We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to support a busy accounting team in Santa Ana, California on a Long-term Contract assignment. This fully onsite role is well suited for someone who can step into daily accounting operations quickly, work accurately with minimal oversight, and collaborate effectively with colleagues across the department. The position will focus on core accounting activities that support the vendor rebates team, with an emphasis on dependable execution, strong organization, and solid technical skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining accuracy across routine accounting transactions.<br>• Perform account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, and investigate variances to ensure timely resolution.<br>• Assist with accrual-related activities and support period-end close processes with well-documented analysis.<br>• Contribute to accounting support for the vendor rebates team by reviewing financial data and helping maintain reliable records.<br>• Process and review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity to keep transactions current and properly recorded.<br>• Use Infor, BlackLine, and advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs to analyze data and support reporting needs.<br>• Work closely with internal accounting staff to complete assigned tasks efficiently and meet deadlines in a fully onsite environment.
We are looking for an Accountant to join a retail organization in Torrance, California. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records across multiple business units while supporting close activities, reporting needs, and compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound reconciliation skills, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily accounting activities for several retail and distribution business entities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and on time.<br>• Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and develop supporting schedules that strengthen the accuracy of financial reporting.<br>• Complete bank account reconciliations, validate cash activity, and handle intercompany transactions with close attention to detail.<br>• Contribute to monthly and annual closing cycles by organizing account analyses, resolving variances, and meeting reporting deadlines.<br>• Track fixed assets and maintain schedules for depreciation, amortization, and lease-related accounting entries.<br>• Assist with the preparation of financial reports, audit support materials, and documentation that supports accounting records and controls.<br>• Work closely with operations, treasury, and finance partners to improve expense classification and maintain reliable financial data.<br>• Promote consistent accounting practices and reinforce internal controls across multiple entities and locations.
We are looking for a strategic and entrepreneurial leader to guide an Accounts Payable recovery audit function in Santa Ana, California. This position is well suited for a senior audit specialist who can shape client strategy, strengthen operational performance, and communicate financial value to executive stakeholders. The role combines practice leadership, client advisory work, and team development within a fast-paced services environment focused on measurable cost optimization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the Accounts Payable recovery audit practice, leading client engagements, team delivery, and overall financial performance for the function.<br>• Oversee the full audit process, including data intake, review preparation, exception analysis, claim support, and recovery monitoring.<br>• Work closely with client finance, procurement, and shared services leaders to uncover duplicate disbursements, missed credits, overpayments, and vendor-related compliance gaps.<br>• Design tailored audit approaches that use data analysis, automation, and benchmarking insights to identify savings opportunities and underlying process issues.<br>• Present audit results, recovery opportunities, and operational improvement recommendations to senior executives such as CFOs, controllers, and procurement leaders.<br>• Lead recovery discussions with vendors and suppliers, securing funds on behalf of clients while maintaining accurate support and clear reporting.<br>• Build strong client and supplier relationships that support efficient claim resolution and long-term engagement success.<br>• Drive practice expansion by identifying new business opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to revenue and profitability goals.<br>• Mentor and develop team members, setting direction, promoting accountability, and building leadership capability within the group.