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63 results for Accountant Entry Level in Fallbrook, CA

Jr. Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 33 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization to identify a Junior Staff Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate or early-career accounting professional looking to gain hands-on experience and build a strong foundation in corporate accounting. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with day-to-day general ledger accounting activities</li><li>Prepare and post basic journal entries and accruals</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions</li><li>Assist with invoice processing, cash applications, and payment processing</li><li>Research and resolve accounting discrepancies</li><li>Assist with maintaining accurate financial records</li><li>Support the preparation of financial reports and analysis</li><li>Assist with audits and other accounting projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Corona, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
48000 - 52000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a client-focused organization. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong accounting knowledge with a detail-oriented, approachable communication style. The successful candidate will manage core bookkeeping activities, maintain accurate records, and help ensure timely processing of financial transactions. Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate financial records by recording daily transactions and keeping bookkeeping data organized and up to date. • Process vendor invoices and payments while monitoring outstanding obligations to support smooth accounts payable operations. • Issue customer invoices, track incoming payments, and follow up on open balances to maintain effective accounts receivable processes. • Reconcile bank statements and internal financial records regularly to identify discrepancies and ensure reporting accuracy. • Use QuickBooks to enter, review, and manage accounting information across routine bookkeeping functions. • Communicate with clients in a courteous and detail-oriented manner when addressing account questions, payment status, or documentation needs. • Assist with preparing financial information and supporting documentation for internal review or standard accounting activities.
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

Cost Accounting Manager

Vista, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and cost oversight for a manufacturing environment in Vista, California. This role will guide the financial close cycle, maintain accurate inventory and standard costing practices, and deliver clear reporting that supports business decisions. The position also partners closely with operational and corporate stakeholders to strengthen controls, improve processes, and provide insight into financial performance. Responsibilities: • Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring financial results are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule. • Review journal entries, reconciliations, and account fluctuation analyses to maintain reliable financial records and strong balance sheet support. • Oversee full absorption cost accounting, including inventory valuation, standard cost maintenance, and analysis of material, labor, and overhead variances. • Manage inventory reconciliation activities by investigating differences between operational records, system data, and financial reporting, and drive timely resolution. • Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to strengthen inventory controls, support physical counts, and evaluate key cost drivers affecting production. • Prepare financial statements, forecasts, budgets, and reporting packages for leadership and corporate consolidation requirements. • Establish and maintain internal controls related to revenue recognition, accruals, fixed assets, leases, intercompany activity, and manufacturing accounting processes. • Support internal and external audit requests, regulatory reporting needs, and documentation requirements for divisional entities. • Serve as a trusted finance partner to divisional leadership by communicating financial results, highlighting risks, and supporting informed decision-making. • Identify and implement process and system improvements, including support for ERP-related enhancements, accounting policy alignment, and the development of team members.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager/Senior Tax Accountant

Murrieta, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
104000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced tax specialist to lead client tax engagements and guide the daily execution of a growing tax practice in California. This role combines advanced technical tax work with team leadership, client advisory support, and oversight of quality and deadlines across a diverse portfolio. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of individual, corporate, partnership, and nonprofit taxation, along with the ability to strengthen processes and deliver thoughtful planning strategies that support client goals. Responsibilities: • Direct the day-to-day work of the tax function, ensuring returns and related filings are completed accurately and submitted on schedule. • Prepare and examine complex tax returns for individuals, businesses, and tax-exempt organizations, providing high-level technical review before final approval. • Lead tax planning initiatives and modeling exercises that help clients make informed decisions and improve tax efficiency. • Coach, mentor, and support tax staff and senior accountants by offering technical guidance, workload direction, and ongoing development feedback. • Organize departmental priorities, manage seasonal deadlines, and coordinate scheduling to maintain consistent delivery during high-volume periods. • Build and maintain strong client relationships by advising on tax matters, discussing planning opportunities, and identifying additional value-added services. • Meet with clients virtually and in person to review returns, gather information, and discuss planning recommendations. • Strengthen internal quality standards by refining review procedures, improving workflow practices, and promoting efficient tax preparation processes. • Respond to tax notices, support audit-related matters, and communicate with taxing authorities to help resolve client issues. • Track changes in tax legislation, interpret their impact, and share practical guidance with leadership, staff, and clients as appropriate.
2026-07-27T00:00:00Z

Senior Accounting Manager

Mira Loma, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations in Mira Loma, California and provide accurate, timely financial insight to business leaders. This role will guide the month-end close, strengthen reporting quality, and help shape a disciplined, scalable accounting environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to improve processes that support growth and sound decision-making. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, reconciliations, and financial transaction review to maintain accuracy and consistency. • Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are prepared with precision. • Produce and review financial statements, management reports, and operating analyses that support leadership planning and performance evaluation. • Partner with executive stakeholders to enhance internal controls, refine accounting procedures, and elevate the reliability of financial data. • Manage audit readiness by coordinating schedules, documentation, and responses for external audit requirements. • Develop, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff, fostering a high-performing team with clear priorities and accountability. • Oversee budgeting and forecasting support by translating financial activity into meaningful insights for operational and strategic planning. • Identify and implement accounting automation opportunities and system enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Senior Accounting Manager

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
145000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
Senior Accounting ManagerLocation: Santa Ana, CA - Hybrid scheduleJob Type: Full-Time, Direct HireIndustry: Manufacturing A rapidly growing, private equity-backed manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to join its finance leadership team. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who brings a strong foundation in month-end close, GAAP, and financial reporting, along with a blend of public accounting and private industry experience.The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and can help strengthen accounting operations, support reporting requirements, and drive process improvements as the business continues to scale.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Oversee the preparation and review of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Manage financial reporting activities and support internal and external reporting requirements</li><li>Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure the integrity of financial data and reporting</li><li>Support annual audit activities and coordinate with external auditors</li><li>Assist with technical accounting matters and application of GAAP guidance</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and support scalability</li><li>Mentor and develop accounting staff while helping manage team priorities and workflow</li><li>Participate in ad hoc projects and leadership initiatives as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities and provide day-to-day guidance to the team in Irvine, California. This position will oversee essential financial operations, support a timely close process, and help improve workload coordination across accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on leadership ability, and experience working in fast-paced manufacturing, consumer products, or distribution environments. Responsibilities: • Lead daily accounting operations and help prioritize assignments across the team to ensure deadlines and departmental goals are met. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities while supporting accurate transaction processing and issue resolution. • Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and review of financial results. • Perform variance analysis and ad hoc reporting to provide insight into business performance and support decision-making. • Administer the Avalara sales tax platform and maintain compliance with sales and use tax requirements. • Review and support expense reporting processes, including oversight of employee reimbursements and related documentation. • Assist accountants with shortage claims and help coordinate follow-up, resolution, and reporting as needed. • Use advanced Excel tools such as PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and SUMIFS to analyze data, prepare reports, and improve reporting accuracy.
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Anaheim, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations in Anaheim, California. This role will oversee financial reporting activities, maintain the accuracy of the general ledger, and guide the monthly close process from start to finish. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to reconciliations and journal entries, and the ability to support audit readiness in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly closing cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are complete and accurate. • Manage general ledger activity by reviewing transactions, maintaining account integrity, and resolving discrepancies. • Prepare and review journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and proper accounting treatment. • Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances to keep balances accurate and current. • Coordinate documentation and schedules required for financial statement audits and respond to auditor requests. • Monitor accounting processes and recommend improvements that strengthen controls and reporting accuracy. • Supervise day-to-day accounting activities and provide guidance to team members on best practices and priorities.
2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant – Commercial Construction

Escondido, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 36 USD / Hourly
A respected commercial general contractor is seeking a Staff Accountant with construction accounting experience to support financial operations across multiple active projects. This role goes beyond traditional accounting by partnering directly with project managers, operations leaders, and executive management to ensure accurate job costing and project profitability. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a deadline-driven environment and has a strong understanding of project-based accounting. ResponsibilitiesConstruction Accounting<ul><li>Prepare monthly job cost reports and project reconciliations</li><li>Record journal entries and maintain the general ledger</li><li>Review work-in-progress schedules and project budgets</li><li>Assist with percentage-of-completion accounting</li><li>Support monthly financial statement preparation</li></ul>Project Financial Support<ul><li>Reconcile subcontractor costs and retainage</li><li>Review project billing and change orders</li><li>Assist with cash flow forecasting</li><li>Support annual audits and internal compliance initiatives</li></ul>
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper - Construction

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing construction company to identify a Construction Bookkeeper for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for an experienced bookkeeping professional with construction industry experience who is comfortable managing day-to-day accounting activities and supporting project-related financial operations. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities</li><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Prepare customer invoices and assist with construction billing</li><li>Process vendor invoices and subcontractor payments</li><li>Reconcile bank and credit card accounts</li><li>Record and track project-related expenses</li><li>Assist with job costing and project accounting</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor, customer, and financial records</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and certified payroll, if applicable</li><li>Support lien waivers, insurance certificates, and subcontractor documentation</li><li>Assist with month-end close and financial reporting</li><li>Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, customers, and internal teams regarding accounting matters</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Staff Accoutant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 38 USD / Hourly
Staff AccountantRobert Half is partnering with a well-established company in the government contracting and manufacturing industry to identify a Staff Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with strong general ledger experience who enjoys working in a structured, fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform day-to-day general ledger accounting activities</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger activity</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed</li><li>Assist with financial reporting and variance analysis</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records in NetSuite</li><li>Support accounting activities related to government contracting and manufacturing operations</li><li>Assist with audit requests and other special accounting projects</li></ul>
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant – Aviation Services

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
45 - 53 USD / Hourly
A premier private aviation company is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its growing finance team in Carlsbad. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-moving environment supporting the financial operations of a company that provides private charter and aviation management services. You'll collaborate with leadership across finance, maintenance, flight operations, and client services while helping ensure the accuracy and integrity of the organization's financial reporting.If you enjoy solving complex accounting challenges, improving financial processes, and working in an industry where every day is different, this role offers an exciting next step. What You'll DoCorporate Accounting<ul><li>Prepare and review monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Analyze operating expenses and investigate financial variances</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting</li><li>Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting standards</li></ul>Operational Support<ul><li>Partner with flight operations and maintenance teams to reconcile operational expenses</li><li>Monitor aircraft-related costs and vendor activity</li><li>Improve accounting workflows and reporting processes</li><li>Assist with external audits and compliance documentation</li><li>Develop financial reports for executive leadership</li></ul>
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

Project Manager/Accounting Manager

Tustin, CA
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Temporary / Contract
50 - 65 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager or Accounting Manager to support our Orange County manufacturing client. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone in finance who combines strong cost accounting knowledge with the ability to guide complex, cross-functional initiatives. The position will work closely with multiple departmentsto keep key projects on track while also providing sound accounting expertise and clear communication across teams. Responsibilities:• Lead and coordinate two active initiatives at the same time, ensuring milestones, dependencies, and deliverables remain aligned with business objectives.• Oversee the implementation progress of an accounts payable automation effort, partnering with stakeholders to support execution and issue resolution.• Support the launch and ongoing coordination of a material-to-shipping project in collaboration with IT and supply chain teams.• Apply manufacturing cost accounting knowledge to advise project decisions, including standard rate methodology and cost-related analysis.• Track timelines, priorities, and project updates using tools such as Microsoft Project, Teams, or similar planning platforms.• Prepare and deliver clear status updates and presentations for leadership and cross-functional groups.• Contribute accounting expertise in areas such as general ledger activity and month-end close as needed to support operational goals.• Report project progress, risks, and key decisions to the Controller while helping drive accountability across participating teams.
2026-08-02T00:00:00Z