a transport-related business in Whittier, California through a Contract engagement. This role will focus on improving inventory visibility, strengthening cost analysis, and providing financial insight that supports pricing and operational decisions. The position begins on a part-time schedule of three days per week, with Friday required, and may expand based on business needs. This opportunity is well suited for someone who can work independently, organize complex inventory data, and bring structure to existing reporting processes. Responsibilities: • Analyze inventory records across internally maintained files and accounting data to improve accuracy and reporting reliability. • Review product cost information and develop structured costing support for bid submissions and larger customer orders. • Perform inventory-related financial analysis to identify discrepancies, trends, and areas requiring corrective action. • Reconcile inventory data with QuickBooks records and help strengthen consistency between operational and financial information. • Conduct inventory audits and variance reviews to support better control over stock levels and material valuation. • Assist with standard costing setup, cost center organization, and account mapping as part of broader operational finance needs. • Prepare ad hoc analyses for leadership related to inventory performance, margins, and cost behavior. • Collaborate with operational and finance stakeholders to document current inventory processes and recommend practical improvements.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Budget Analyst

Upland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Budget Analyst to support a public sector department in Upland, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity focuses heavily on budget tracking, invoice review, and administrative coordination, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable working with financial documents and departmental reporting. The person in this role will help maintain accuracy in budget-related records while providing day-to-day administrative support to keep department operations running smoothly. Responsibilities: • Examine departmental invoices against approved budget allocations and identify discrepancies before processing • Verify billing documentation for completeness, accuracy, and proper coding to support timely payment activity • Enter purchase order and invoice information into internal systems with a high level of precision • Prepare formal correspondence and develop budget-related presentation materials for department use • Produce staff reports using established templates and ensure information is organized clearly for review • Assist with monthly budget monitoring by updating records and helping track spending activity • Provide general administrative support to the department, including document preparation and routine coordination tasks
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

QA Analyst

Burbank, CA
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Temporary / Contract
48 - 51 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a QA Analyst to support a major automotive program in Southern California. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a quality specialist who can lead structured testing efforts, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and maintain strong visibility into readiness, risks, and outcomes. The role requires a hands-on approach to planning, execution, defect oversight, and reporting within a complex enterprise environment. Responsibilities:• Develop and manage the overall quality assurance approach for the assigned program, including testing scope, readiness checkpoints, execution timelines, and status oversight.• Produce and maintain core QA documentation such as test plans, schedules, scenarios, cases, data preparation plans, environment readiness plans, and approval milestones.• Coordinate testing activities across business units, internal technology teams, external vendors, platform partners, integration teams, infrastructure groups, and security stakeholders.• Monitor day-to-day testing progress by tracking coverage, execution results, defect activity, test data availability, environment status, dependencies, and unresolved decisions.• Facilitate recurring QA review sessions to document progress, remove blockers, clarify next steps, and keep all participants aligned during execution.• Identify emerging risks, issues, and dependency concerns early, then communicate business impact, recommended actions, and escalation needs to leadership.• Lead defect review and resolution efforts by partnering with application teams, integration resources, vendors, downstream stakeholders, and business representatives.• Maintain clear traceability between requirements, test cases, execution evidence, defect records, and release readiness decisions.• Prepare detailed QA reporting that highlights delivery progress, defect trends, completed work, upcoming milestones, open risks, and decisions requiring stakeholder input.• Support release preparation activities, including go/no-go readiness reviews, stakeholder updates, production validation planning, and post-cycle retrospective discussions.
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Ontario, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 31 USD / Hourly
Position OverviewA local city agency is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk / Accounting Technician to support daily financial and accounting operations. This role is ideal for a professional with public sector accounting experience and hands-on knowledge of Tyler ERP. The selected candidate will assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, data entry, and financial record maintenance while ensuring accuracy and compliance with agency procedures.
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z