<p><strong>Lisa Cole with Robert Half </strong>is partnering with a<strong> </strong>growing, complex manufacturing and project‑based organization is seeking a <strong>Financial Analyst</strong> to serve as a financial partner to Program and Project Managers. This role operates at the program level—similar to a “mini‑controller”—supporting active programs across engineering, manufacturing, and R&D environments.</p><p>This position is ideal for a candidate with strong cost accounting, contract, and program finance experience who enjoys partnering cross‑functionally and driving financial visibility at the project level. For more information on this position, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the primary finance partner for assigned programs and projects</li><li>Prepare quarterly profit and cash reporting at the program level</li><li>Track, analyze, and forecast program costs, margins, and cash flow</li><li>Manage invoicing and milestone billing; partner with AR for collections</li><li>Perform variance analysis, estimates‑to‑complete (ETC), and estimates‑at‑completion (EAC)</li><li>Support revenue recognition activities with working knowledge of <strong>ASC 606</strong></li><li>Assist with audits (internal, external, and government, as applicable)</li><li>Prepare monthly program financial packages and ad‑hoc analysis</li><li>Collaborate closely with Program Managers, Contracts, and Operations teams</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a growing manufacturing organization that is seeking a Financial Analyst to support finance with a focus on <strong>cost accounting, inventory forecasting, and operational finance</strong>. This role partners closely with Operations and Supply Chain to improve financial performance, inventory efficiency, and working capital. </p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Own plant cost accounting, including standard costs, BOM/routings, labor and overhead rates, absorption, and inventory valuation</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, overhead, yield, mix) and communicate drivers</li><li>Develop and maintain inventory forecasts aligned to demand, production, and MRP outputs</li><li>Analyze inventory KPIs including turns, and support reserve modeling</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning for plant operations</li><li>Partner with Operations on OEE, throughput, labor efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Support capital projects, fixed assets, and depreciation tracking</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Financial analysts help organizations make sound business decisions by evaluating financial data, forecasting trends and providing actionable insights. These professionals play a key role in budgeting, reporting and strategic planning across departments. The Robert Half consulting division is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst in the Sacramento Area.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Analyzing financial data to identify trends, variances and performance drivers</li><li>Preparing reports, dashboards and presentations for leadership and stakeholders</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes</li><li>Conducting profitability, cost and investment analysis to guide decision-making</li><li>Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align financial goals and strategies</li><li>Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics</li><li>Building and maintaining financial models to support business initiatives</li><li>Assisting with scenario planning and risk analysis</li><li>Staying current on industry trends, economic developments and financial best practices</li></ul>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for working with large data sets? Our team is seeking an Entry-Level Analyst for a contract-to-permanent opportunity, supporting accounts receivable, reconciliation, and billing functions. Candidates with internship experience are welcome to apply!</p><p><br></p><p>Ready to get started? Please submit your application and resume for immediate consideration.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>· Analyze and maintain large data sets using Advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formulas.</p><p>· Assist with accounts receivable (AR) processes: invoice generation, monitoring payment status, and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>· Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of financial transactions and account balances.</p><p>· Support the billing cycle by preparing and reviewing invoices, validating data accuracy, and correcting errors as needed.</p><p>· Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of AR and billing transactions.</p><p>· Help prepare reports on AR aging, billing status, and reconciliations for management review.</p><p>· Identify trends, variances, or issues in data and recommend solutions to improve process efficiency</p>
<p>We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Analyst for our client on a contract-to-hire basis in Contra Costa County. This role is responsible for account analysis, billing support, and accurate payment application. The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills, a solid foundation in accounting, and the ability to handle high-volume financial data with precision and professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage large and complex data in Microsoft Excel - using formulas</p><p>• Record incoming payments</p><p>• Prepare and issue invoices and resolve variances, shortages, or unresolved balances.</p><p>• Transfer, receive, organize, and maintain electronic files and related records</p><p>• Reconcile cash receipts against bank reporting and compile accurate totals for general ledger updates and month-end accounting support.</p><p>• Investigate outstanding receivable balances, calculate related charges such as damages or adjustments, and assemble backup for billing support.</p>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented professional with experience in accounts payable or accounts receivable and a passion for working with large data sets? Our team is seeking an Entry-Level Analyst for a contract-to-permanent opportunity supporting accounts receivable, reconciliation, and billing functions. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in AP or AR, strong analytical skills, and a high level of accuracy when managing financial data. Internship experience in accounting or finance is also welcomed, making this a great opportunity for early-career professionals looking to grow within a dynamic team.</p><p><br></p><p>Ready to get started? Please submit your application and resume for immediate consideration.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>· Analyze and maintain large data sets using Advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formulas.</p><p>· Assist with accounts receivable (AR) processes: invoice generation, monitoring payment status, and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>· Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of financial transactions and account balances.</p><p>· Support the billing cycle by preparing and reviewing invoices, validating data accuracy, and correcting errors as needed.</p><p>· Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of AR and billing transactions.</p><p>· Help prepare reports on AR aging, billing status, and reconciliations for management review.</p><p>· Identify trends, variances, or issues in data and recommend solutions to improve process efficiency</p>
<p>Colleen McAuliffe with Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented and driven Sales Operations / Sales Analyst to join our team in Orinda, California. This role combines business development research, sales operations, and analytics to enhance team efficiency and drive revenue growth. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a data-driven mindset, and a collaborative approach to managing sales processes and supporting business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct research to identify potential leads and compile prospecting lists for the business development team.</p><p>• Assist in the creation of sales proposals, presentations, and responses to client inquiries.</p><p>• Generate and evaluate sales dashboards and pipeline metrics to provide actionable insights.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies to optimize sales workflows and enhance team productivity.</p><p>• Collaborate with marketing, finance, and customer success teams to align sales initiatives with broader organizational goals.</p><p>• Maintain accurate documentation of sales activities, business development progress, and operational processes.</p><p>• Identify areas for improvement within sales operations and propose solutions to streamline efforts.</p><p>• Provide support in post-sales activities, including quoting and follow-up.</p><p>• Prepare executive-level presentations to communicate sales performance and strategic objectives. </p>