We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Irvine, California. In this role, you will play a key part in driving financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis across multiple brands and categories. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making and enhance profitability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate and contribute to the multi-year financial planning process for multiple brands, ensuring accurate reporting and consolidation of plans.<br>• Collaborate with demand planning, sales, and product development teams to create and validate rolling revenue forecasts, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.<br>• Present financial insights and forecasting updates to the executive team, highlighting key findings and recommendations.<br>• Monitor and analyze performance metrics across categories, regions, and channels to identify areas for profitability improvement.<br>• Develop and maintain detailed expense models and forecasts to support informed business adjustments.<br>• Conduct variance analyses to compare actual financial results against forecasts and budgets, providing actionable insights.<br>• Build and deliver ad hoc financial reports and analyses as needed to support leadership decisions.<br>• Utilize data mining techniques to uncover valuable insights and drive improvements in financial processes.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on financial objectives and strategies.<br>• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Tustin, California. In this role, you will play a crucial part in driving financial insights, managing data analysis, and ensuring the accuracy of reporting processes. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making and optimize business systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct comprehensive financial analyses to support organizational decision-making.<br>• Utilize data mining techniques to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.<br>• Develop and maintain reports using tools such as Crystal Reports and Confluence.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize business systems and ensure operational efficiency.<br>• Assist in the preparation and management of budgets and capital planning processes.<br>• Perform auditing tasks to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.<br>• Support accounting functions by analyzing financial data and reconciling discrepancies.<br>• Provide recommendations for improving financial performance and cost management.<br>• Monitor and report on key performance indicators to track organizational success.<br>• Train and guide team members on financial analysis tools and methodologies.
<p>Numbers move fast in e-commerce — and the story behind them changes just as quickly. One week it’s a spike in sales, the next it’s shifting margins, vendor costs, or customer behavior. Behind all of it is a need for clarity — someone who can take raw data and turn it into something meaningful. A growing e-commerce company in San Diego is hiring a <strong>Junior Financial Analyst</strong> to support reporting, forecasting, and day-to-day financial insights. This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their career who wants to build strong analytical skills in a fast-moving environment. You’ll work closely with both finance and operations, helping translate performance into actionable insights. The right person is curious, detail-oriented, and eager to learn how financial data connects to business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Assist with weekly and monthly financial reporting</li><li>Track sales performance, margins, and operational metrics</li><li>Build and maintain Excel-based reporting tools</li><li>Support forecasting and budgeting processes</li><li>Analyze trends and identify variances</li><li>Help prepare reports for leadership review</li><li>Work with cross-functional teams on data requests</li><li>Support ad hoc financial projects</li></ul>
<p>A growing manufacturing company in Valley Center is hiring a <strong>Junior Financial Analyst</strong> to support financial planning, cost analysis, and operational reporting. This is a <strong>high-visibility role</strong> working closely with accounting and operations teams to drive data-backed decision making. This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to build strong experience in <strong>FP&A, cost accounting, and financial modeling</strong> within a fast-paced production environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Build and maintain <strong>financial models, forecasts, and budgets</strong></li><li>Perform <strong>variance analysis</strong> (budget vs. actuals)</li><li>Analyze <strong>cost of goods sold (COGS)</strong> and operational expenses</li><li>Partner with operations on <strong>inventory and production reporting</strong></li><li>Prepare <strong>monthly financial reports and KPI dashboards</strong></li><li>Support <strong>month-end close</strong> and financial planning processes</li><li>Identify trends and provide <strong>actionable financial insights</strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Financial analysts continue to be one of the most in-demand roles in San Diego, especially across healthcare, biotech, and corporate environments where data-driven decision making is critical. A growing organization is hiring a <strong>Financial Analyst</strong> to support budgeting, forecasting, and operational analysis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting numbers to strategy and working cross-functionally.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop financial models and forecasts</li><li>Analyze business performance and trends</li><li>Support budgeting and planning processes</li><li>Prepare reports for leadership</li><li>Identify cost-saving opportunities</li><li>Collaborate with operations teams</li><li>Track KPIs and financial metrics</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization in the San Diego area to identify a <strong>Senior Financial Analyst</strong> for a contract or contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for a driven finance professional with 4–6 years of experience who can take ownership of key reporting and forecasting processes while partnering closely with leadership to drive business insights.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage <strong>budgeting and forecasting cycles</strong>, including variance analysis and executive-level reporting</li><li>Build and maintain <strong>complex financial models</strong> to support strategic initiatives and business planning</li><li>Analyze financial and operational data to provide <strong>actionable insights and recommendations</strong></li><li>Prepare and present <strong>monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reporting</strong> to senior leadership</li><li>Partner with department heads to manage <strong>budgets, forecasts, and spend analysis</strong></li><li>Support <strong>month-end close</strong> through detailed financial analysis and reporting</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to <strong>financial processes, reporting, and systems</strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization in the San Diego area to identify a <strong>Financial Analyst</strong> for a contract or contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with 2–3 years of experience who is looking to further develop their analytical skillset and gain exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with <strong>budgeting and forecasting</strong> processes, including variance analysis</li><li>Build and maintain <strong>financial models</strong> to support business decision-making</li><li>Analyze financial data and provide insights on <strong>trends, performance, and key metrics</strong></li><li>Prepare <strong>monthly and quarterly reporting packages</strong> for leadership</li><li>Support <strong>month-end close</strong> through reporting and analysis</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to track <strong>departmental budgets and spend</strong></li><li>Identify opportunities to improve <strong>reporting and analytical processes</strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team in Tustin, California. This role involves analyzing financial data, generating reports, and supporting decision-making processes to ensure the organization meets its financial goals. The ideal candidate will have expertise in accounting systems and a strong ability to interpret complex data.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.<br>• Prepare accurate financial reports using tools such as Crystal Reports and other reporting platforms.<br>• Implement and optimize accounting software systems to enhance operational efficiency.<br>• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations and organizational standards.<br>• Manage budget processes, including forecasting and monitoring expenditures.<br>• Perform data mining techniques to extract valuable insights for financial planning.<br>• Support capital management strategies to optimize resource allocation.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and recommendations.<br>• Ensure accurate accrual accounting practices are maintained.<br>• Assist in the evaluation and improvement of CRM systems related to financial operations.
<p>Our client, an innovative leader in the biotechnology sector, is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Financial Analyst to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to support cutting-edge scientific advancements by providing analytical and operational financial expertise.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze financial data to help guide strategic business decisions.</li><li>Prepare forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses to support planning initiatives.</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams—including R&D, operations, and commercial teams—to deliver actionable insights.</li><li>Monitor key performance indicators and present reporting to stakeholders.</li><li>Assist in the development and automation of financial reports and dashboards.</li><li>Identify trends and drive process improvements in data analytics and financial workflows.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal accounting controls and industry regulations.</li><li>Utilize financial systems and tools such as Microsoft D365, Oracle NetSuite, PowerBI, SAP, SQL, QuickBooks, or Python.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client in San Diego, CA is seeking a talented Financial Analyst to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for finance professionals who want to play a key role in a dynamic and growing organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, analyze, and interpret financial data and reports to support business decision-making</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Prepare detailed financial models to evaluate business scenarios</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to create strategic plans and identify improvement opportunities</li><li>Monitor key performance indicators and provide actionable insights</li><li>Ensure accuracy and compliance with internal accounting controls</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A leading food & beverage manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant for a contract assignment supporting plant and corporate finance operations. This is a high‑visibility, hands‑on role requiring deep manufacturing cost accounting expertise combined with strong financial analysis and business partnership capabilities.</p><p>This opportunity is ideal for a senior‑level professional who thrives in complex production environments and can drive insights that directly impact margin, efficiency, and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role</strong></p><ul><li>Senior‑level scope with direct influence on <strong>cost control and margin performance</strong></li><li>Heavy exposure to <strong>operational finance and plant leadership</strong></li><li>Critical support role with immediate impact</li><li>Dynamic food manufacturing environment with real‑time production variables</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and maintain <strong>product costing</strong> across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods</li><li>Own <strong>standard vs. actual cost analysis</strong>, including material, labor, overhead, yield, and absorption</li><li>Perform detailed <strong>variance analysis</strong> (PPV, usage, labor, overhead, yield, spoilage)</li><li>Prepare and present <strong>cost, margin, and profitability analysis</strong> to Operations and Finance leadership</li><li>Support <strong>inventory accounting</strong>, including:</li><li>Physical inventories and cycle counts</li><li>Reconciliation of inventory balances</li><li>Analysis of shrink, waste, obsolescence, and spoilage</li><li>Maintain and update <strong>Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, and production standards</strong></li><li>Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Procurement to:</li><li>Identify cost drivers and inefficiencies</li><li>Improve production economics and pricing assumptions</li><li>Support <strong>month‑end close</strong>, including cost‑related journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with <strong>forecasting, budgeting, and rolling margin analysis</strong></li><li>Provide ad‑hoc financial modeling and decision support for:</li><li>New products</li><li>Production changes</li><li>Cost‑reduction initiatives</li><li>Ensure costing methodologies align with <strong>GAAP and food manufacturing best practices</strong></li><li>Support audit requests and internal controls related to inventory and costing</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Senior Cost Accountant</strong> with <strong>Food & Beverage manufacturing experience</strong> (required)</li><li>Strong background in:</li><li>Standard costing environments</li><li>Plant‑level manufacturing finance</li><li>Inventory‑intensive operations</li><li>Advanced <strong>financial analysis and variance explanation</strong> skills</li><li>ERP experience required (food manufacturing ERP experience preferred)</li><li>Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, cost models)</li><li>Ability to work independently and <strong>add value immediately</strong></li><li>Strong communicator who can translate data into actionable insight</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Financial Reporting Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will provide leadership and technical expertise in financial and regulatory reporting, ensuring compliance and supporting governance activities. Based in Irvine, California, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make an impactful contribution while collaborating with stakeholders at various levels.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee external financial reporting processes, including audit coordination and related governance activities.</p><p>• Manage financial regulatory reporting and respond to examination inquiries.</p><p>• Act as an advisor to bridge technical and regulatory matters between Accounting and Business Finance teams.</p><p>• Contribute to the design and implementation of internal control and reporting enablement initiatives.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth integration and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Provide knowledge transfer and guidance to internal teams to enhance reporting capabilities.</p><p>• Support compliance with regulatory standards and requirements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Deliver results independently while maintaining high standards and accountability.</p>
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Staff Accountant to join our team in Redlands, California. In this role, you will handle key accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards while contributing to the overall efficiency of our operations. This position requires strong expertise in accounting principles, general ledger, financial analysis, and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries to ensure accurate financial records.</p><p>• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Oversee month-end closing processes and ensure timely preparation of financial statements.</p><p>• Conduct account reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial data.</p><p>• Analyze and report on financial statements, identifying trends and discrepancies.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address accounting-related inquiries.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and company policies.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Excel skills for financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting.</p><p>• Support job costing and construction-related accounting processes.</p><p>• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced accounting staff when needed.</p>