<p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>A growing and dynamic services organization is seeking a Controller to lead its accounting function. This is a high-impact role partnering closely with senior leadership, offering exposure to a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>The Controller will oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and an efficient close process. This individual will play a key role in scaling the accounting function and supporting continued organizational growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and revenue recognition</li><li>Manage and optimize monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</li><li>Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements</li><li>Establish and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison for external audits and lead audit process</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in partnership with finance leadership</li><li>Oversee cash flow, treasury activities, and banking relationships</li><li>Hire, develop, and mentor accounting staff</li></ul>
<p>Reach out to <strong><u>Michelle Espejo</u></strong><u> via </u><strong><u>email or LinkedIn</u></strong> for additional information or questions regarding this listing. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>VP, Controller | San Francisco | Hybrid; 2 days onsite | Generous Comp (Including CARRY) + Strong Benefits</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Join a <strong>well-established investment firm</strong> with a strong track record of backing high-growth companies. With significant assets under management and a collaborative, hands-on culture, the firm continues to expand across innovative, technology-driven businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a <strong>senior leadership opportunity </strong>within a lean, <strong>high-performing team</strong>. The role offers <strong>strong visibility with senior leadership</strong>, the chance to shape and <strong>scale a key finance function</strong>, and a <strong>flexible hybrid work model</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>There is a strong focus on <strong>process improvement and modernization</strong>. This role goes beyond maintenance, with an expectation to <strong>improve how things are done and drive change</strong> as the firm scales. A forward-leaning approach to systems, automation, and AI is highly valued.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead oversight of the fund accounting function, managing a small team in a review-focused capacity</li><li>Own financial reporting across multiple investment vehicles</li><li>Support GP accounting, including management fee calculations, offsets, and fund lifecycle activity</li><li>Oversee audit and tax coordination with external partners</li><li>Manage capital activity, investor reporting, and cash management</li><li>Support transaction closings and cross-functional initiatives</li><li>Drive improvements in systems, reporting, and operational processes</li><li>Support scaling of the function as new funds are raised</li></ul><p><strong>For fastest consideration, reach out to <u>Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee client accounting engagements and guide a high-performing team. This position combines people leadership, financial review, and client relationship management to ensure accurate reporting, timely delivery, and consistent service quality. The role also partners closely with tax specialists and supports new business activity through client discovery, proposal development, and onboarding.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily operations for the accounting team, setting priorities and ensuring work is completed efficiently across multiple client engagements.<br>• Supervise recurring client deliverables on monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles, while balancing deadlines, budgets, and service expectations.<br>• Examine financial statements, reconciliations, cash flow analyses, budgets, and related reports to confirm accuracy and completeness before delivery.<br>• Provide coaching, feedback, and technical direction to staff members to strengthen performance and support career growth.<br>• Track engagement progress, review time usage, and oversee billing activity to maintain financial discipline and operational visibility.<br>• Develop and reinforce standardized procedures and quality controls that support scalable, dependable accounting services.<br>• Identify accounting concerns, recommend process enhancements, and recognize opportunities to expand advisory support for clients.<br>• Collaborate with tax colleagues to align accounting output with tax planning and compliance needs.<br>• Lead discussions with prospective clients, assess service needs, prepare pricing proposals, and coordinate a smooth onboarding process.
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting for the organization in Union City, California. This role will lead essential close activities, maintain the integrity of the general ledger, and support audit readiness through strong controls and documentation. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to account analysis, reconciliations, and journal entry review while partnering across teams to strengthen accounting processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day AR, AP, and GL operations</p><p>• Own month-end close and financial reporting accuracy</p><p>• Validate journal entries, reconciliations, balances, and variances</p><p>• Create and deliver financial and KPI reports</p><p>• Support development of the annual financial plan</p><p>• Streamline controls, processes, and workflows; ensure proper period close and documentation</p><p>• Lead financial statements and audit support</p><p>• Partner with departments on accurate revenue and expense recognition</p><p>• Hire, coach, and retain accounting staff</p><p>• Oversee sales tax, returns, 1099s, and regulatory compliance</p><p>• Assess and implement accounting systems and tools</p><p>• Ensure compliance with current US GAAP standards</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset and lease accounting records</p><p>• Lead and support ad hoc initiatives, process improvements, and system upgrades</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and help maintain accurate, timely financial reporting for our Oakland, California team. This position will oversee key close activities, strengthen general ledger integrity, and support audit readiness across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to guide processes in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Support daily accounting functions, including ledger maintenance, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial close activities.</li><li>Help prepare accurate financial statements and ensure adherence to GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.</li><li>Assist with product costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and inventory reconciliations.</li><li>Evaluate labor, materials, overhead, and production performance to identify efficiency improvements and cost reductions.</li><li>Collaborate with Operations and Finance teams to enhance profitability and optimize processes.</li><li>Serve as a key user of ERP, MRP, and related business systems.</li><li>Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, cash flow planning, and management reporting.</li><li>Monitor business performance and provide insights to support decision-making.</li><li>Assist with audits, tax compliance, regulatory reporting, and maintenance of accurate financial records and documentation.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Supervisor to lead core accounting operations and support accurate, timely financial reporting in Alameda, California. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can guide daily accounting activities, strengthen close processes, and maintain strong controls across the general ledger. The position will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure reconciliations, payroll-related accounting, and audit preparation are completed with precision and consistency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily accounting activities and provide guidance to staff to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Direct the month-end close process, including reviewing entries, monitoring deadlines, and resolving discrepancies before reporting is finalized.<br>• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by supervising account analysis, balance reviews, and posting accuracy.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.<br>• Lead account reconciliation efforts across key balance sheet and income statement accounts, following up on variances and outstanding items.<br>• Coordinate audit support activities by organizing financial records, responding to auditor requests, and assisting with financial statement review preparation.<br>• Supervise payroll-related accounting tasks to ensure labor expenses, accruals, and related entries are properly recorded.<br>• Partner with billing and operational teams to support legal billing processes and improve the accuracy of revenue-related accounting data.
<p><strong>Natalie Lue with Robert Half is partnering with a well-established accounting services firm seeking an experienced Accounting Supervisor to join their team. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who enjoys managing client relationships, mentoring staff, and overseeing the full accounting cycle.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong> </p><p>• Full-charge bookkeeping for multiple clients</p><p>• Manage AP, AR, and account reconciliations</p><p>• Process payroll and support payroll-related inquiries (Paychex, ADP, or similar platforms a plus)</p><p>• Prepare financial statements, reporting, and analysis</p><p>• Supervise, mentor, and review the work of accounting staff</p><p>• Serve as a trusted point of contact for clients</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys wearing multiple hats, working directly with clients, and making a visible impact within a growing organization.</strong></p>
<p><strong>ACCOUNTING MANAGER</strong></p><p><strong>180K-230K + FULL BENEFITS</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager for a well-established organization. This role combines staff oversight with active involvement in accounting activities, financial reporting, analysis, and process improvement. The position will partner with finance leadership to strengthen internal controls, guide reporting efforts, and provide reliable information that supports sound organizational decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead daily accounting operations while guiding team members to ensure accurate, timely, and responsive department support.</p><p>• Perform hands-on accounting work, including reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities, while also managing staff and priorities.</p><p>• Produce financial analysis and interpret reporting results to help leadership evaluate performance, funding patterns, and operational needs.</p><p>• Develop forecasts and trend reporting related to revenue, cash flow, and other key financial indicators to assist with planning.</p><p>• Act as the primary resource for the financial management system by supporting users, maintaining documentation, and reinforcing internal control practices.</p><p>• Oversee the creation of financial and specialized reports, ensuring information is complete, well-organized, and aligned with reporting requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate financial reporting for affiliated entities, trusts, and related programs, maintaining accuracy and consistency across records.</p><p>• Review and approve disbursements and accounting transactions affecting organizational income and expenses in accordance with policy.</p><p>• Monitor accounting standards and regulatory guidance to identify changes that may affect financial practices or reporting obligations.</p><p>• Design and deliver training for staff and financial representatives while contributing to business planning and long-term resource management.</p>
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial operations for multiple privately held businesses in Livermore, California. This position serves as a key advisor to company leadership while managing the full accounting cycle, maintaining strong internal controls, and delivering accurate financial information for decision-making. The role is ideal for someone with a background in construction-related accounting who can balance day-to-day execution with high-level financial oversight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the complete accounting function across three related entities, ensuring accurate records, timely transaction processing, and reliable financial data.<br>• Lead daily accounting activities by guiding support staff responsible for payables, receivables, billing administration, payroll input, and other transactional tasks.<br>• Oversee weekly payroll operations, including multistate processing, labor tracking, job cost allocation, and reporting for certified and prevailing wage requirements.<br>• Produce monthly and annual financial statements, management reports, and supporting analyses to highlight performance and operating trends.<br>• Manage customer invoicing, subcontractor disbursements, draw schedules, and lien documentation to keep project-related financial activity aligned with contract milestones.<br>• Monitor construction cost activity by reconciling project expenses, reviewing change orders, and assigning costs accurately across jobs and business units.<br>• Partner with the president and project leadership to review budgets, validate project financials, and support informed operational decisions.<br>• Maintain compliance with applicable tax rules, payroll regulations, and construction-related reporting standards at the state and federal levels.<br>• Prepare schedules and documentation needed for audits, tax filings, and project closeout processes while supporting the use of accounting platforms common to the construction industry.
<p>For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to <u>Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn</u>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Director of Finance| Private Equity | San Francisco | 4 days onsite</strong></p><p> </p><p>Jennifer Fukumae with <strong>Robert Half Finance & Accounting</strong> is partnering with a private equity firm in <strong>San Francisco</strong> seeking an experienced <strong>Controller </strong>to lead the firm’s financial operations.</p><p>This is a highly visible leadership role for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment. The Controller will oversee all core accounting, treasury, and financial management functions while partnering closely with the Managing Partner on key initiatives that support the firm’s continued growth.</p><p> </p><p>The ideal candidate is a proactive, solutions-oriented leader who can operate both strategically and tactically while helping to foster the firm’s collaborative culture.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all <strong>financial operations</strong>, including treasury management, fund wires (inbound and outbound), capital call and distribution calculations, and investment of excess cash</li><li>Produce and maintain <strong>13-week rolling cash flow forecasts</strong> and annual cash flow projections</li><li>Lead the <strong>annual budgeting process</strong>, including ongoing updates and financial planning support</li><li>Manage and oversee the <strong>outsourced accounting team</strong>, ensuring accurate reporting and operational efficiency</li><li>Develop and monitor <strong>key financial metrics</strong>, management reporting, and investor reporting materials</li><li>Maintain oversight of relationships with <strong>banks, auditors, tax advisors, insurance providers, and IT partners</strong></li><li>Support tax compliance activities, including <strong>federal and state income taxes and sales tax requirements</strong></li><li>Partner with firm leadership to implement operational improvements and financial best practices</li></ul><p> </p>
<p>For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to <u>Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn</u>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Director of Finance| Private Equity | San Francisco | 4 days onsite</strong></p><p> </p><p>Jennifer Fukumae with <strong>Robert Half Finance & Accounting</strong> is partnering with a private equity firm in <strong>San Francisco</strong> seeking an experienced <strong>Controller </strong>to lead the firm’s financial operations.</p><p>This is a highly visible leadership role for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment. The Controller will oversee all core accounting, treasury, and financial management functions while partnering closely with the Managing Partner on key initiatives that support the firm’s continued growth.</p><p> </p><p>The ideal candidate is a proactive, solutions-oriented leader who can operate both strategically and tactically while helping to foster the firm’s collaborative culture.</p><p><br></p><p> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all financial operations, including treasury management, fund wires (inbound and outbound), capital call and distribution calculations, and investment of excess cash</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting process, including ongoing updates and financial planning support</li><li>Manage and oversee the outsourced accounting team, ensuring accurate reporting and operational efficiency</li><li>Develop and monitor key financial metrics, management reporting, and investor reporting materials</li><li>Maintain oversight of relationships with banks, auditors, tax advisors, insurance providers, and IT partners</li><li>Support tax compliance activities, including federal and state income taxes and sales tax requirements</li><li>Partner with firm leadership to implement operational improvements and financial best practices</li></ul>