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.
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee the full finance and accounting function for a multi-entity wine business based in St. Helena, California. This position is ideal for a hands-on individual who can independently manage day-to-day accounting, reporting, compliance, payroll, and operational finance activities across several related entities. The role requires strong ownership, sound judgment, and the ability to balance detailed transactional work with higher-level financial oversight in a complex inventory and production environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end accounting operations for four related entities, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and monthly close activities.<br>• Prepare individual and consolidated financial reports each month, ensuring accurate results, timely reporting packages, and support for year-end close and audit readiness.<br>• Manage intercompany accounting, cash activity, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections follow-up, and weekly payment processing across all entities.<br>• Oversee inventory and cost accounting for winery and warehouse operations, including production allocations, vineyard-related cost tracking, finished goods valuation, and reconciliation across multiple storage locations.<br>• Administer wholesale, direct-to-consumer, custom crush, and bulk wine financial transactions by recording sales activity, billing customers, and reconciling related expenses.<br>• Coordinate regulatory and tax compliance requirements such as excise tax, sales and industry-specific filings, annual business renewals, property-related submissions, and support for federal and state income tax preparation.<br>• Process bi-weekly payroll through Paylocity, record payroll activity in the accounting system, maintain leave tracking, and assist with year-end payroll reporting and employee onboarding administration.<br>• Support finance-related operational administration by maintaining key records, organizing permits and compliance documents, and coordinating essential office and facility-related supply needs.<br>• Work with business systems and platforms used for accounting, payroll, compliance, production, sales, distribution, and approval workflows, learning new applications as needed to support accurate financial operations.
<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate, timely financial reporting for a non-profit organization in Sacramento, California. This role will oversee key areas such as general ledger activity, reconciliations, close processes, and financial compliance while partnering with finance leadership to strengthen procedures and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to guide day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities with precision. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Record and review journal entries to ensure financial activity is captured accurately and in accordance with established accounting standards and organizational policies.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and assist with cash oversight to support reliable balances and effective daily treasury activity.</p><p>• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by verifying transaction coding, account classification, and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Track and reconcile prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, investments, receivables, and payables as part of the monthly accounting cycle.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities to help deliver complete and accurate financial statements on schedule.</p><p>• Provide functional oversight for accounts payable and accounts receivable processes by reviewing work, answering questions, and promoting adherence to internal procedures.</p><p>• Prepare grant-related billing support and assist with financial reporting required by funding sources and regulatory bodies.</p><p>• Support annual audits and tax preparation by assembling schedules, responding to requests, and organizing required documentation.</p><p>• Partner with the Finance Director on process improvements, internal control enhancements, and financial system updates where needed.</p><p>• Perform financial analysis, contribute to special projects, and carry out additional accounting duties as business needs require.</p>
<p>The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in the finance and accounting team by managing the day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. This position is responsible for performing complex accounting tasks, supporting monthly and year-end close processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support strategic business objectives. </p><p><br></p><p> Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis. Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP or relevant standards. Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate results. Coordinate with external auditors and assist with audit preparation and documentation. Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal regulations. Lead or participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations. Mentor and support entry level accounting staff as needed. Prepare supporting schedules and variance analyses to assist management with financial planning and decision-making. Support implementation and optimization of financial systems and tools (such as SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft D365, QuickBooks, etc.).</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a contract opportunity based in California. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accountant who can bring order to incomplete records, strengthen the accuracy of financial reporting, and help prepare the organization for year-end close. The position will work closely with internal staff and make an immediate contribution in a lean environment where strong judgment and independence are essential.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts while addressing a twelve-month backlog of unresolved activity.<br>• Review and refine general ledger records to improve accuracy, consistency, and overall financial integrity.<br>• Investigate mismatches, unsupported balances, and other accounting issues, then drive them through resolution.<br>• Assist in preparing the organization for year-end close by organizing schedules, validating balances, and supporting closing activities.<br>• Partner with team members responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and related processes to align accounting records.<br>• Post and review journal entries as needed to ensure transactions are properly recorded.<br>• Establish practical accounting structure and recommend improvements that increase efficiency and reduce recurring errors.
<p>The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in the finance and accounting team by managing the day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. This position is responsible for performing complex accounting tasks, supporting monthly and year-end close processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support strategic business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis. Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP or relevant standards. Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate results. Coordinate with external auditors and assist with audit preparation and documentation. Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal regulations. Lead or participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations. Mentor and support entry level accounting staff as needed. Prepare supporting schedules and variance analyses to assist management with financial planning and decision-making. Support implementation and optimization of financial systems and tools (such as SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft D365, QuickBooks, etc.).</p>
<p>Are you a seasoned accounting professional seeking stability with variety? Join Robert Half's <strong>Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP)</strong> program as a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong>. This full-time, on-site East Bay Area role offers the security of employment and the opportunity to work on diverse assignments with top-tier clients.</p><p><br></p><p>To apply, connect with me on <strong>LinkedIn</strong> (Tawnia Kirshen) and send your resume directly. I look forward to connecting!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Manage and oversee month-end and year-end close processes.</p><p>· Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements in accordance with GAAP.</p><p>· Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis initiatives.</p><p>· Reconcile complex accounts, consolidate financial data, and maintain the general ledger.</p><p>· Assist with audits, process improvements, and special financial projects.</p><p>· Provide mentorship to entry level accounting staff as needed.</p>
<p>Are you a seasoned accounting professional seeking stability with variety? Join Robert Half's Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) program as a Senior Accountant. This full-time, on-site East Bay Area role offers the security of employment and the opportunity to work on diverse assignments with top-tier clients.</p><p><br></p><p>To apply, connect with me on <strong>LinkedIn</strong> (Tawnia Kirshen) and send your resume directly. I look forward to connecting!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Manage and oversee month-end and year-end close processes.</p><p>· Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements in accordance with GAAP.</p><p>· Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis initiatives.</p><p>· Reconcile complex accounts, consolidate financial data, and maintain the general ledger.</p><p>· Assist with audits, process improvements, and special financial projects.</p><p>· Provide mentorship to entry level accounting staff as needed.</p>