We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a local government organization in Upland, California. This is a Contract position suited for someone who can manage complex payroll activities with accuracy, discretion, and strong command of multi-state processing. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience handling full-cycle payroll for large employee populations and working effectively within ADP Workforce Now.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process end-to-end payroll for a large workforce, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.<br>• Administer multi-state payroll activities while applying appropriate wage, tax, and deduction rules across jurisdictions.<br>• Maintain and update payroll records, including earnings, benefit deductions, garnishments, and other employee pay data.<br>• Review timesheets, payroll changes, and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies before payroll is finalized.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll transactions, run reports, and support day-to-day payroll administration.<br>• Reconcile payroll totals and investigate variances related to taxes, deductions, and employee compensation.<br>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders in a timely and effective manner.<br>• Support payroll reporting and assist with Excel-based analysis to validate data accuracy and prepare payroll summaries.
<p>We are looking for a part-time experienced Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance and precision. The role requires a detail-oriented individual who is comfortable working with ADP Workforce Now and handling complex payroll activities in a fast-paced environment. This role is expected to work 15 hours per week.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy from data review through final distribution.</p><p>• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while applying relevant wage, tax, and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information.</p><p>• Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and reconcile payroll data for regular and off-cycle payments.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding promptly to questions from employees and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Review timekeeping and related payroll inputs to confirm completeness and alignment with company policies.</p><p>• Prepare payroll reports, audit findings, and supporting documentation for leadership, finance, and compliance needs.</p>
<p>A professional firm in West LA is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a long-term contract to provide day-to-day payroll processing support during a major implementation project. This is a hands-on interim opportunity for a payroll professional who can step in quickly and manage daily payroll operations with accuracy, urgency, and attention to compliance. This role supports payroll operations for approximately 1,500 employees across both hourly and salaried populations in a complex, multi-location environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with multi-state payroll processing, high-volume payroll operations, and enterprise systems. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Support day-to-day payroll operations and processing activities for a multi-location employee base. </p><p>Respond to and manage payroll-related casework through ServiceNow, escalating issues as needed.</p><p>Review incoming ad hoc payroll requests and route them appropriately for payroll processing. </p><p>Prepare EIBs for payroll processing based on approved requests. </p><p>Set up payroll for new hires, including confirming address, tax setup, and banking details, and following up directly with employees when needed. </p><p>Coordinate with benefits partners to obtain retroactive benefits support when required. </p><p>Manage payroll-related to-do items connected to leave of absence (LOA/RLOA) processes. </p><p>Escalate urgent payroll change notices, including releases, terminations, and off-cycle bonus items. </p><p>Perform payroll account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies related to cash and tax reporting. </p><p>Complete daily payroll-to-bank cash and tax collection reconciliations. </p><p>Follow up with employees regarding NOC/ACH returns and updated banking information. </p><p>Process payroll with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, garnishments, and core payroll administration. </p><p>Partner with payroll leadership to maintain continuity while the internal team supports a broader implementation initiative. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><p>4–7 years of payroll experience, or equivalent hands-on payroll operations background. </p><p>Strong experience processing multi-state U.S. payroll. </p><p>Experience supporting payroll for both hourly and salaried employees. </p><p>Hands-on experience with Workday is required.</p><p>Familiarity with EIB processing and ServiceNow case management. </p><p>Experience with payroll reconciliations, discrepancy investigation, and payroll support tasks. </p><p>Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. </p><p><br></p><p>This is an onsite role in West LA, Monday - Friday 8-5PM. Pay is based on experience, between $30-36/hr.</p>
We are looking for a Financial Analyst/Manager to support institutional planning and financial decision-making for a university environment in Irvine, California. This role oversees the annual budgeting cycle, leads forecasting activities throughout the year, and delivers meaningful analysis that helps departments manage resources effectively. The position also partners closely with campus leaders to evaluate financial performance, assess new proposals, and provide clear reporting on budget variances and trends.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the full annual budgeting cycle, coordinating with finance partners, faculty, and administrative teams to develop plans aligned with organizational priorities.<br>• Prepare and present monthly comparisons of actual results against budget, highlighting key variances and recommending actions to improve financial performance.<br>• Build and maintain rolling forecasts, scenario models, and what-if analyses to identify risks, opportunities, and expected financial outcomes.<br>• Review departmental financial activity and spending patterns using budgeting and accounting tools to strengthen cost control and support informed decision-making.<br>• Partner with budget owners across the organization to monitor revenue and expenses, address emerging issues, and help keep operations on track with approved plans.<br>• Assess the financial viability of program proposals, pro formas, and funding requests by analyzing assumptions, projected results, and strategic fit.<br>• Monitor restricted funds and related balances on a regular basis, providing recommendations on the appropriate use and release of available resources.<br>• Maintain financial structures such as departments and cost centers within the accounting framework to support accurate reporting and budget oversight.<br>• Track profitability by program and revenue source, including development and upkeep of cost allocation methodologies.<br>• Contribute to external and regulatory reporting requirements by preparing financial data, analysis, and supporting documentation as needed.
<p>Are you a meticulous and detail-oriented Senior Accountant? As a Senior Accountant, you will be in charge of financial statement preparation and consolidation, account analysis and reconciliations, cash flow analysis, budgets and forecasting, audit preparation, and internal control maintenance and regulatory reporting. Our positions offer great long-term potential and stellar compensation and benefits packages. </p><p><br></p><p>Financial Analysis:</p><p>· Conduct in-depth financial analysis to provide insights into the organization's financial performance.</p><p>· Analyze trends, variances, and key performance indicators to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>Month-End and Year-End Closing:</p><p>· Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes.</p><p>· Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>Financial Reporting:</p><p>· Prepare and present detailed financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>· Communicate financial results, trends, and forecasts to senior management.</p><p>Budgeting and Forecasting:</p><p>· Collaborate with management in the development and monitoring of budgets.</p><p>· Assist in the forecasting process, providing financial projections and insights.</p><p>Supervision and Training:</p><p>· Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff</p><p>· Provide guidance on complex accounting issues and ensure the accuracy of their work.</p><p>Compliance and Audits:</p><p>· Ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and regulatory requirements.</p><p>· Coordinate and support internal and external audits.</p><p>Process Improvement:</p><p>· Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements within the accounting department.</p><p>· Implement changes to enhance the overall effectiveness of financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please send your resume AND THEN call 626.463.2030 to schedule your interview.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a large, stable division of a national leader in their industry, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Accountant to join their team. This position will be responsible for performing all accounting functions including general ledger entries, accounts payable, fixed assets, tax, financial and compliance reporting, forecasting, costing files, and assisting with the annual budget. Additional duties include monthly balancing, inventory management, and recording and timely reporting of accounting records/transactions.</p><p>This critical role will lead the month-end close process and will be an integral part in the implementation, communication, and interpretation of accounting and financial policies, controlling and improving systems. The Senior Accountant will also supervise external and internal audit processes, ensure proper internal controls are sustained, and provide analytical support to various departments relating to accounting issues.</p><p>The successful candidate should prioritize safety and uphold the company's policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.</p><p><br></p><p>If you're ready to take on a fresh challenge, grow your career and contribute to making our company a safer place, apply today!</p><p>Nucor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in our employment and personnel practices.</p>
<p>We have partnered with a growing CPA firm to bring on an experienced Tax Accountant during extension season in the Downtown LA area. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in assisting CPA firms in meeting their clients' tax extension filing requirements efficiently and accurately. Your in-depth understanding of tax regulations, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to work under tight deadlines will contribute to delivering exceptional service during this critical period. Please call our office 213.629.4602 for consideration.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Liaise with CPA firms to collect and organize client-provided financial documents and tax-related information for extension filing.</li><li>Review and validate client documentation, including income statements, expense reports, and relevant deductions.</li><li>Utilize your comprehensive knowledge of tax laws and codes to prepare accurate and compliant tax extension filings.</li><li>Ensure all necessary forms, schedules, and supporting documentation are properly completed and attached to the extensions.</li><li>Collaborate with the internal team and CPA firm contacts to address any inquiries or clarifications related to tax extensions.</li><li>Keep abreast of changes in tax laws, regulations, and extension filing requirements, and incorporate them into your work.</li><li>Maintain clear and organized records of all extension-related communications and documentation.</li><li>Work diligently to meet strict deadlines and ensure all extensions are submitted accurately and on time.</li><li>Provide proactive communication to CPA firms regarding the status of extension preparations and any potential issues.</li><li>Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical conduct in handling client information.</li></ul><p> </p>
We are looking for an experienced Tax Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role offers the flexibility of remote work and part-time hours, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals with substantial experience seeking a dynamic yet balanced position. Based in Long Beach, California, this role will focus on delivering high-quality tax preparation and compliance services to individuals and businesses.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review individual and business tax returns using Intuit ProConnect Tax Online to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Verify and input tax data meticulously, referencing prior-year files for accuracy and consistency.<br>• Ensure adherence to federal and state tax regulations, maintaining compliance across all tax filings.<br>• Communicate effectively and professionally with clients, providing exceptional service and addressing their tax-related inquiries.<br>• Handle additional tax-related tasks during peak periods to support the team and meet deadlines.<br>• Collaborate with colleagues to identify and resolve discrepancies in tax filings or data.<br>• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure accurate application in tax preparation.<br>• Manage high volumes of data entry work while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.<br>• Provide insights and recommendations to clients based on their tax situations, enhancing their financial outcomes.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily accounting support for retail and mixed-use properties, helping maintain efficient operations and a positive tenant experience.<br>• Build, monitor, and evaluate annual budgets, expense activity, and financial forecasts to support informed property decisions.<br>• Examine and reconcile common area maintenance billings, insurance recoveries, and property tax allocations for accuracy.<br>• Produce rent rolls, financial summaries, and variance reporting in Excel, using advanced functions and pivot tables to identify trends.<br>• Manage accounts receivable activities by tracking outstanding balances, preparing tenant account statements, and assisting with collection efforts.<br>• Provide administrative and financial support for lease activity, including renewals, rent increases, and related record updates.<br>• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and tenants to address property maintenance concerns and operational matters in a timely manner.<br>• Verify that insurance certificates, vendor agreements, and compliance records remain current and aligned with property requirements.<br>• Work closely with the property management team to uncover savings opportunities and strengthen net operating income.<br>• Assist with leasing support by contributing to property tours, reviewing market conditions, and helping maintain competitive positioning.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounting activity for assigned commercial properties, including cash receipts, deposits, invoice processing, tenant charges, and account updates within Yardi.<br>• Complete month-end close tasks by recording operating activity, preparing supporting schedules, and ensuring the general ledger reflects accurate financial results.<br>• Track and post revenue and expense activity such as rent, ancillary income, prepaid items, accrued liabilities, debt service, payroll, and management-related costs.<br>• Reconcile key accounts on a regular basis, including bank accounts, security deposits, cash receipts, and other balance sheet items tied to property operations.<br>• Maintain fixed asset records and calculate recurring depreciation and amortization entries in accordance with accounting requirements.<br>• Review actual performance against budgets and forecasts, investigate notable variances, and provide clear explanations to support management decisions.<br>• Prepare recurring financial packages for investors and lenders, contribute to cash flow forecasting, and assist with annual budgeting and quarterly combined reporting.<br>• Partner with asset management and external auditors on capitalization matters, audit support, intercompany reconciliations, billings, and additional financial analysis as needed.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounting activities for assigned properties, ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date.<br>• Process invoices, payments, tenant billings, and cash receipts while maintaining organized accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows.<br>• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to support reliable financial reporting.<br>• Perform full-cycle month-end close tasks, including journal entries, accruals, account analysis, and general ledger review.<br>• Prepare and review common area maintenance reconciliations for applicable properties and help resolve related questions.<br>• Maintain property accounting data within Yardi and use the system to support reporting, transaction processing, and account oversight.<br>• Support accounting needs for a portfolio that includes medical office properties and senior living or senior housing assets.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure reporting deadlines are met and accounting activity aligns with established procedures.
We are looking for a Payroll Systems Administrator to take direct ownership of critical HR and payroll platforms for a growing late-stage clinical biopharma organization in California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a senior-level specialist who can independently manage system administration, strengthen audit readiness, and align technology configurations with real-world hiring and payroll operations. Based in California, this role combines hands-on platform support, cross-functional process oversight, and partnership with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure reliable end-to-end workforce data flow.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily administration of ADP Workforce Now, including account setup and removal, security access maintenance, workflow updates, system configuration changes, and report generation.<br>• Support ongoing HR systems enhancements by validating data accuracy, stabilizing recently deployed updates, and ensuring system performance meets business needs.<br>• Maintain a strong control framework by coordinating user access reviews, tracking administrative changes, preparing documentation, and responding directly to audit requests.<br>• Manage the applicant tracking system, such as Greenhouse or a similar platform, to ensure smooth movement of candidate and employee information from recruiting through payroll.<br>• Serve as the operational owner for interconnected HR, payroll, and recruiting processes by translating business requirements into effective system setup and usage.<br>• Apply structured change management practices by documenting incidents, service requests, and system changes with clear and consistent records.<br>• Lead related project activities such as gathering requirements, producing process documentation, coordinating testing, and working with stakeholders and vendors to deliver system improvements.<br>• Provide training and guidance to HR and payroll users on updated workflows, system functionality, and configuration changes.
We are looking for an early-career accounting team member to join a collaborative finance team in Irvine, California. This Contract to Permanent position offers the chance to build practical experience across core accounting functions while contributing to daily financial operations. You will work closely with accounting leadership, strengthen your technical skills, and gain exposure to reconciliations, general ledger activity, and month-end processes in a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage incoming customer payments, post cash activity accurately, and maintain up-to-date accounts receivable records.<br>• Reconcile customer accounts, investigate payment variances, and resolve billing discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Support invoice processing and assist with accounts payable tasks to help ensure obligations are recorded correctly and paid on schedule.<br>• Prepare journal entries and help maintain accurate general ledger data for routine accounting activity.<br>• Complete bank, credit card, cash, and balance sheet reconciliations to support reliable financial reporting.<br>• Assist with monthly close procedures and contribute to ad hoc accounting assignments as business needs arise.<br>• Record deposits in QuickBooks and use internal systems to track financial transactions with accuracy.<br>• Maintain organized financial documentation and follow established accounting controls and internal procedures.
<p><strong>Management Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Burbank, CA</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time / Direct Hire</p><p>Our client, a small and growing manufacturing company, is seeking a <strong>Management Accountant</strong> to join their team in a highly visible, stand-alone accounting role. This position is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a small company environment and enjoys owning the full accounting cycle.</p><p><br></p><p>The Management Accountant will be responsible for all day-to-day accounting functions, month-end close, financial reporting, inventory accounting, and tax-related responsibilities. The ideal candidate will come from a <strong>small manufacturing or distribution environment</strong> and have experience managing a broad range of accounting duties independently.</p><p><em>Key Responsibilities</em></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle <strong>accounts payable</strong> and <strong>accounts receivable</strong></li><li>Process <strong>payroll</strong></li><li>Prepare <strong>journal entries</strong> and account reconciliations</li><li>Lead the <strong>month-end close</strong> process</li><li>Prepare internal <strong>financial statements</strong></li><li>Perform <strong>inventory accounting</strong> and related analysis</li><li>Conduct general <strong>accounting analysis</strong> to support business decisions</li><li>Handle <strong>sales and use tax</strong> and <strong>property tax</strong> reporting/compliance</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Partner with leadership to provide financial insight and support operational decision-making</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Staff Accountant to support financial operations across multiple sites in Los Angeles, California. This position works closely with operations leaders, accounting partners, and executive stakeholders to produce accurate billing, maintain reliable financial records, and strengthen reporting quality. The ideal candidate brings strong month-end close expertise, sound general ledger knowledge, and the ability to manage contract-driven invoicing in a fast-paced service environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Generate routine and one-time invoices for multiple locations, ensuring charges align with contract terms, rate schedules, and service activity.<br>• Examine customer agreements and supporting documentation to bill management fees, reimbursable costs, hourly work, and other contracted services accurately.<br>• Maintain organized billing calendars and monitor due dates to keep invoicing timely across a multi-site portfolio.<br>• Collaborate with operations teams and customers to investigate invoice questions, correct discrepancies, and clear outstanding billing issues.<br>• Review site-level financial performance each month by reconciling profit and loss activity, evaluating budget-to-actual results, and researching unusual variances.<br>• Prepare journal entries, account reclasses, and reconciliations to support accurate coding of revenue and expenses by location and department.<br>• Support accounts receivable activities by updating customer billing records, assisting with aging review, and contributing to collection follow-up efforts.<br>• Create transportation and special event billings based on labor, mileage, routes, equipment usage, staffing, parking operations, and other billable expenses while confirming event profitability.<br>• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including reconciliations, reporting support, audit preparation, tax support, and process improvements aimed at shortening the close timeline.
<p><strong>Finance & Accounting Specialist - Bilingual Japanese</strong></p><p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Finance & Accounting Specialist - <strong>Bilingual Japanese </strong>to support day-to-day accounting operations for a hospitality-focused organization in Torrance, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage financial records accurately, communicate effectively in Japanese and English, and contribute to efficient billing and payment processes. The position offers the opportunity to work across both payables and receivables while helping maintain organized, timely, and reliable accounting data.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments in accordance with internal timelines and accounting procedures.</p><p>• Maintain accounts receivable records by creating invoices, monitoring outstanding balances, and following up on open items as needed.</p><p>• Enter financial information into accounting systems with a high degree of accuracy and ensure records remain current and complete.</p><p>• Reconcile transactions and review account activity to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and support clean financial reporting.</p><p>• Use QuickBooks and related tools to track daily accounting activity, organize records, and generate routine financial information.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal teams and external contacts in both Japanese and English to address billing questions and payment matters.</p><p>• Support invoice processing workflows by reviewing details, matching records, and helping improve efficiency in day-to-day accounting tasks.</p>