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Payroll Specialist

Costa Mesa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in California. This is a contract position suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented payroll specialist who can step in quickly, work independently, and manage complex payroll activity with minimal ramp-up time. The ideal candidate brings strong technical payroll knowledge, experience with high-volume processing, and confidence working with non-exempt and piece-rate pay structures. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for approximately 1,500 employees while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. • Manage multi-state payroll activities, including review of earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll inputs across a large workforce. • Use payroll systems to enter, audit, validate, and finalize payroll data, resolving discrepancies before payroll completion. • Review non-exempt employee pay records to ensure regular wages, overtime, and piece-rate compensation are calculated correctly. • Perform payroll reconciliations and verify changes such as new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and benefit-related deductions. • Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, investigate variances, and support smooth payroll execution during each cycle. • Maintain accurate payroll records and help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour requirements. • Assist with payroll-related reporting and support ongoing process needs tied to day-to-day payroll operations.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
Payroll Specialist – TemporaryRobert Half is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a temporary opportunity with an established organization. This position will support payroll processing for multiple locations as part of a larger payroll team. The ideal candidate has hands-on payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage detailed payroll information accurately and efficiently. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll for multiple locations and employee groups</li><li>Review timekeeping, payroll data, deductions, and employee information for accuracy</li><li>Assist with payroll adjustments, corrections, and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Ensure accurate processing of earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll-related items</li><li>Work closely with HR, accounting, and other payroll team members to address payroll questions and issues</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Utilize Excel to review, organize, and analyze payroll data</li><li>Support the payroll team with various payroll and administrative projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

San Luis Rey, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
38 - 48 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing consumer products organization in North County San Diego that is looking for a Financial Analyst to join its Finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys digging into the numbers but also wants to understand the why behind the numbers. You’ll work closely with Finance, Accounting, Sales, and Operations to analyze business performance, prepare forecasts, and provide reporting that helps leadership make informed decisions.This role would be a strong fit for someone who enjoys a combination of FP&A, reporting, budgeting, and business analysis rather than spending the entire day focused on traditional accounting.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Prepare monthly financial reporting packages and management reports</li><li>Analyze actual results against budget, forecast, and prior-year performance</li><li>Investigate revenue, expense, and margin variances and communicate key findings</li><li>Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting</li><li>Maintain and update financial models used for business planning</li><li>Track departmental spending and operating expenses</li><li>Partner with Sales and Operations to understand business trends and performance</li><li>Prepare recurring dashboards and KPI reporting</li><li>Assist with month-end financial analysis and accrual review</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and data accuracy</li><li>Build ad hoc analyses for leadership and department heads</li><li>Translate financial information into clear takeaways for non-finance partners</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Valley Center, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
42 - 48 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Diego organization is adding a Financial Analyst to support its Finance and Operations teams. This position sits at the intersection of finance and day-to-day business operations, making it a great fit for someone who likes to analyze financial information, spot trends, and turn data into useful business insights.You’ll have ownership over recurring reporting while also getting involved in forecasting, headcount analysis, operating expenses, and longer-term business planning.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop monthly and quarterly financial reports</li><li>Analyze operating expenses, revenue, and departmental performance</li><li>Prepare budget-to-actual and forecast-to-actual analyses</li><li>Maintain financial models and planning schedules</li><li>Assist with annual operating plan and forecasting cycles</li><li>Monitor headcount, labor costs, and department spending</li><li>Research significant financial variances and provide explanations</li><li>Partner with Accounting on month-end reporting and financial data validation</li><li>Create dashboards and reporting packages for leadership</li><li>Analyze trends and identify areas requiring additional investigation</li><li>Support business cases, cost analyses, and special financial projects</li><li>Improve existing reporting processes and automate repetitive Excel work</li><li>Present findings and recommendations to Finance and Operations leadership</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Banning, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
82000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support data-driven planning and fiscal decision-making for a growing government organization in California. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can interpret financial information, build useful models, and translate complex data into practical recommendations for leadership. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to budgeting, reporting, and performance analysis in a collaborative public-sector environment. Responsibilities: • Develop financial models and analytical tools to evaluate trends, forecast outcomes, and support strategic planning. • Review budget-to-actual results, identify key variances, and explain financial performance to internal stakeholders. • Gather, organize, and interpret financial and operational data from multiple sources to support reporting and decision-making. • Prepare ad hoc analyses that help leadership assess costs, risks, and resource allocation needs. • Monitor financial activity and recommend process improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and reporting quality. • Partner with accounting, operations, and management teams to deliver timely insights on fiscal performance and planning priorities. • Create clear reports and presentations that summarize findings, highlight issues, and outline actionable recommendations. • Assist with ongoing analytical initiatives, including data validation and updates to financial reporting or modeling processes when needed.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
AR + Financial Analysis + Commercial Finance + Finance Business Partner This person will support assigned customer accounts and partner with Sales and Operations throughout the customer lifecycle. Core Responsibilities • Own AR and Order-to-Cash activities • Invoicing, booking, clearing and reconciliations • AR aging and collection follow-up • Customer deductions and dispute resolution • Trade spend and promotional expense management • Accruals and customer-related expenses • Pricing and commercial analysis • Build simulated P&Ls • Evaluate business terms and promotional strategies • Financial reporting and analysis • Process improvement • Finance systems/digitalization initiatives • Partner directly with Sales and Operations Ideal Background Target: • Financial Analyst • Accounting Analyst • Senior Accountant with strong analytical skills • Commercial Finance Analyst • Channel Finance Analyst • Revenue Analyst • AR Analyst ready for a step up • Finance Business Partner
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Certified Payroll Administrator

Jurupa Valley, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Payroll Administrator II to process weekly, multi-state payroll and certified payroll for a large workforce. This role works closely with HR, project teams, contractors, and external agencies to ensure accurate pay and compliance with prevailing wage requirements. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process full-cycle, high-volume payroll for union and non-union employees.</li><li>Audit timecards and calculate wages, taxes, deductions, bonuses, and union fringe benefits.</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports and supporting compliance documents.</li><li>Review project requirements and subcontractor payroll documentation for prevailing wage compliance.</li><li>Import timecard data, enter labor allocations, and process final pay and check adjustments.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and coordinate with HR to maintain accurate employee records.</li><li>Prepare monthly union fringe reports and support year-end payroll processes.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and protect confidential employee information.</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Vista, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a busy distribution company that is adding an Accounts Payable Clerk to its accounting department. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants exposure to the operational side of accounting.You’ll work closely with Purchasing, Receiving, Warehouse, and Accounting to make sure invoices are accurate, properly documented, and paid on time. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process invoices for inventory, supplies, freight, and operating expenses</li><li>Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Verify quantities, pricing, vendor information, and payment terms</li><li>Research discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, and receipts</li><li>Enter invoices into the accounting system</li><li>Maintain vendor files and W-9 documentation</li><li>Assist with vendor statement reconciliations</li><li>Track outstanding invoices and upcoming payment obligations</li><li>Prepare invoices for approval</li><li>Assist with check runs, ACH payments, and other payment processing</li><li>Research duplicate invoices and credits</li><li>Communicate with Purchasing and Receiving regarding missing information</li><li>Assist with month-end AP reporting and reconciliations</li><li>Maintain accurate digital accounting records</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is hiring an Accounts Payable Clerk for a growing professional services company in North County San Diego. This is a great opportunity for someone with 1–2 years of accounting experience who wants to build a strong foundation in Accounts Payable while working with an experienced accounting team.The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, comfortable working with invoices, and enjoys keeping things moving behind the scenes. What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Enter and process a high volume of vendor invoices</li><li>Review invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and supporting documentation</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and other backup</li><li>Code invoices to the appropriate GL accounts</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records</li><li>Respond to basic vendor inquiries regarding invoice status and payment timing</li><li>Assist with weekly check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies</li><li>Research duplicate invoices and payment issues</li><li>Maintain organized AP files and documentation</li><li>Assist with credit card and expense report processing</li><li>Support month-end AP activities</li><li>Prepare basic AP reports for the accounting team</li><li>Assist with other accounting projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Corona, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
20 - 25 USD / Hourly
NOW HIRING: ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST Position Type: Full-Time | OnsiteAn established hospitality organization is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support its accounting department and help maintain accurate, efficient financial operations. This individual will manage invoice processing, vendor payments, account reconciliations, and month-end activities while ensuring expenses are properly documented, approved, and recorded.The ideal candidate is organized, resourceful, and comfortable working in a high-volume environment. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to process improvements while collaborating with accounting leadership, purchasing, and other departments. KEY RESPONSIBILITIESAccounts Payable & Vendor ManagementProcess a high volume of vendor invoices, ensuring accurate coding, proper approvals, and timely payment.Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.Review purchase orders for accuracy and resolve discrepancies with purchasing and receiving teams.Reconcile corporate credit card statements and investigate variances.Maintain accurate vendor records, including tax documentation, payment details, and credit applications.Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice or payment issues promptly.Monitor outstanding invoices and maintain records to support timely payment and accurate expense reporting. Reconciliations & Month-End CloseReconcile accounts payable subledgers to the general ledger and investigate discrepancies.Assist with month-end closing procedures, including accruals, outstanding invoices, and account reconciliations.Maintain closing schedules and follow up on missing documentation to ensure expenses are recorded in the appropriate period.Reconcile transaction activity across operational and financial reporting systems.Assist with preparing periodic sales tax calculations and supporting required filings. General Accounting SupportAssist the finance team with special projects, reporting, and additional accounting duties.Identify inconsistencies, research numerical discrepancies, and recommend appropriate corrections.Contribute ideas to improve the efficiency and accuracy of accounting workflows. If you have accounts payable experience, strong Excel skills, and a commitment to accuracy and timely financial processing, we invite you to apply. Submit your resume for confidential consideration.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Business Systems Analyst

Suite 2040, CA
remote
Temporary to Hire
50 - 65 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a hands-on Senior Business Systems Analyst to support a high-impact enterprise systems initiative centered on ADP WFN deployment and optimization, with integration touchpoints across NetSuite ERP and Concur. This is a fully remote, contract opportunity with strong potential to convert to a contract-to-permanent role. This position is ideal for a systems detail oriented who thrives in a lean environment, can work independently, and is comfortable owning the full lifecycle of business systems work—from discovery and process mapping through configuration, testing, documentation, training, and go-live support. This is not a pure project management or oversight role; we are looking for someone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and execute. Key Responsibilities Lead business systems analysis for the Concur deployment, including requirements gathering, current-state and future-state process mapping, and configuration validation against business requirements Own the overall test strategy and execution, including test plans, test scripts, UAT coordination, defect tracking and triage, and regression testing through go-live Produce and maintain critical project and operational documentation Support integration testing between Concur and NetSuite, as well ADP WFN Partner closely with IT and Finance stakeholders to translate business requirements into system configuration and validated test coverage Perform hands-on configuration work directly within supported systems Drive change management activities, including stakeholder support and end-user training Ensure systems and changes align with compliance, audit, and control requirements, including SOX-related considerations
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Costa Mesa, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a eager and fast aced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Costa Mesa, California. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in managing and processing high-volume invoices while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and excellent organizational skills to maintain accurate financial records. Responsibilities:• Process a large volume of invoices, including PO-based, non-PO, and recurring invoices, with precision and adherence to company guidelines.• Perform comprehensive 3-way matching by verifying purchase orders, receiving documentation, and invoices to ensure accuracy in pricing, quantities, and terms.• Review invoices for proper general ledger coding, cost center allocation, tax compliance, and ensure routing for approvals according to company hierarchy.• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with Purchasing, Receiving, Inventory Control, and vendors to reconcile issues.• Conduct regular reviews of vendor statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for, processed, and paid on time.• Support month-end closing activities by preparing accruals, reviewing aging reports, performing reconciliations, and reporting outstanding liabilities.• Maintain organized digital records of invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and other supporting documentation in compliance with audit requirements.• Utilize ORACLE systems effectively to process approvals and manage accounts payable workflows.• Collaborate with internal teams to improve efficiency in invoice processing and payment cycles.• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies throughout all accounts payable processes
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Rancho Santa Fe, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31 - 33 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is hiring an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a growing healthcare organization. This is a hands-on AP position for someone who knows the full invoice-to-payment cycle and can confidently manage vendor questions, invoice discrepancies, approvals, and reconciliations.This person will become a key point of contact between Accounting, Procurement, department managers, and vendors. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage the full-cycle AP process from invoice receipt through payment</li><li>Process high-volume invoices while maintaining accuracy</li><li>Review invoices for appropriate coding, approvals, and supporting documentation</li><li>Assign invoices to GL accounts, departments, and cost centers</li><li>Match invoices against purchase orders and contracts</li><li>Investigate pricing, quantity, and billing discrepancies</li><li>Maintain vendor master data and payment information</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment questions</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and outstanding balances</li><li>Prepare and process weekly payment batches</li><li>Assist with ACH and check payments</li><li>Monitor AP aging and prioritize time-sensitive invoices</li><li>Research duplicate payments, credits, and unapplied items</li><li>Assist with monthly AP accruals and month-end close</li><li>Prepare AP reporting and reconciliation schedules</li><li>Support annual audit requests and documentation</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Chino, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
24.7 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support financial operations for a utilities and infrastructure environment in Chino, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail oriented individual who can manage high-volume invoice activity, maintain accurate coding, and help ensure timely vendor payments. The role will contribute to efficient accounts payable processes while working closely with internal stakeholders to uphold accuracy, compliance, and consistency. Responsibilities: • Review, validate, and process vendor invoices with careful attention to accuracy, approval status, and payment terms. • Assign correct general ledger and cost coding to invoices to support accurate financial reporting and expense tracking. • Handle ACH payment activity and assist with scheduled check runs to ensure vendors are paid on time. • Reconcile invoice records, payment details, and supporting documentation to resolve discrepancies efficiently. • Partner with internal departments and vendors to answer payment inquiries and address issues related to billing or coding. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation in accordance with company policies and audit requirements. • Monitor outstanding items and follow up on pending approvals to keep invoice processing moving smoothly. • Support ongoing improvements in accounts payable workflows, including invoice processing activities tied to automated payment systems when needed.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Oceanside, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
32 - 34 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist for an established construction company in North County. This is a great opportunity for an AP professional who likes more than simply entering invoices. You’ll work directly with Project Managers, vendors, subcontractors, and the Accounting team to keep project-related payables moving accurately and on schedule. What You’ll Handle:<ul><li>Process a high volume of subcontractor and vendor invoices</li><li>Review invoices against contracts, purchase orders, and project documentation</li><li>Code invoices by project, job, cost code, and GL account</li><li>Verify appropriate approvals before invoices are released for payment</li><li>Process subcontractor payment requests</li><li>Review lien waivers and supporting compliance documentation</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Communicate with Project Managers regarding missing approvals or documentation</li><li>Manage vendor setup and W-9 documentation</li><li>Prepare weekly check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Track outstanding invoices and payment commitments</li><li>Research duplicate invoices and credit memos</li><li>Assist with AP aging and month-end close</li><li>Support AP accruals and project cost reporting</li><li>Maintain organized documentation for audits and project files</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

FINANCIAL ANALYST FP&A & BUSINESS ANALYSIS

Encinitas, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 48 USD / Hourly
If you like numbers but REALLY want to understand the story behind them, keep reading.A high-growth North County organization is looking for a Financial Analyst to join its finance team and help turn financial data into information leadership can actually use.This role is perfect for someone who enjoys digging into the numbers, asking “why did this change?”, and connecting financial results to what's happening throughout the business. Rather than spending your entire day focused on traditional accounting transactions, you'll work across FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, variance analysis, and business performance. You'll partner with Finance, Accounting, Sales, and Operations, giving you exposure to multiple areas of the business and plenty of opportunity to grow.What you'll be doing:<ul><li>Prepare monthly financial reporting packages and management reports.</li><li>Analyze actual results against budget, forecast, and prior-year performance.</li><li>Investigate revenue, expense, gross margin, and operating expense variances.</li><li>Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting.</li><li>Build and maintain financial models used for business planning.</li><li>Track departmental spending and identify significant trends.</li><li>Develop recurring KPI dashboards and reporting packages.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to understand financial performance.</li><li>Assist with revenue and expense forecasting.</li><li>Support month-end analysis, accrual review, and financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare ad hoc analysis for senior leadership.</li><li>Translate complex financial information into clear business takeaways.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, data accuracy, and efficiency.</li><li>Assist with special projects involving pricing, profitability, headcount, and operational performance.</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Senior Finanial Analyst

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to perform modeling, planning, forecasting, and analytical reporting for a growing organization in Irvine, California. This role will partner closely with senior leadership and private equity stakeholders to translate financial performance into clear insights, forward-looking recommendations, and executive materials. The ideal candidate brings strong modeling expertise, a strategic mindset, and the ability to turn complex data into meaningful business decisions. Responsibilities:• Participate in the annual budget, long-range planning, and recurring forecast processes to support company objectives and financial visibility.• Build and maintain robust financial models that evaluate performance, guide decision-making, and improve the accuracy of projections.• Prepare executive-level reporting packages and presentation materials for leadership, board meetings, and private equity stakeholders.• Analyze financial and operational trends using Power BI and other reporting tools to identify risks, opportunities, and performance drivers.• Partner with cross-functional leaders to develop actionable insights around revenue, expenses, and overall business results.• Deliver clear variance analysis and management reporting that explains results against budget, forecast, and prior periods.• Support the continued evolution of planning and reporting capabilities through data-driven process improvements and enhanced analytical tools.• Contribute to acquisition-related analysis and future M&A evaluation efforts as the organization continues to expand.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist - Dayforce Exp

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
30 - 36 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support a 600+ employee SaaS healthcare company through a payroll system transition from ADP to Dayforce.This role will work closely with the third-party implementation team and internal HR/Payroll leadership to help ensure a smooth transition. The ideal candidate has prior experience going through a payroll system conversion and can serve as a knowledgeable internal resource throughout the process. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Partner with the third-party implementation team throughout the ADP-to-Dayforce transition</li><li>Provide payroll expertise and internal business requirements to the implementation team</li><li>Review and validate employee/payroll data during the transition</li><li>Assist with testing, parallel payrolls, reconciliations, and identifying discrepancies</li><li>Help document current payroll processes and ensure they are accurately reflected in the new system</li><li>Support troubleshooting and issue resolution during implementation and go-live</li><li>Assist with ongoing payroll processing and other day-to-day payroll needs as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst/Manager

Moreno Valley, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst/Manager to support strategic and operational decision-making for a well-established organization in Moreno Valley, California. This role will translate financial data into clear insights, guide budgeting and forecasting activities, and help leaders improve performance across key business areas. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, advanced reporting capabilities, and a background partnering with both finance and operations teams in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Develop financial models and performance reports that help leadership evaluate trends, risks, and business opportunities.• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting activities while ensuring alignment with company objectives and operational plans.• Perform variance analysis on revenue, expenses, and operational metrics, then present actionable recommendations to stakeholders.• Partner with operations and cross-functional leaders to assess financial impact across distribution, supply chain, or retail-related activities.• Create dashboards and reporting tools in Excel and Power BI to improve visibility into business performance and support data-driven decisions.• Review budget processes and identify opportunities to strengthen planning accuracy, reporting consistency, and financial controls.• Provide guidance to entry-level analysts or team members, offering support on analytical methods, reporting standards, and project execution.• Prepare presentations and summaries for leadership that clearly communicate financial results, key drivers, and forward-looking expectations.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst/Manager

Irvine, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Lead the full annual budgeting cycle, coordinating with finance partners, faculty, and administrative teams to develop plans aligned with organizational priorities. • Prepare and present monthly comparisons of actual results against budget, highlighting key variances and recommending actions to improve financial performance. • Build and maintain rolling forecasts, scenario models, and what-if analyses to identify risks, opportunities, and expected financial outcomes. • Review departmental financial activity and spending patterns using budgeting and accounting tools to strengthen cost control and support informed decision-making. • Partner with budget owners across the organization to monitor revenue and expenses, address emerging issues, and help keep operations on track with approved plans. • Assess the financial viability of program proposals, pro formas, and funding requests by analyzing assumptions, projected results, and strategic fit. • Monitor restricted funds and related balances on a regular basis, providing recommendations on the appropriate use and release of available resources. • Maintain financial structures such as departments and cost centers within the accounting framework to support accurate reporting and budget oversight. • Track profitability by program and revenue source, including development and upkeep of cost allocation methodologies. • Contribute to external and regulatory reporting requirements by preparing financial data, analysis, and supporting documentation as needed.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Junior Financial Analyst

San Marcos, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25 - 29 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is working with a San Marcos organization seeking a Junior Financial Analyst to join a collaborative Finance team. This position is designed for someone who has a solid foundation in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business and wants hands-on experience with FP&A and business reporting.Rather than being purely data-entry focused, this role gives you the opportunity to understand how financial information flows through a business and how Finance supports operational decisions.What You’ll Handle:<ul><li>Assist with monthly and quarterly financial reporting</li><li>Update budget and forecast templates</li><li>Prepare department-level financial schedules</li><li>Track expenses and compare spending against budget</li><li>Research and document financial variances</li><li>Assist with revenue and expense analysis</li><li>Pull financial data from internal systems and Excel</li><li>Maintain reporting databases and financial files</li><li>Help prepare management presentations and reporting packages</li><li>Support month-end close analysis</li><li>Assist with KPI and performance reporting</li><li>Identify inconsistencies in financial data and work with the team to resolve them</li><li>Assist with special projects, forecasting, and process improvements</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Junior Financial Analyst

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
A growing Carlsbad company is looking for a Junior Financial Analyst who is ready to take the next step beyond school, an internship, or an accounting support role. This is an opportunity to build a strong foundation in corporate finance while working alongside experienced Finance and Accounting professionals.You’ll be involved in financial reporting, budgeting, expense analysis, and Excel-based reporting, making this a great role for someone who wants exposure to multiple areas of finance.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with monthly financial reporting</li><li>Prepare recurring Excel reports and financial schedules</li><li>Compare actual results to budget and forecast</li><li>Research revenue and expense variances</li><li>Maintain financial reporting files and supporting schedules</li><li>Track departmental spending and operating expenses</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Gather financial information from Accounting and Operations</li><li>Perform data validation and identify discrepancies</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting activities</li><li>Maintain basic financial models and templates</li><li>Prepare charts, summaries, and presentations for management</li><li>Support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Financial Analyst

Costa Mesa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
76 - 88 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to support financial planning and performance reporting for defense manufacturing programs in Costa Mesa, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on delivering clear insight into project financial health through recurring and on-demand analysis, helping stakeholders understand spending trends, forecast alignment, and overall program performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, experience with federally funded contract reporting, and the ability to translate complex financial data into practical business recommendations. Responsibilities: • Prepare weekly, monthly, and special-request financial reports that evaluate program results against forecasts, budgets, and operating plans. • Analyze budget-to-actual performance and identify key drivers behind cost variances, schedule impacts, and changes in resource usage. • Monitor project burn rates and spending patterns to provide timely visibility into financial status and potential risks. • Produce reporting for government-funded programs, including contract-related expenditure summaries, labor utilization details, and fund tracking documentation. • Build and maintain financial models that support forecasting, scenario planning, and decision-making for program and finance leadership. • Perform ad hoc analysis by extracting, organizing, and interpreting financial data to address emerging business questions. • Partner with cross-functional teams to improve reporting accuracy, validate assumptions, and strengthen financial controls across assigned projects.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Vista, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
34 - 41 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing company in Vista is adding a Staff Accountant to its Finance & Accounting team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how a business actually operates — not just recording transactions. You'll have exposure to general ledger accounting, inventory, cost accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting, working closely with Accounting and Operations.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close</li><li>Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate variances</li><li>Assist with cost accounting and manufacturing expense analysis</li><li>Review financial transactions for accurate coding</li><li>Maintain prepaid, accrual, and fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with AP and AR as needed</li><li>Prepare monthly financial reports</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support inventory counts and related accounting activities</li><li>Assist with standard cost and variance reporting</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with annual budget and forecast preparation</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing Carlsbad organization is looking for a Staff Accountant to support its corporate accounting function. This is a well-rounded opportunity for an accountant who wants exposure to the full monthly close process and the opportunity to work alongside Finance, Operations, and leadership. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, prepaid, accrual, and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting schedules</li><li>Review transactions for proper coding and classification</li><li>Assist with AP and AR oversight and issue resolution</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Research unusual account activity and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with fixed asset accounting</li><li>Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with expense and budget-to-actual analysis</li><li>Prepare documentation for audits and tax filings</li><li>Maintain organized supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with process improvements and accounting projects</li><li>Partner with other departments to resolve accounting questions</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

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