140 Results for Accounting Assistant Jobs in Downey, CA

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Estate Planning Legal Assistant

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Established full-service, mid-sized firm seeks a Legal Assistant to join its Estate Planning department! This Estate Planning Legal Assistant will communicate with clients, draft estate planning documents, schedule and calendar meetings, and perform various general administrative tasks. This legal assistant will join an Estate Planning department with 2 other legal assistants and 4 paralegals. This Legal Assistant must live in and be able to commute to Irvine, CA. Benefits include medical, life insurance, FSA, 401K, profit sharing, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid holidays, and more! For immediate consideration for this exciting Estate Planning Legal Assistant opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Real Estate Legal Assistant

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary to Hire
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly regarded midsize full-service law firm in Los Angeles to identify a Real Estate Legal Assistant for its busy and sophisticated Real Estate practice. This is an excellent contract-to-hire opportunity to join a collaborative legal team known for handling complex commercial real estate transactions in an entrepreneurial, client-focused environment. The Real Estate Legal Assistant will provide essential support to attorneys and paralegals in the Real Estate Department, while also assisting the Corporate team as needed. Position OverviewThe ideal candidate will have substantial experience supporting commercial real estate transactions, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced law firm environment. This individual will play a key role in keeping transactions organized, on schedule, and moving efficiently from inception through closing. The firm strongly prefers candidates located in the Los Angeles area who can work on-site or in a hybrid capacity. However, highly qualified candidates with extensive commercial real estate transaction experience will also be considered for a fully remote arrangement. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, format, proofread, and revise transactional documents, correspondence, and closing materials.</li><li>Maintain transaction timelines, critical date checklists, and Outlook calendars to ensure all deadlines are met.</li><li>Coordinate the collection, organization, and delivery of signature pages and executed documents to clients, lenders, and title companies.</li><li>Assist with the preparation and organization of closing binders and transaction files.</li><li>Track outstanding items and support overall transaction management from opening through closing.</li><li>Prepare and process expense reimbursements, check requests, and related administrative documentation.</li><li>Manage document execution through DocuSign and other electronic signature platforms.</li><li>Handle document production, including complex formatting, redlining, and use of firm templates and macros.</li><li>Coordinate document deliveries via FedEx, GLS, messenger, courier, and other service providers.</li><li>Maintain electronic and physical matter files, including document management within NetDocuments.</li><li>Schedule and coordinate meetings, conference calls, and appointments.</li><li>Provide backup support to the Corporate Department Transaction Coordinator.</li><li>Assist with business entity formations, foreign qualifications, and related corporate filings.</li><li>Order good standing certificates, certified filings, and other corporate records from state agencies.</li><li>Provide limited executive and administrative support as needed.</li></ul>
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Project Assistant

Irvine, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Assistant to support construction operations in Irvine, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on project accounting, subcontractor documentation, payroll coordination, and administrative support across active jobs. The ideal candidate brings strong construction industry experience and can keep financial records, compliance materials, and project paperwork organized in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process a large volume of payables for construction projects while confirming billing details align with project documentation and approved costs. • Examine vendor and subcontractor invoices, validate purchase orders and change-related charges, and apply accurate cost coding before submission. • Partner with project teams to clear approval delays, research billing variances, and follow through on payment-related issues. • Maintain subcontractor files by organizing agreements, insurance records, notices, lien documentation, and other required compliance materials. • Track payment support items such as schedules of values, accrual data, invoices, and release documents to help ensure timely disbursements. • Gather and review craft employee time records, confirm labor classifications and coding, and coordinate corrections with field leadership as needed. • Support monthly financial close activities by preparing accrual information and ensuring accounting submissions are complete and on schedule. • Keep project records current, including purchase orders, contract changes, correspondence, and files needed for audits, reporting, and closeout. • Assist with final project administration by coordinating reconciliations, collecting outstanding documentation, and helping prepare final payment packages.
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Project Assistant

Costa Mesa, CA
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Temporary to Hire
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Assistant to support a busy team in Costa Mesa, California within the defense manufacturing industry. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys keeping projects, schedules, and daily operations organized. The role will partner closely with stakeholders to coordinate administrative and project-related activities while adapting to evolving team priorities. Responsibilities: • Coordinate calendars, schedule meetings, and organize conference room arrangements to support daily team operations. • Maintain project rosters, track updates, and keep records accurate and accessible for internal stakeholders. • Assist with timeline management by monitoring deadlines, following up on action items, and helping teams stay on schedule. • Provide administrative and project coordination support across multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment. • Prepare, scan, organize, and distribute project documentation using Microsoft Office and internal business systems. • Support scheduling and coordination activities related to project execution, including master schedule updates where needed. • Communicate with team members and partners to ensure meetings, materials, and project logistics are aligned. • Contribute to evolving processes and tools as the team grows and operational needs expand.
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Project Assistant

Irvine, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Assistant to support construction project operations in Irvine, California. This Long-term Contract position focuses on project accounting, subcontractor documentation, payroll coordination, and administrative support across active jobs. The ideal candidate will bring strong construction industry experience and the ability to manage deadlines, financial records, and communication with internal teams, vendors, and subcontractors. Responsibilities: • Process a large volume of project-related payables by reviewing invoices and confirming alignment with contract terms, purchase orders, approved changes, and cost codes. • Partner with project managers, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors to resolve billing issues, secure approvals, and keep payment activity on schedule. • Maintain complete accounts payable files, monitor open items and vendor statements, and assist with reconciliations to support accurate financial records. • Organize and update subcontractor documentation, including agreements, insurance records, change documentation, notices, and lien release materials required for payment. • Track subcontractor billing details such as schedules of values, accrual information, invoices, and closeout paperwork while following compliance requirements. • Collect and review craft employee time records, validate hours and job classifications, and coordinate with field leadership to address payroll discrepancies before submission. • Support month-end financial activities by preparing subcontractor accrual information and coordinating with project and accounting teams for timely reporting. • Maintain orderly project files for correspondence, purchase orders, subcontracts, change records, and audit support documentation. • Assist with project closeout activities, including final payment coordination, reconciliations, required releases, and follow-up on outstanding items. • Identify administrative or accounting inconsistencies and help improve processes that strengthen project documentation and reporting accuracy.
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Project Assistant

Santa Fe Springs, CA
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Temporary to Hire
33 - 43 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Project Assistant to support scheduling coordination, service planning, and day-to-day operational alignment for field-based work in California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys balancing multiple priorities, and can keep teams informed and organized. The person in this role will help connect operational needs with technician availability, maintain accurate scheduling records, and contribute to efficient service delivery. Responsibilities: • Organize and adjust daily and long-range schedules for field personnel across multiple service areas to support customer commitments and operational priorities. • Match technician availability with incoming work demand, including service visits, preventive maintenance, and project-related assignments. • Update scheduling details, service records, and assignment changes within Salesforce and other tracking tools to keep information accurate and current. • Communicate revised timelines, priority updates, and assignment changes to technicians, supervisors, and operations partners. • Work closely with local leadership to help maintain appropriate coverage levels and address staffing gaps before they affect service delivery. • Review schedule overlaps, resource constraints, and conflicting appointments, then recommend practical solutions to improve workflow. • Monitor open service needs and contribute to planning activities that support workload balancing and resource forecasting. • Prepare reports and maintain documentation related to scheduling activity, workload trends, and operational support efforts. • Assist with process improvement efforts tied to workforce coordination, scheduling efficiency, and project support activities.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

San Pedro, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Property Accountant to support the financial and operational performance of a portfolio of retail and mixed-use assets in San Pedro, California. This role combines accounting expertise with day-to-day property coordination, requiring someone who can manage reporting, monitor expenses, and help maintain strong tenant and vendor relationships. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable working with detailed financial data, and able to contribute to both property operations and overall asset performance. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily accounting support for retail and mixed-use properties, helping maintain efficient operations and a positive tenant experience. • Build, monitor, and evaluate annual budgets, expense activity, and financial forecasts to support informed property decisions. • Examine and reconcile common area maintenance billings, insurance recoveries, and property tax allocations for accuracy. • Produce rent rolls, financial summaries, and variance reporting in Excel, using advanced functions and pivot tables to identify trends. • Manage accounts receivable activities by tracking outstanding balances, preparing tenant account statements, and assisting with collection efforts. • Provide administrative and financial support for lease activity, including renewals, rent increases, and related record updates. • Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and tenants to address property maintenance concerns and operational matters in a timely manner. • Verify that insurance certificates, vendor agreements, and compliance records remain current and aligned with property requirements. • Work closely with the property management team to uncover savings opportunities and strengthen net operating income. • Assist with leasing support by contributing to property tours, reviewing market conditions, and helping maintain competitive positioning.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Culver City, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Property Accountant to support the financial operations of a portfolio of office and retail assets in California. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who is comfortable managing property-level reporting, maintaining accurate records, and partnering with internal stakeholders to keep financial performance on track. The position requires strong hands-on experience with Yardi, solid knowledge of commercial real estate accounting, and the ability to work on site five days per week. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting activity for assigned commercial properties, including cash receipts, deposits, invoice processing, tenant charges, and account updates within Yardi. • Complete month-end close tasks by recording operating activity, preparing supporting schedules, and ensuring the general ledger reflects accurate financial results. • Track and post revenue and expense activity such as rent, ancillary income, prepaid items, accrued liabilities, debt service, payroll, and management-related costs. • Reconcile key accounts on a regular basis, including bank accounts, security deposits, cash receipts, and other balance sheet items tied to property operations. • Maintain fixed asset records and calculate recurring depreciation and amortization entries in accordance with accounting requirements. • Review actual performance against budgets and forecasts, investigate notable variances, and provide clear explanations to support management decisions. • Prepare recurring financial packages for investors and lenders, contribute to cash flow forecasting, and assist with annual budgeting and quarterly combined reporting. • Partner with asset management and external auditors on capitalization matters, audit support, intercompany reconciliations, billings, and additional financial analysis as needed.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Newport Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Property Accountant to support the financial operations of a real estate portfolio in Newport Beach, California. This role is ideal for someone who brings hands-on experience with property-level accounting, strong attention to detail, and confidence managing recurring financial processes in a fast-paced environment. The position will focus on maintaining accurate records, supporting monthly reporting, and working with properties that include medical office buildings and senior housing communities. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting activities for assigned properties, ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date. • Process invoices, payments, tenant billings, and cash receipts while maintaining organized accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows. • Complete monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to support reliable financial reporting. • Perform full-cycle month-end close tasks, including journal entries, accruals, account analysis, and general ledger review. • Prepare and review common area maintenance reconciliations for applicable properties and help resolve related questions. • Maintain property accounting data within Yardi and use the system to support reporting, transaction processing, and account oversight. • Support accounting needs for a portfolio that includes medical office properties and senior living or senior housing assets. • Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure reporting deadlines are met and accounting activity aligns with established procedures.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Director of Accounting / Finance

Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
170000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting / Finance to lead the organization’s accounting operations and financial governance in Ontario, California. This role will oversee critical close activities, reporting accuracy, compliance controls, and audit readiness while supporting sound business decision-making. The ideal candidate brings deep accounting leadership experience, strong financial discipline, and the ability to guide teams effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities:• Direct accounting and finance operations, ensuring accurate records, timely reporting, and consistent execution of core financial processes.• Lead month-end and period-end close activities, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial results to maintain reporting integrity.• Oversee preparation of financial statements and management reports, delivering clear and reliable information to support business performance analysis.• Manage audit coordination and compliance efforts, including support for financial statement audits and adherence to SOX-related controls.• Strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures to improve accuracy, reduce risk, and maintain alignment with regulatory and company standards.• Partner with cross-functional leaders across departments and locations to resolve financial issues, improve processes, and support operational objectives.• Provide leadership and development for accounting staff, setting expectations, coaching performance, and building a high-performing team.• Support the effective use of accounting systems and tools, including reconciliation and close management platforms.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

HR Assistant

Hollywood, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 27 USD / Hourly
Job Title: HR AssistantLocation: Hollywood, CAJob Type: Long-Term ContractJob Description:We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented HR Assistant for a long-term contract opportunity in Hollywood. This role will support the Human Resources team with key onboarding functions and I-9 employment verification processing. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of HR experience and be comfortable handling sensitive employee information with accuracy and professionalism. Based on general knowledge.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with new hire onboarding, including preparing and collecting onboarding documents</li><li>Coordinate and process Form I-9 verifications in compliance with federal requirements</li><li>Track onboarding progress and ensure all pre-employment paperwork is completed on time</li><li>Maintain accurate and confidential employee records</li><li>Communicate with new hires regarding onboarding steps, documentation, and start dates</li><li>Support HR with data entry, file management, and general administrative tasks</li><li>Partner with internal teams to ensure a smooth and positive new hire experience</li><li>Help ensure compliance with company policies and HR procedures</li></ul>
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Jr. Accountant

Tustin, CA
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Temporary to Hire
21 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Jr. Accountant to join a financial services organization in Tustin, California. This contract opportunity is well suited for an early-career accounting specialist who is eager to build hands-on experience in billing, reconciliations, and day-to-day financial operations. In this role, you will help maintain accurate records, support transaction processing, and work closely with internal teams to keep accounting activities running smoothly. Responsibilities: • Examine lease-related documents and financial records to confirm accuracy, verify key terms, and identify missing or inconsistent information. • Enter customer and lease data into accounting platforms with a high degree of precision while ensuring accounts are established correctly. • Support invoice preparation for fees, rental charges, documentation costs, and other initial customer expenses. • Apply incoming payments and deposits to the correct accounts and help keep account balances up to date. • Assist with reconciliations by comparing transactions, investigating variances, and helping clear outstanding items. • Organize and maintain digital accounting files, supporting documents, and related financial records for easy retrieval and audit readiness. • Partner with internal departments to gather required information, resolve discrepancies, and facilitate accurate financial processing. • Contribute to core accounting activities such as billing support, account upkeep, journal-related entries, and month-end close tasks.
2026-11-11T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll Accountant

Huntington Beach, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Payroll Accountant to join a service-focused organization in Huntington Beach, California. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial records tied to payroll activity, supporting close processes, and delivering reliable account analysis each month. The ideal candidate brings strong reconciliation skills, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to work across teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Responsibilities: • Drive monthly and quarterly close activities related to payroll and other assigned accounting areas, ensuring all deadlines are met with accuracy. • Prepare and review journal entries with complete support, including entries associated with payroll activity, accruals, and expense reporting. • Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, payables, accrued liabilities, revenue, and operating expenses. • Analyze payroll-related balances and fluctuations, identify unusual variances against prior periods or budget, and communicate findings to management. • Produce financial statements and supporting schedules required for divisional and group reporting in accordance with the established close calendar. • Reconcile intercompany activity, confirm supporting documentation is complete, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with internal accounting teams. • Partner with management to strengthen accounting procedures, enhance internal controls, and support compliance with U.S. accounting standards and audit requirements. • Collaborate with division and entity accounting groups on special projects and process improvements, including initiatives affecting financial systems or reporting workflows. • Safeguard sensitive financial and payroll information by handling records with a high level of confidentiality.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Audit Supervisor

Riverside, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
Prestigious Inland Empire CPA firm has an outstanding opportunity to join their company as an Audit Senior or Manager to work with firm Staff and Partners. This is an excellent firm where the new candidate will find a very detail oriented environment, highly educated and intelligent teammates, where your contributions will be recognized, and where you will have a broad client base in many varied industries with a heavy focus in manufacturing. The ideal candidate with have 3+ years of public accounting experience with an audit/accounting (AA) focus but including some individual and corporate tax knowledge. This individual will be assigned or lead on client audits and reviews and will develop the ability to perform all aspects of an audit. This firm is growing very quickly and provides excellent detail oriented growth and advancement opportunity. The Partners wants a person on their team who has high personal standards, good team working skills, excellent accounting education and understanding, and who enjoys client contact. Company provides excellent medical benefits and detail oriented training. Firm pays market wages depending upon experience plus time and a half for all overtime required. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills are required as are excellent Excel and computer skills. Requirements: 2+ years of public accounting experience for Senior, 5+ years of experience for Manager CPA license or CPA Candidate Experience in commercial audits and reviews required - in the construction, manufacturing, distribution industries a plus. Strong computer, communication and people development skills, including training and instruction A strong team leader with the ability to supervise staff, manage projects and work professionally with partners, staff, and clients. Ability to stay current on all general detail oriented pronouncements and developments, and interact with peer review auditorsIf you are currently registered with Robert Half, contact your Recruiting Manager. Please reference job order number 00500-120616. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. If you are not currently registered with Robert Half, please contact your Recruiter or call Yvette Merk at (909) 493-6082 immedIately!
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Payroll Analyst – Full-TimeLocation: Los Angeles, CASchedule: Full-TimeWe are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Analyst for a full-time opportunity with a well-established retail organization in Los Angeles, California.The ideal candidate will have strong full-cycle payroll experience, including processing multi-state payroll for a workforce of 500+ employees. This role requires exceptional accuracy, organization, confidentiality, and knowledge of payroll compliance and regulations.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process biweekly payroll from start to finish for 500+ employees.</li><li>Review timekeeping, earnings, deductions, and tax information to ensure payroll accuracy.</li><li>Manage multi-state payroll activities in compliance with applicable wage and tax regulations.</li><li>Maintain and update employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now and related systems.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee pay issues.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, reconcile payroll data, and assist with audits.</li><li>Handle confidential payroll information with professionalism and discretion.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure accurate payroll changes, approvals, and records.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Previous experience processing full-cycle payroll.</li><li>Strong multi-state payroll experience.</li><li>Experience supporting payroll for 500+ employees preferred.</li><li>Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now.</li><li>Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and wage and hour laws.</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet strict payroll deadlines.</li></ul>This is a full-time opportunity. If you have the payroll experience and skills we are looking for, we encourage you to apply! For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013524377. email resume to [email protected]
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

140 results for Accounting Assistant in Downey, CA