We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting activities and support accurate, timely financial reporting in California. This role oversees daily accounting operations, guides a small team, and partners across the business to strengthen controls, resolve issues, and improve processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and hands-on experience in close activities, reconciliations, and audit support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting functions across the general ledger, financial reporting, and tax-related activities while maintaining accuracy and compliance.<br>• Lead cost accounting efforts, review inventory reconciliations, and work closely with manufacturing partners to investigate and resolve variances.<br>• Manage, coach, and develop a small accounting team, providing clear direction, ongoing feedback, and opportunities for career growth.<br>• Support hiring efforts, onboard new team members, and conduct performance reviews to build a high-performing department.<br>• Oversee the month-end close process to ensure deliverables are completed on schedule and financial results are reliable and consistent.<br>• Review balance sheet reconciliations and handle more complex account analysis to maintain strong financial integrity.<br>• Prepare and review schedules and supporting documentation for external audits and property or sales tax compliance requirements.<br>• Drive process improvements by refining accounting policies, strengthening internal procedures, and increasing operational efficiency.<br>• Partner with internal departments and external stakeholders to address accounting questions, improve communication, and resolve issues proactively.
<p>Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting in the Greater Sacramento Area. You will lead month- and year-end close processes, manage general ledger activities, and support budgeting and forecasting efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee and manage general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and the general ledger</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards</li><li>Lead month- and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Collaborate with finance and operations teams to support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in accounting operations</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic finance manager for a manufacturing company in greater Sacramento. Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, drive innovation through advanced technologies, and provide critical insights to support organizational success. This position requires a proactive individual with expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and process improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>-Drive the modernization of finance capabilities by embedding emerging tools and data-driven approaches into daily operations, enabling stronger insight and faster, better-informed decisions.</p><p>-Own the preparation and delivery of accurate financial results, pairing rigorous reporting with thoughtful analysis to support leadership planning and long-term initiatives.</p><p>-Translate complex operational and financial information into meaningful trends, performance indicators, and recommendations that support measurable business improvement.</p><p>-Partner closely with cross-functional leaders to build disciplined budgets, evaluate investment effectiveness, and conduct periodic financial reviews aligned with business priorities.</p><p>-Identify gaps across processes, systems, and organizational capabilities, then lead or support initiatives that strengthen efficiency, scalability, and overall performance.</p><p>-Provide oversight for financial obligations, agreements, and commitments to ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and governance standards.</p><p>-Serve as a trusted financial partner across departments, encouraging collaboration and ensuring alignment between financial insight and organizational objectives.</p><p>-Evaluate enterprise strategies and ongoing operations to anticipate financial implications and proactively advise on risks, opportunities, and course corrections.</p>
<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>Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations in Sacramento, California. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, guiding the close process, and supporting compliance, reporting, and audit readiness. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily general ledger operations, including oversight of journal entries, accruals, expense activity, and other routine accounting transactions.</p><p>• Perform detailed reviews of balance sheet and income statement accounts by leading reconciliations and investigating variances or unusual activity.</p><p>• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities while driving accuracy, consistency, and timely completion of consolidated reporting.</p><p>• Lead and develop accounting team members through coaching, goal setting, performance feedback, and support for career growth.</p><p>• Help maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal control practices that align with U.S. accounting standards and corporate compliance expectations.</p><p>• Evaluate control effectiveness across accounting processes and address issues to strengthen governance and financial integrity.</p><p>• Coordinate tax compliance activities with external advisors and support efforts to improve tax planning and reporting efficiency.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial reporting packages, cash flow forecasts, budget-related balance sheet schedules, and audit support materials for internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Partner with auditors and cross-functional teams to provide required documentation, resolve issues, and support business operations and special projects.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to support financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in California. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to provide structure in a fast-moving environment. The position will oversee core accounting activities, help ensure accurate reporting, and communicate financial insights clearly to leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the monthly closing cycle to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activity, including review of entries, balances, and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Manage account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies through timely analysis and follow-up.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial reports to support business decisions and leadership visibility.</p><p>• Coordinate audit readiness efforts by organizing records, responding to requests, and supporting external review processes.</p><p>• Strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls to promote accuracy, consistency, and compliance.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day guidance to accounting staff or cross-functional partners involved in financial processes.</p><p>• Analyze accounting issues, identify practical solutions, and adapt priorities as business needs evolve.</p>
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide strategic planning and analytical decision-making for our organization in Hercules, California. This role will partner across functions to translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights, strengthen forecasting accuracy, and support business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong modeling capabilities, sound business judgment, and experience working in a biotech environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead financial planning activities by developing forecasts, budgets, and long-range models that support business objectives and investment decisions.<br>• Analyze business performance through detailed review of financial results, identifying trends, risks, and drivers behind key variances.<br>• Build and refine financial models to evaluate scenarios, resource allocation, and the potential impact of strategic initiatives.<br>• Deliver ad hoc analysis for leadership, turning large and complex datasets into clear recommendations for operational and financial decisions.<br>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to improve reporting, align assumptions, and provide financial guidance across departments.<br>• Apply data mining and analytical techniques to uncover insights, improve visibility into performance, and support more informed planning.<br>• Prepare presentations and summary materials for senior leadership that communicate findings, priorities, and opportunities with clarity.<br>• Support valuation and investment analysis through discounted cash flow methods and other finance tools relevant to business planning.
<p>Our client is seeking a motivated Entry-Level Financial Analyst to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate or an early-career professional looking to launch a career in corporate finance. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn financial planning, reporting, and business analysis in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist with preparing weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports.</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and business insights.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting activities.</li><li>Maintain and update financial models and spreadsheets.</li><li>Reconcile financial data and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses for leadership.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Compile and analyze operational and financial KPIs.</li><li>Partner with accounting and operations teams to improve reporting accuracy.</li><li>Help identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.</li><li>Ensure financial data is accurate, organized, and timely.</li></ul><p><br></p>
Key Responsibilities<br>• Serve as the primary accounting contact and advisor for an assigned portfolio of client accounts.<br>• Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and month-end close.<br>• Set up, maintain, and optimize QuickBooks Online files, including chart of accounts, classes, locations, and integrations.<br>• Prepare and/or review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports for clients.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations of bank, credit card, and other key balance sheet accounts.<br>• Develop and monitor client-specific accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.<br>• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis for clients; provide insights and recommendations.<br>• Review work performed by staff/accounting specialists, providing direction, training, and performance feedback.<br>• Coordinate with tax and assurance teams to support year-end engagements and information requests.<br>• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement technology and workflow enhancements for clients.<br>• Assist with onboarding new clients, including needs assessment, engagement scoping, and system setup.<br>• Manage engagement deadlines and priorities across multiple clients, communicating proactively with internal teams and client management.<br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.<br>• CPA license preferred but not required.<br>• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including prior supervisor/manager responsibilities.<br>• Prior experience in a CPA firm or client accounting services environment strongly preferred.<br>• Expert-level proficiency with QuickBooks Online, including advanced features and third-party app integrations.<br>• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP for small to mid-sized businesses.<br>• Experience with non-profit organizations and various reporting requirements related to non-profits.<br>• Proven ability to manage multiple client relationships and competing priorities.<br>• Demonstrated leadership skills, including staff supervision, coaching, and delegation.<br>• High level of comfort working in cloud-based and paperless environments.<br>• Excellent communication and client service skills.<br>• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
<p>Our Client is looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable leader to oversee collections performance, cash application accuracy, and customer account management for their wholesale distribution operations in Benicia, California. This position plays a central role in strengthening cash flow, guiding a high-performing team, and ensuring receivables processes remain accurate, efficient, and compliant. The ideal candidate brings strong financial insight, a collaborative leadership style, and the ability to partner across departments to resolve issues and improve results.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the day-to-day activities of the accounts receivable function, ensuring timely collections, accurate cash posting, account reconciliation, and resolution of unapplied payments.</p><p>• Supervise, coach, and develop AR staff members while setting clear expectations and supporting continued growth and accountability.</p><p>• Review customer payment behavior and open balances to address overdue accounts early and support compliance with established terms.</p><p>• Investigate billing concerns, short payments, and account discrepancies, working with customers and internal teams to reach timely resolution.</p><p>• Analyze aging data and collection trends to identify risks, improve cash recovery, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.</p><p>• Track department metrics and prepare reporting that highlights performance, delinquency exposure, and opportunities to strengthen processes.</p><p>• Partner with Finance, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to resolve revenue cycle issues and improve the overall effectiveness of collections.</p><p>• Assess existing receivables procedures and introduce process enhancements, training, and best practices that increase efficiency and support compliance.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and audit-related activities, including coordination with external auditors or collection partners when needed.</p>
<p>Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting team in California, with a primary emphasis on individual tax engagements. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong technical tax knowledge with sound judgment, client-facing confidence, and the ability to keep work moving efficiently through demanding deadlines. The role offers the opportunity to guide complex return preparation, advise clients on tax matters, and support quality across the practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation and final review of complex individual income tax filings, including advanced Form 1040 engagements and related schedules.</p><p>• Advise clients on tax-saving opportunities and filing considerations while maintaining adherence to applicable federal and state tax rules.</p><p>• Manage return pipelines and seasonal priorities to ensure assignments are completed accurately and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Evaluate work produced by entry-level team members, provide constructive feedback, and help develop their technical capabilities.</p><p>• Serve as a primary point of contact for client questions throughout the tax process, offering clear guidance and responsive support.</p><p>• Assist clients with tax notices, examinations, and other compliance-related matters by coordinating responses and resolving issues efficiently.</p><p>• Monitor multiple client engagements at once, balancing deadlines, quality expectations, and service commitments in a public accounting setting.</p>
<p><strong>For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to <u>Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Tax Manager | Established RIA Firm| East Bay; 1 day onsite/4 remote | Friday Flex Days! </strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with an established and rapidly growing <strong>Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm in the East Bay</strong> that is investing in its next phase of growth. Located just steps from BART, the firm is building out its in-house Tax & Estate Planning team to deliver a fully integrated wealth management experience.</p><p> </p><p>This is an exceptional opportunity for a <strong>Tax Manager</strong> to play a key role in developing this growing practice while working alongside a collaborative team dedicated to serving high-net-worth clients.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with Wealth Advisors to integrate tax strategies into clients' overall financial and estate plans. </li><li>Prepare and review complex federal and state tax returns for high-net-worth individuals. </li><li>Review trust, partnership, and S corporation tax returns for accuracy and compliance. </li><li>Identify tax planning opportunities, potential issues, and areas requiring follow-up. </li><li>Respond to tax-related questions from clients and advisory teams throughout the year. </li><li>Maintain accurate documentation while supporting efficient tax processes and quality standards. </li><li>Mentor and support junior team members as the tax department continues to grow.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to <u>Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p>
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support financial operations for a growing construction-focused organization in Fairfield, California. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening day-to-day accounting processes, and providing financial insight that supports business decisions. The person in this role will partner with leadership and operational teams to help keep projects financially organized, compliant, and on track.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, billing, reconciliations, and payroll-related support to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports while helping ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of all supporting data.<br>• Review project-level financial performance by tracking budgets, job costs, and margin trends across multiple active construction assignments.<br>• Assist with audit preparation and tax support by organizing schedules, records, and documentation required for external review.<br>• Work closely with project leaders and company management to deliver financial updates, cost visibility, and reporting that informs planning decisions.<br>• Maintain oversight of construction-related administrative records such as insurance documentation, lien tracking, and claim support as needed.<br>• Reconcile general ledger activity and investigate discrepancies to improve financial accuracy and consistency across reporting cycles.<br>• Help strengthen office and accounting workflows by keeping records organized and supporting efficient financial operations in a fast-paced environment.