<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> 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> 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><p> </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>Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. We are looking for an experienced tax specialist to join a public accounting firm in California, supporting clients with sophisticated trust and estate matters. This position is well suited for someone who is comfortable managing client interactions, handling complex filings, and contributing practical tax guidance. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients and their advisors while supporting a broad range of compliance and planning needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and examine trust, estate, and individual tax filings to ensure complete, timely, and compliant submissions.</p><p>• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, legal counsel, and outside advisors on ongoing tax-related questions and deliverables.</p><p>• Take responsibility for an established portfolio of client accounts and maintain strong, responsive relationships with minimal ramp-up time.</p><p>• Contribute to tax planning strategies involving trusts, estates, and related entities by identifying issues and recommending practical solutions.</p><p>• Support additional tax compliance, accounting, and reporting work as client needs require.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal team members and external professionals to gather documentation, resolve issues, and keep engagements moving efficiently.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Trust Accountant to join a legal organization in Walnut Creek, California in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position supports the firm’s finance operations by managing trust accounting activities, maintaining compliance with state-specific requirements, and partnering with attorneys and internal accounting teams across a high-volume environment. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to handle detailed financial transactions with accuracy and professionalism.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Monitor trust account activity to ensure handling practices align with applicable state rules and internal financial standards.<br>• Apply incoming funds to the appropriate trust accounts, and carry out settlements and refunds based on attorney direction.<br>• Move approved balances to operating accounts to cover receivables, vendor obligations, and related payments.<br>• Prepare and post matter-level journal entries in the accounting system to maintain complete and accurate transaction records.<br>• Review aged and outstanding checks, investigate discrepancies, and support timely resolution of unreconciled items.<br>• Produce trust balance reports, financial summaries, and ad hoc analyses requested by attorneys or leadership.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations, clear open items, and maintain accurate trust account balances.<br>• Partner with Accounts Payable, Collections, General Ledger, and Cash Receipts teams to support coordinated financial processing.<br>• Contribute to trust accounting initiatives, including control improvements, procedure enhancements, 1099 preparation, and other assigned projects.
<p><strong>Jennifer Fukumae</strong> is a direct-hire recruiter specializing in Financial Services, partnering with firms and professionals to connect top talent with the right opportunities. <u>Reach out via LinkedIn or email to start a conversation.</u></p><p> </p><p><strong>Boutique Wealth Management Firm | $1B+ AUM | High-Net-Worth & UHNW Clients</strong></p><p><strong>Compensation: $125,000–$150,000 Base + Bonus | 100% MDV | Hybrid/Remote - Must Reside in California</strong></p><p> </p><p>Are you a CPA looking for a new chapter where you can have real ownership, meaningful client interaction, and a strong work-life balance?</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a highly respected boutique Wealth Management firm managing approximately $1B in assets for high-net-worth individuals and families. The firm has built a close-knit, collaborative team and is looking for an experienced <strong>Tax Manager</strong> to join the organization and play an important role in both client service and the continued growth of the tax function.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and review <strong>individual tax returns for HNW and UHNW clients</strong></li><li>Prepare and review <strong>trust tax returns</strong></li><li>Handle a small number of <strong>business entity returns</strong></li><li>Provide <strong>year-round tax planning, projections, and strategic guidance</strong></li><li>Participate directly in <strong>client meetings</strong> and communicate complex tax matters clearly</li><li>Review work prepared by other team members and provide guidance and mentorship</li><li>Oversee aspects of the tax function and help ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely completion of deliverables</li><li>Support tax-related operations, processes, and workflow improvements</li><li>Collaborate with Wealth Advisors and other professionals to provide a comprehensive client experience</li><li>Work independently and take ownership of client relationships and deliverables</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><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>An established, fast-growing wealth management firm is seeking a <strong>Tax Supervisor</strong> to join its Tax and Estate Planning team. This role is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys working directly with high-net-worth clients and collaborating with senior CPAs, estate planning professionals, and financial advisors. The position offers broad exposure to individual, trust, estate, and entity taxation, as well as advanced tax planning and wealth management strategies.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>The Tax Supervisor will take ownership of tax planning, compliance, and advisory initiatives while partnering closely with senior professionals across the firm.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Tax & Planning</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and review tax preparation and compliance for high-net-worth individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, and related entities.</li><li>Develop and review federal and state tax projections and identify tax planning opportunities.</li><li>Assist with advanced tax planning strategies, including income tax, estate, trust, and entity structure considerations.</li><li>Analyze complex tax issues and provide practical recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Review estate and trust structures and related tax implications.</li><li>Conduct tax research and stay current on relevant federal and state tax legislation.</li><li>Work closely with CPAs, attorneys, financial planners, and investment professionals to integrate tax strategies into broader wealth planning.</li><li>Participate in client meetings and communicate complex tax concepts clearly and professionally.</li><li>Lead and support ad-hoc tax and financial planning projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Team & Workflow Management</strong></p><ul><li>Review work prepared by junior team members and provide technical guidance and mentorship.</li><li>Help manage tax deadlines, workflow, and deliverables across multiple client engagements.</li><li>Serve as a resource to the broader advisory team on tax-related matters.</li><li>Prepare and review client-ready analyses, reports, and presentations.</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely execution of client deliverables.</li><li>Take ownership of complex, time-sensitive projects and help drive them through completion.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a a growing, manufacturing organization is seeking a <strong>Cost Accountant</strong> to support inventory, COGS, and manufacturing cost functions across multiple sites. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented accounting professional who thrives in a high‑reliability, production‑focused environment and who enjoys partnering with operations and senior leadership. For more information, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform month‑end close activities and prepare journal entries for inventory, COGS, and fixed assets</li><li>Reconcile inventory, cost of sales, and general ledger accounts </li><li>Analyze variances including purchase price variances and work order variances </li><li>Assist with inventory costing and related ERP activities </li><li>Support internal/external audits including SOX testing and annual reviews </li><li>Track capital expenditures, maintain fixed asset records, and handle prepaid amortization </li><li>Prepare business property tax filings and U.S. Census reporting </li><li>Ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to internal accounting policies </li></ul><p><br></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>An established, fast-growing wealth management firm is seeking a <strong>Tax Supervisor</strong> to join its Tax and Estate Planning team. This role is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys working directly with high-net-worth clients and collaborating with senior CPAs, estate planning professionals, and financial advisors. The position offers broad exposure to individual, trust, estate, and entity taxation, as well as advanced tax planning and wealth management strategies.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>The Tax Supervisor will take ownership of tax planning, compliance, and advisory initiatives while partnering closely with senior professionals across the firm.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Tax & Planning</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and review tax preparation and compliance for high-net-worth individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, and related entities.</li><li>Develop and review federal and state tax projections and identify tax planning opportunities.</li><li>Assist with advanced tax planning strategies, including income tax, estate, trust, and entity structure considerations.</li><li>Analyze complex tax issues and provide practical recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Review estate and trust structures and related tax implications.</li><li>Conduct tax research and stay current on relevant federal and state tax legislation.</li><li>Work closely with CPAs, attorneys, financial planners, and investment professionals to integrate tax strategies into broader wealth planning.</li><li>Participate in client meetings and communicate complex tax concepts clearly and professionally.</li><li>Lead and support ad-hoc tax and financial planning projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Team & Workflow Management</strong></p><ul><li>Review work prepared by junior team members and provide technical guidance and mentorship.</li><li>Help manage tax deadlines, workflow, and deliverables across multiple client engagements.</li><li>Serve as a resource to the broader advisory team on tax-related matters.</li><li>Prepare and review client-ready analyses, reports, and presentations.</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely execution of client deliverables.</li><li>Take ownership of complex, time-sensitive projects and help drive them through completion.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join a financial services organization in Pleasant Hill, California. This Long-term Contract position is suited for someone who can manage core accounting activities, support timely close processes, and deliver accurate reporting in a fast-moving environment. The role offers the opportunity to contribute across multiple entities while partnering with operational and leadership teams to strengthen financial visibility and control.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and post journal entries while maintaining accurate general ledger activity across assigned accounts and entities.<br>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and meeting reporting deadlines.<br>• Perform detailed reconciliations for bank accounts, credit card transactions, and intercompany balances, resolving discrepancies promptly.<br>• Review balance sheet and income statement accounts, identify unusual fluctuations, and provide clear variance analysis to stakeholders.<br>• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and internal management reports that support informed business decisions.<br>• Track and account for sales, cash activity, inventory movements, and operating expenses within a high-volume, multi-location setting.<br>• Help uphold internal controls and accounting procedures by ensuring transactions are recorded consistently and in compliance with policy.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership to provide timely financial information, audit support, and process improvement recommendations.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records for the organization. This role is well suited for someone who can manage the full bookkeeping cycle, oversee core transactional processes, and help ensure timely month-end reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong QuickBooks expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to keep financial activities organized and compliant.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Extensive experience overseeing complete bookkeeping functions and maintaining accurate financial records.</li><li>Strong foundation in accounting operations, reporting, and financial controls.</li><li>Skilled in using accounting systems, including QuickBooks, Sage, and Xero.</li><li>Proven ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain organized workflows.</li><li>Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Capable of working both autonomously and in a collaborative team environment.</li><li>Degree in Accounting or a related discipline preferred.</li><li>Understanding of tax regulations, filings, and compliance requirements is beneficial</li></ul>
<p>Advance your accounting career with Robert Half's Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) program as a Staff Accountant. Enjoy the stability of full-time employment while gaining experience through diverse, high-impact client assignments across the East Bay.</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><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Perform month-end closings, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p>· Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.</p><p>· Assist with audits and special accounting projects as needed.</p><p>· Collaborate with teams across various departments to meet deadlines and objectives effectively.</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> </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>