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Bookkeeper

San Clemente, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30.4 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for an organization based in California. This is a long-term contract opportunity scheduled for approximately 20 hours per week, ideal for someone who can maintain accurate records and keep accounting processes running smoothly. The person in this role will manage core bookkeeping activities, work confidently in QuickBooks, and help ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Responsibilities: • Record and maintain financial transactions with a high level of accuracy across routine bookkeeping activities. • Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and track outgoing obligations to support efficient accounts payable operations. • Issue customer invoices, monitor incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances as part of accounts receivable management. • Reconcile bank and financial account activity regularly to identify discrepancies and keep records current. • Update and organize accounting data in QuickBooks to support reliable reporting and audit readiness. • Review entries and supporting documentation to help ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper classification of transactions. • Assist with ongoing accounting process needs and related financial record maintenance as business requirements evolve.
2026-05-04T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 32 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Bookkeeper to support day-to-day accounting operations for a growing organization in the San Diego region. The Bookkeeper will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reconciliations, and assisting with accounts payable and receivable processes. The ideal Bookkeeper is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment. A strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to assist where needed are essential. This contract to potential permanent opportunity is located in the San Diego region and may be onsite or hybrid. Key Responsibilities for the Bookkeeper:<ul><li>Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger activity</li><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and vendor statements</li><li>Assist with invoicing, billing, and payment tracking</li><li>Prepare journal entries and support month-end close activities</li><li>Maintain organized financial documentation and records</li><li>Assist with payroll support and expense tracking as needed</li><li>Respond to vendor and client accounting inquiries</li></ul> While on contract, working with Robert Half will provide the ideal Bookkeeper with benefit options and exposure to a variety of accounting systems and financial operations.
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Poway, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client in Poway, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their accounting team. This role is ideal for a motivated accounting professional with a strong foundation in general ledger activity, reconciliations, and month-end close. The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations and help ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed</li><li>Analyze financial data and help prepare internal reports</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records</li><li>Review expense reports and ensure proper coding and documentation</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaids, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support audits by preparing schedules and providing documentation</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting discrepancies</li></ul>
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

El Cajon, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in El Cajon, California. This role requires a proactive individual who excels in managing financial operations, driving efficiencies, and ensuring compliance with organizational standards. You will play a key role in overseeing accounting processes across multiple entities, supporting strategic business planning, and maintaining rigorous internal controls. Responsibilities: • Oversee cash management processes, including petty cash, expense management, rent roll reviews, accounts payable, and approval workflows. • Manage accounting operations for various entities, including intercompany allocations and inventory tracking for home sales and renovations. • Conduct financial analysis, budgeting, cost accounting, and project accounting to support business growth and decision-making. • Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for accounting teams, including offshore staff, while providing leadership and guidance. • Ensure compliance with corporate policies, maintain internal controls, and handle sensitive financial information with discretion. • Prepare and review corporate tax returns and sales tax filings, ensuring accurate and timely submissions. • Record and reconcile journal entries in adherence to established accounting standards. • Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and workflows.
2026-04-10T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
82000 - 86000 USD / Yearly
OVERVIEW OF THE JOB:The Staff Accountant is a full-time, non-exempt position that reports to the Assistant Controller and works closely with the whole Finance Department. The position supports the financial operations by ensuring accurate accounting, compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and strong stewardship of assets.Overall Responsibilities:• Ensure accurate recording and proper allocation of daily contributions; prepare and distributedonor acknowledgment letters• Maintain the general ledger, including preparation of monthly journal entries and accountreconciliations• Assist with grant payment processing, tracking, and required financial reporting• Support accounts payable functions, including invoice entry and check disbursements• Assist in budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis• Support month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financialreporting• Assist with preparation of annual audit schedules and collaborate with external auditors• Respond to internal and external inquiries related to accounting and finance matters• Document accounting procedures and support the development and maintenance of internalcontrols• Follow established internal controls to safeguard foundation assetsSKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS• B.A. in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred• At least five years of accounting experience, preferably in not-for-profit sector• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications• Experience using Salesforce a plus• Comfortable and competent with technology and eager to learn new systems• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple ongoing activities• Excellent customer service skills• Commitment to detail• Strong interest in working in the nonprofit sector with a values-driven organization• Must be able to multitask and thrive in a busy environment• Willingness to take instructions and requests from multiple staff members
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records for our San Diego, California team. This role combines core accounting responsibilities across payables, receivables, banking, and month-end close with hands-on involvement in cost accounting and reporting. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while providing dependable support to both finance and general office functions. Responsibilities: • Manage full-cycle accounts payable activities, including invoice review, vendor documentation maintenance, 1099 support, employee expense processing, and timely payment distribution. • Oversee accounts receivable tasks by preparing customer invoices, following up on outstanding balances, supporting credit evaluations, and addressing billing-related questions. • Reconcile daily banking activity, record cash transactions in the accounting system, verify the validity of disbursements, and assist with deposits and card-related transactions. • Prepare journal entries, maintain account reconciliations, and support month-end close activities to ensure financial statements are complete and accurate. • Analyze accounting records for discrepancies, research unusual items, and implement corrections to preserve data integrity across the general ledger. • Contribute to cost accounting processes by monitoring inventory-related transactions, supporting standard costing updates, reviewing variances, and assisting with margin and project reporting. • Participate in physical inventory efforts and help maintain accurate records for bills of material, labor allocation, and overhead application. • Support audit and tax preparation by assembling schedules, providing requested documentation, and gathering financial data for year-end and other compliance needs. • Maintain organized electronic records, uphold document retention standards, and assist with internal control updates, routine reporting, and confidential file management. • Provide occasional office support such as handling incoming calls, coordinating mail and meeting spaces, and working with service vendors to keep daily operations running smoothly.
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in San Diego, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, banking, and month-end close while helping maintain accurate financial records in a manufacturing-focused environment. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, sound judgment, and the ability to manage both financial processes and administrative support responsibilities with professionalism and discretion. Responsibilities: • Oversee accounts payable activities by reviewing invoices, maintaining vendor tax documentation, preparing annual 1099-related support, and coordinating timely payment processing. • Manage employee expense submissions and company card activity, ensuring transactions are properly reviewed, coded, and recorded. • Support accounts receivable functions by issuing customer billings, following up on outstanding balances, and addressing billing-related questions from clients. • Perform daily banking reconciliation tasks, verify the validity of cash disbursements, and record deposit, payment, and credit card activity in the accounting system. • Prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and complete monthly close procedures to support accurate financial reporting. • Analyze financial records for completeness and accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues that may affect reporting integrity. • Contribute to cost accounting efforts by monitoring inventory-related data, maintaining bills of material updates, reviewing variances, and assisting with margin and project reporting. • Assist with audit and tax preparation by compiling schedules, gathering supporting documentation, and organizing financial records for internal and external review. • Maintain electronic filing systems, uphold document retention standards, and help strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures as business needs evolve. • Provide general office support as needed, including front desk backup, mail handling, meeting coordination, vendor communication, and basic facility-related administrative tasks.
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 38 USD / Hourly
Our client, a growing company in the biotech industry, is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant for a contract-to-permanent opportunity in San Diego, CA. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with strong general ledger experience who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Perform bank and account reconciliations</li><li>Analyze financial data and support preparation of financial reports</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules</li><li>Support accruals, prepaid expenses, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and accounting procedures</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation</li><li>Partner with internal departments to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve processes</li><li>Support ad hoc accounting and finance projects as assigned</li></ul>
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

La Jolla, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 87000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support real estate development accounting activities in California. This role works closely with development, contract administration, accounts payable, and corporate accounting teams to keep lease-related financial obligations accurate, timely, and well documented. The position is ideal for an accounting specialist who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and enjoys building organized, reliable processes across a large portfolio of land agreements. Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain a comprehensive payment calendar for a large portfolio of land leases, ensuring all recurring obligations are scheduled and completed on time. • Coordinate with accounts payable and internal stakeholders to review, authorize, and process lease payments accurately for numerous landowners nationwide. • Track property tax obligations tied to leased parcels and partner with accounting teams to support timely payments, compliance activities, and related entries. • Monitor active purchase orders for land development vendors and consultants, comparing invoices and total spend against approved limits and identifying when updates or change orders are needed. • Communicate with consultants, vendors, and internal departments to resolve invoice, payment, and purchase order discrepancies efficiently. • Organize and monitor critical contract dates and financial conditions, including payment milestones, insurance requirements, and other key obligations. • Review escrow-related accounting details and wire request information to confirm completeness and accuracy before processing. • Maintain well-structured physical and digital files for leases, tax records, purchase orders, and supporting financial documentation. • Prepare regular reports on the status of land agreements, payment activity, and outstanding items for management review.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Fallbrook, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and contribute to accurate financial reporting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structured processes but also wants to grow into more complex accounting responsibilities over time. You’ll play a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial data while working closely with a collaborative finance team. RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Perform bank and account reconciliations</li><li>Support accounts payable and receivable functions as needed</li><li>Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules</li><li>Maintain accurate and organized financial records</li><li>Assist with audits and compliance requirements</li><li>Identify and support process improvements</li></ul>
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Escondido, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 37 USD / Hourly
We’re looking for a Staff Accountant who wants to go beyond routine tasks and be part of a team that values accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This role offers exposure to a wide range of accounting functions and is ideal for someone who enjoys digging into the details while also understanding the bigger financial picture.You’ll work closely with senior accountants and leadership, gaining hands-on experience in reporting, analysis, and process optimization. RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Support full-cycle accounting, including journal entries and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with monthly close and financial statement preparation</li><li>Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or trends</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Support audits and regulatory reporting requirements</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with finance and operations teams</li></ul>
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Laguna Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are inviting applications for the role of a Staff Accountant in Laguna Beach, California. This role is central to our clients real estate team, primarily focusing on accounts payable tasks using Yardi software. The role is in-office and offers an exciting opportunity for those with a background in accounting. Responsibilities:• Execute and supervise accounts payable using Yardi software• Perform check runs and contribute to other accounting tasks as needed• Offer support to property management and office tasks as required• Ensure precision and meticulousness in all financial transactions• Handle accounts receivable tasks and bank reconciliations• Maintain and manage the general ledger• Record and manage journal entries• Close financial records at the end of each month• Use accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP effectively.
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z