A Robert Half Management Resources client is seeking an experienced FP&A Consultant to support a growing organization through an acquisition and related strategic initiatives. Reporting to the FP&A Manager, this consultant will play a key role in financial modeling, forecasting, capacity planning, and analysis of large, complex datasets. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capabilities, the ability to evaluate and improve existing models, and experience supporting business transformation, growth, or integration initiatives. Estimated at 3-6 months. 100% remote<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br>Develop, maintain, and enhance complex financial models to support strategic decision-making.<br>Review, troubleshoot, and improve existing forecasting and planning models for accuracy and scalability.<br>Build and maintain capacity planning models to support operational and workforce planning.<br>Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.<br>Perform scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling to evaluate business opportunities and risks.<br>Analyze large datasets and translate findings into actionable business insights.<br>Utilize SQL to extract, validate, and analyze data from multiple sources.<br>Support acquisition and integration activities, including financial analysis, synergy tracking, and reporting.<br>Partner with Finance, Accounting, Operations, HR, and executive leadership to develop key performance metrics and reporting.<br>Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and management presentations.<br>Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend enhancements to planning, reporting, and analytics capabilities.<br>Qualifications<br>5+ years of FP&A, corporate finance, strategic finance, or related experience.<br>Advanced financial modeling experience required.<br>Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.<br>Experience developing driver-based forecasting models.<br>Hands-on experience with Adaptive Planning (Workday Adaptive Planning) preferred.<br>Advanced SQL skills and experience working with large datasets.<br>Strong Excel and financial systems expertise.<br>Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, business transformations, or other strategic initiatives preferred.<br>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br>Excellent communication and business partnering skills.<br>Preferred Experience<br>Capacity planning and resource modeling.<br>Scenario and sensitivity analysis.<br>KPI development and performance reporting.<br>Financial systems optimization.<br>Data validation, reconciliation, and reporting automation.<br>Integration planning and post-acquisition reporting.<br>Executive and board-level reporting support.<br>Process improvement and financial planning transformation initiatives.<br>Ideal Candidate<br><br>The successful consultant will be a hands-on finance professional with strong modeling and analytical capabilities who can quickly assess existing planning processes, identify improvement opportunities, and provide actionable insights to leadership during a period of growth and organizational change. This individual will be comfortable working with large datasets, enhancing existing models, and supporting acquisition-related initiatives while partnering effectively across the organization.
<p>Robert Half is recruiting for an interim Data analytics/ SFA consultant to help our Education client with management level KPIs and dashboards. The SFA consultant will develop a comprehensive HR scorecard dashboard using data exported from the client's HRIS and related systems. The consultant will build executive reporting, automate dashboard updates where possible, document processes, and train a designated internal employee to assume ongoing ownership and maintenance of the reporting environment upon project completion. This opportunity will be located hybrid schedule in Redlands, CA. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>Design and develop executive HR dashboards and scorecards.</p><p>Consolidate and analyze HR data provided by the client through standard report exports.</p><p>Create reporting and analytics related to:</p><p>Headcount and workforce trends</p><p>Turnover and retention</p><p>Recruiting and hiring metrics</p><p>Compensation and workforce costs</p><p>Diversity and inclusion metrics</p><p>Employee engagement</p><p>Attendance and overtime</p><p>Learning and development</p><p>Develop KPI calculations and reporting standards.</p><p>Create visually effective dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools.</p><p>Validate data accuracy and ensure consistency of reporting metrics.</p><p>Document dashboard processes, KPI definitions, and reporting procedures.</p><p>Create user guides and training materials.</p><p>Train and mentor a designated employee to manage reports, refresh data, maintain dashboards, and perform ongoing analysis.</p><p>Provide knowledge transfer and transition support through project completion.</p><p><br></p><p>Dashboard reports will include:</p><p>Executive HR Scorecard Dashboard</p><p>Workforce Analytics Dashboard</p><p>KPI Definitions and Reporting Standards</p><p>Process Documentation</p><p>User Training Materials</p><p>Knowledge Transfer Plan</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Experience building HR analytics and workforce reporting dashboards. ( must have) </p><p>Advanced Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence expertise.</p><p>Strong Excel and data analysis skills.</p><p>Experience reporting on headcount, turnover, retention, recruiting, compensation, and workforce metrics.</p><p>Ability to translate business requirements into meaningful executive reporting.</p><p>Excellent documentation, training, and knowledge transfer capabilities.</p><p>Project Success Criteria</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support program finance activities for a high-technology engineering environment in Carlsbad, California. This role works closely with program leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen cost visibility, improve forecast accuracy, and provide insight into program financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a proactive approach to risk identification, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear business recommendations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and ongoing refinement of estimates at completion by evaluating incurred costs and building forward-looking, time-phased cost projections.<br>• Assess program financial results against plans and forecasts, then communicate key drivers, trends, and variances to stakeholders in a timely manner.<br>• Partner with teams across program management, supply chain, accounting, operations, and engineering to support execution, resolve financial issues, and improve decision-making.<br>• Establish and maintain program cost baselines that align budget expectations with schedule performance across multiple programs.<br>• Produce recurring and on-demand financial reports using available data sources to support internal reviews and external reporting needs.<br>• Identify financial risks and favorable opportunities, recommend response strategies, and help drive actions that improve program outcomes.<br>• Support annual operating plans and forecast cycles by developing revenue, margin, and cost assumptions grounded in program data.<br>• Contribute financial expertise during proposal activity, audit support, fact-finding exercises, and negotiation preparation as needed.<br>• Provide guidance to less experienced analysts through work review, knowledge sharing, and coaching on financial practices and procedures.
<p>Our client, a leader in the 3PL and logistics space, is looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to lead financial planning, performance analysis, and reporting for operations in the Temecula, CA area. This role partners closely with cross-functional leaders to guide budgeting, forecast business outcomes, and turn financial results into practical recommendations that support profitability and service excellence. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in cost analysis, cash flow oversight, and client-focused financial support within a fast-paced operating environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the annual budget process and coordinate timelines across departments to ensure plans are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Build financial forecasts and scenario models that support company objectives, operational planning, and long-term decision-making.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain monthly profit and loss reporting, investigate unusual variances, and resolve issues before executive review.</p><p>• Oversee capital expenditure planning, manage approval workflows, and track fixed asset activity across multiple sites.</p><p>• Monitor cash position and short-term liquidity needs, identifying risks early and recommending actions to maintain financial stability.</p><p>• Develop and track key performance indicators that measure operational efficiency, margin performance, and month-end close effectiveness.</p><p>• Partner with operations leadership to assess client-level revenue, startup costs, and expected profitability for new and existing business.</p><p>• Review invoicing accuracy against client rate agreements, support billing processes when needed, and ensure sound cost allocation across accounts.</p><p>• Analyze labor, warehouse, transportation, fulfillment, and vendor-related expenses to uncover savings opportunities and improve cost control.</p><p>• Recommend updates to financial policies, agreements, and team structure to support evolving business needs and operational growth.</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead property accounting activities for a real estate portfolio in California. This role oversees close cycles, financial reporting, lease accounting review, and audit support while guiding a team of accountants. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to maintain accurate, timely reporting in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct month-end and quarter-end close activities for assigned real estate properties, ensuring deadlines are met and reporting is accurate.<br>• Examine journal entries, accruals, reserves, and balance sheet reconciliations to confirm completeness and compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Oversee lease accounting reviews and prepare technical accounting documentation to support conclusions and reporting treatment.<br>• Approve monthly property financial packages and analyze period-over-period variances to identify unusual trends or reporting issues.<br>• Coordinate audit support by preparing requested schedules, responding to auditor questions, and addressing information needs from senior leadership.<br>• Lead, coach, and monitor the accounting team’s daily work, including supervision of Project Accountants and overall workload management.<br>• Strengthen accounting operations by refining procedures, supporting internal controls, and contributing to policy and process improvements.<br>• Manage talent activities such as hiring, onboarding, performance feedback, training, and career development for accounting staff.<br>• Contribute to special projects and other ad hoc initiatives that support finance and property accounting objectives.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations in Carlsbad, California while serving as the senior finance leader on site. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing strategic oversight with direct execution, from managing close activities to shaping accounting practices and reporting. The role works closely with company leadership and provides meaningful influence over financial controls, compliance, systems, and business support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.<br>• Prepare financial statements and consolidated reporting materials for the parent organization in alignment with its reporting calendar and requirements.<br>• Manage accrual-based accounting activities, including revenue treatment, inventory accounting, credit loss reserves, and general ledger accuracy.<br>• Review and improve the chart of accounts and strengthen accounting processes to support clear, efficient financial reporting.<br>• Develop materials and analysis to support leadership presentations for recurring board meetings.<br>• Oversee internal controls activities, including testing, corrective action follow-up, audit coordination, and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures.<br>• Administer tax-related accounting responsibilities such as multi-state sales and use tax compliance, exemption certificate tracking, and coordination with external tax advisors.<br>• Supervise core transactional functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, credit administration, and payroll processing.<br>• Act as the business owner for QuickBooks Enterprise, including system setup, user access, reporting, close management, and coordination on integrations, backups, and upgrades.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams on budgeting, forecasting, cash planning, pricing analysis, margin review, inventory costing, and evaluation of future accounting or ERP systems.
Senior Project Accountant Consultant<br><br>Robert Half Management Resources is seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant Consultant to support a growing construction organization. This consultant will serve as a key member of the accounting team, providing hands-on project accounting support, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, improving processes, and partnering closely with project managers and operational leaders. The ideal candidate will bring strong construction accounting experience, audit support expertise, and the ability to quickly step into a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities<br>Oversee project accounting activities for assigned construction projects, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and GAAP.<br>Partner with Project Managers and operational stakeholders to provide financial insights, resolve accounting issues, and support project success.<br>Review contracts and understand project-specific accounting requirements, billing terms, and financial obligations.<br>Prepare and support interim and year-end audit requests, maintaining thorough and accurate documentation.<br>Review and track preliminary notices, lien waivers, and subcontractor compliance documentation.<br>Prepare and review AIA billings and supporting schedules.<br>Process and monitor subcontractor payments, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.<br>Review project cost coding and validate vendor and subcontractor invoices.<br>Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis.<br>Assist with sales tax and job cost-related accruals in accordance with applicable regulations.<br>Support accounts receivable activities, including billing reconciliation and cash application.<br>Identify opportunities to streamline and improve project accounting processes, reporting, and controls.<br>Ensure adherence to month-end, quarter-end, and annual reporting deadlines.<br>Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff as needed.<br>Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned.<br>Qualifications<br>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.<br>5+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years of construction or project accounting experience.<br>Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting controls.<br>Experience supporting interim and year-end external audits.<br>Experience working in publicly traded or SOX-compliant environments preferred.<br>Proven experience with project accounting, job costing, progress billing, and subcontractor management.<br>Working knowledge of AIA billing requirements.<br>Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems.<br>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.<br>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.<br>Excellent communication and business partnering abilities.<br>CPA, CMA, or CCIFP designation preferred.<br>Consultant Profile<br><br>The successful consultant will be a hands-on accounting professional who can quickly learn the organization's processes, support project accounting operations, improve efficiencies, and provide accurate financial reporting. This individual will thrive in a dynamic construction environment and effectively partner with both finance and project management teams to ensure timely and accurate financial execution.<br><br>Location: San Diego, CA (onsite preferred) or Remote within Pacific or Central Time Zones<br><br>Engagement Type: Consultant / Contract Engagement through Robert Half Management Resources.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities for a growing food distribution organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can balance daily operational oversight with accurate financial reporting and strategic financial support. The successful candidate will guide the close process, strengthen financial controls, and help the business scale through sound accounting leadership. Please call Brigitte Mendez @ 909-717-4037 or call your Robert Half Recruiter directly. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting operations, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner across key financial areas.</p><p>• Lead monthly and annual close activities, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Produce and evaluate financial reports to provide leadership with clear insight into business performance.</p><p>• Oversee payables, receivables, and cash position management to support healthy financial operations.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with applicable organizational standards, internal controls, and company accounting policies.</p><p>• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and inventory-related accounting processes to support planning and operational decision-making.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation and assist with tax-related reporting requirements and external requests.</p><p>• Supervise, develop, and mentor accounting team members while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.</p>
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee core financial operations and ensure accurate, timely reporting for the organization. This role is based in Costa Mesa, California, and will guide day-to-day accounting activities while strengthening controls, supporting compliance, and delivering financial insight to leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a proactive approach to process improvement, and the ability to manage reporting cycles, audits, and regulatory obligations with confidence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting functions across billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, the general ledger, cost accounting, and revenue recognition activities.<br>• Direct the budgeting and forecasting process, track performance against plan, and explain material variances to leadership.<br>• Oversee month-end close activities and issue accurate monthly financial statements within established deadlines.<br>• Maintain high standards for financial reporting by reviewing transactions, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.<br>• Establish, refine, and document accounting procedures and internal control practices to reduce risk and support reliable reporting.<br>• Ensure timely completion of tax filings and other required reporting at the local, state, and federal levels.<br>• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and coordinate audit preparation, requests, and follow-up items.<br>• Evaluate financial results, identify trends or issues, and provide practical recommendations to support business decisions and financial planning.<br>• Partner with leadership on broader finance initiatives, including planning, risk assessment, and operational improvements as needed.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop financial models and analytical tools to evaluate trends, forecast outcomes, and support strategic planning.<br>• Review budget-to-actual results, identify key variances, and explain financial performance to internal stakeholders.<br>• Gather, organize, and interpret financial and operational data from multiple sources to support reporting and decision-making.<br>• Prepare ad hoc analyses that help leadership assess costs, risks, and resource allocation needs.<br>• Monitor financial activity and recommend process improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and reporting quality.<br>• Partner with accounting, operations, and management teams to deliver timely insights on fiscal performance and planning priorities.<br>• Create clear reports and presentations that summarize findings, highlight issues, and outline actionable recommendations.<br>• Assist with ongoing analytical initiatives, including data validation and updates to financial reporting or modeling processes when needed.
We are looking for a Financial Services Associate Director to provide strategic oversight of accounting operations and financial reporting in San Diego, California. This role leads critical close and audit activities, strengthens internal financial processes, and supports sound decision-making through accurate analysis and clear communication. The ideal candidate brings deep technical accounting knowledge, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct monthly closing activities and ensure financial statements, analyses, and supporting reports are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Improve accounting workflows by identifying opportunities to simplify procedures, strengthen controls, and increase the efficiency of close-related tasks.<br>• Apply advanced accounting guidance in specialized areas such as long-term debt and lease accounting to maintain compliance with applicable standards.<br>• Guide annual audit preparation by coordinating schedules, organizing required documentation, and serving as the primary contact for external auditors.<br>• Lead the development of the annual budget process and help align financial plans with organizational objectives and reporting needs.<br>• Resolve accounting software and financial system issues by recommending practical solutions that support operational and reporting requirements.<br>• Maintain the chart of accounts by creating and updating ledger, statistical, and hierarchical account structures as business needs evolve.<br>• Oversee banking administration, including account maintenance, reconciliations, service utilization, and related financial controls.<br>• Supervise, coach, and evaluate team members while setting priorities, supporting cross-training, and providing direction on complex accounting matters.<br>• Build productive relationships with internal and external partners while monitoring departmental spending, supporting compliance efforts, and carrying out additional assigned responsibilities.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in California in a contract-to-permanent position. This role supports core accounting operations by helping maintain accurate financial records, preparing key reports, and contributing to a smooth close process. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, tax filing knowledge, and the ability to work across multiple accounting functions in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post monthly journal entries with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and bank activity to support reliable financial reporting.<br>• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to ensure proper tracking and valuation.<br>• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, in accordance with accounting standards.<br>• Support month-end and year-end close activities to help ensure compliance and financial accuracy.<br>• Complete recurring tax filings, including property tax and sales and use tax submissions, in line with regulatory deadlines.<br>• Compile audit support materials and respond to documentation requests from external auditors.<br>• Contribute to accounts payable and accounts receivable processing while analyzing account activity, inventory transactions, product costing, sales reporting, commission data, and scrap reporting as needed.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities in San Diego, California. This role combines payables, receivables, cash activity, and general ledger support, with a strong focus on accuracy, organization, and timely follow-through. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing high-volume transactional work while contributing to month-end close, reporting, and ongoing process enhancements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee end-to-end invoice processing for several entities, including reviewing documentation, confirming approvals, assigning accounting codes, and entering transactions into the financial system.<br>• Reconcile vendor accounts, investigate billing issues, and coordinate with suppliers to resolve discrepancies while maintaining accurate vendor records and payment details.<br>• Execute scheduled disbursements through check, ACH, and wire transfer, and prepare aging reports and supporting files to keep payables current and audit ready.<br>• Review employee expense submissions and corporate card activity for policy compliance, receipt support, proper coding, and timely resolution of exceptions.<br>• Record daily cash activity, complete cash reconciliations, verify deposits, and post journal entries to the appropriate general ledger accounts.<br>• Assist with month-end accounting by preparing reconciliations, gathering bank documentation, and supporting financial activity across multiple legal entities.<br>• Generate customer invoices, maintain accounts receivable records, monitor incoming payments through custodian platforms, and follow up on outstanding balances to improve collections.<br>• Provide backup support for advisory fee billing, including processing fees, handling adjustments or reversals, preparing related reports, and assisting with reconciliations.<br>• Maintain tracking reports and spreadsheet-based schedules, compile documentation for audits, and contribute to process improvements, special projects, and system-related initiatives.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a service-focused organization in Coronado, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage recurring financial reporting, maintain accurate records, and contribute to budgeting and analytical work across multiple entities. The position also partners with internal teams on payables, receivables, compliance reporting, and financial review activities to help ensure timely and reliable accounting results.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Produce monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple entities, ensuring completeness and accuracy in routine reporting.<br>• Record period-end accruals, prepaid expense activity, and other adjusting entries needed to close each accounting cycle properly.<br>• Post and examine journal entries while reconciling balance sheet accounts to maintain an accurate general ledger.<br>• Contribute to the annual budgeting process and help assemble financial projections for upcoming periods.<br>• Develop pro forma models for new initiatives and evaluate projected performance through financial analysis.<br>• Conduct comparative market reviews, including rate and cost assessments, to support pricing and operational decision-making.<br>• Prepare port rent reporting, calculate related accruals, and ensure amounts are reflected correctly in the accounting records.<br>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice entry, weekly payment processing, cash application, and deposit preparation.<br>• Complete required quarterly and annual filings for government agencies and assist with lease, tenant revenue, and rent-related financial reviews.
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative finance team in San Diego, California. This role supports core accounting operations across receivables, payables, reconciliations, and close activities while helping maintain accurate financial records and strong internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working cross-functionally, and able to manage multiple accounting priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the accounts receivable process from invoice generation through payment posting, applying cash accurately and following up on outstanding customer balances.<br>• Carry out routine collection efforts and work closely with customers and internal teams to encourage timely payment resolution.<br>• Coordinate with Sales to investigate billing questions, address account issues, and resolve discrepancies affecting customer invoices.<br>• Match purchase orders, receiving records, and supplier invoices to confirm completeness and accuracy before payment processing.<br>• Administer accounts payable activities, including weekly payment runs, manual disbursements, check distribution, and electronic payments such as ACH and wire transactions.<br>• Review employee expense submissions for policy compliance and process approved reimbursements in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare bank, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reconciliations each month and assist with journal entries and account analysis during period-end close.<br>• Compile aging and balance reports for customers and vendors, track unbilled liabilities, manage prepayment amortization schedules, and maintain tax and vendor documentation.<br>• Support audit requests by organizing schedules and providing supporting records, while partnering with Sales, Supply Chain, Quality, Receiving, and Operations to resolve accounting matters and improve workflow efficiency.
<p>Our client in the biotechnology industry is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their growing finance team. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is eager to support core accounting operations for a mission-driven organization.</p><p><br></p><p>The Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting with general ledger maintenance, month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and other day-to-day accounting functions. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a dynamic and evolving industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments</li><li>Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy and support financial statement preparation</li><li>Analyze variances and research discrepancies</li><li>Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting activities as needed</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and provide documentation for internal and external auditors</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards</li><li>Help improve accounting processes and support system enhancements</li><li>Partner with finance and operational teams on ad hoc reporting and special projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>A Staff Accountant role with exposure to the entire business — not just one piece of the ledger.</strong></p><p>A growing professional services organization in <strong>Encinitas</strong> is looking for a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join its accounting team. Unlike a highly transactional accounting position, this role will give you exposure to <strong>general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, billing, expenses, and financial reporting</strong>.</p><p>This is a strong opportunity for an accountant who has established a foundation in accounting and is ready to take on more responsibility.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Your responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare recurring journal entries</li><li>Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Review AP and AR activity</li><li>Assist with customer billing and account reconciliations</li><li>Prepare monthly financial reports</li><li>Maintain prepaid and accrual schedules</li><li>Assist with fixed asset accounting</li><li>Analyze account balances and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support expense reporting and employee reimbursements</li><li>Assist with audit and tax requests</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records</li><li>Help improve accounting procedures and workflows</li><li>Support the Controller and Senior Accounting team with special projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a growing company in the tech industry, is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their accounting team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, innovative environment while supporting core accounting operations and month-end close activities.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in general accounting, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a dynamic business setting. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys balancing day-to-day accounting responsibilities with process improvement initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial data</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed</li><li>Help prepare financial reports and variance analyses for management</li><li>Assist with audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to support operational and financial reporting needs</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing team in Irvine, California. This position will support core accounting operations across payables, reconciliations, financial reporting, and schedule maintenance while helping ensure accurate and timely month-end activities. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, experience working in QuickBooks Online, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal leaders and external partners. Mandarin language skills are highly valued for this opportunity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, handling a steady volume of vendor invoices each week with accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Examine, classify, and enter invoices in Tipalti while ensuring approvals, coding, and payment timing are properly aligned.<br>• Contribute to month-end close by coordinating with outside bookkeeping support and accounting partners to complete required reporting activities.<br>• Develop and update loan and interest schedules along with related documentation to support accurate financial records.<br>• Prepare financial analyses and tailored reporting materials for company leadership and investor requests.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet and other key accounts, investigate variances, and correct discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Assist with recurring weekly and biweekly accounting tasks, including payment processing and other scheduled close support activities.<br>• Provide limited accounts receivable support when needed to help maintain smooth day-to-day accounting operations.<br>• Maintain complete and accurate records in QuickBooks Online and uphold strong data integrity across accounting transactions.
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative finance team in California. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys working across core financial processes while maintaining accuracy in day-to-day transactions. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to timely reporting, support month-end activities, and help strengthen internal accounting operations as responsibilities continue to be brought in-house.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage vendor invoices, payment processing, and related accounts payable activity to ensure obligations are handled accurately and on schedule.<br>• Assist with receivables by preparing billing, monitoring outstanding balances, and following up on collection matters as needed.<br>• Complete bank account reconciliations and support the review of balance sheet accounts during regular closing cycles.<br>• Post journal entries and help preserve the accuracy of general ledger records across multiple accounting areas.<br>• Contribute to month-end close by preparing schedules, organizing supporting data, and helping finalize financial results.<br>• Partner with the accounting team to promote reliable financial reporting and consistent recordkeeping practices.<br>• Research variances and accounting issues, then work toward timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Maintain well-organized financial files and supporting documentation to improve audit readiness and internal reference.<br>• Provide support for special accounting assignments, including work tied to expanding internally managed accounting functions.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a busy accounting operation in Irvine, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can work independently, manage full-cycle accounting activities, and navigate data across multiple entities with accuracy and efficiency. The right candidate will bring strong reconciliation experience, solid general ledger knowledge, and advanced Excel capabilities to help maintain reliable financial records and support ongoing accounting projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform account, bank, and general ledger reconciliations across multiple entities and investigate discrepancies through various internal records and source systems.</p><p>• Manage day-to-day full-cycle accounting tasks, including preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate financial data.</p><p>• Support both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to help ensure timely processing and proper documentation.</p><p>• Use advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables and complex formulas, to analyze financial information and prepare reports.</p><p>• Work within QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online to record transactions, review balances, and maintain organized accounting records.</p><p>• Search through shared drives and multiple data sources to locate supporting documentation and validate account activity.</p><p>• Assist with accounting-related projects, including contributions to an upcoming system conversion to Epicor, as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal stakeholders while remaining accountable for independently driving assigned work to completion.</p>
We are looking for an experienced tax leader to guide a sophisticated practice focused on complex client needs in Newport Beach, California. This role blends technical tax leadership, strategic client counsel, and team development, making it ideal for someone who thrives in both advisory and operational oversight. The successful candidate will help shape the direction of the tax function while delivering high-quality service to high-net-worth clients and related entities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the day-to-day leadership of the tax practice, overseeing services for high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, estates, partnerships, S corporations, and LLCs.<br>• Deliver advanced tax guidance across income tax matters, estate and gift considerations, wealth transfer strategies, and succession planning for closely held businesses.<br>• Review and approve tax filings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to applicable federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Build and strengthen long-term relationships with clients and external advisors, including family offices, attorneys, bankers, and wealth management professionals.<br>• Evaluate client situations to uncover planning opportunities that can improve tax efficiency and support broader financial objectives.<br>• Coach, mentor, and develop tax professionals, promoting technical excellence, accountability, and a strong client service mindset.<br>• Oversee workflow management, staffing allocation, filing deadlines, and overall practice performance to support efficient delivery and profitability.<br>• Monitor legislative and regulatory tax developments and translate changes into practical guidance for clients and internal teams.<br>• Support growth initiatives through networking, referral development, and collaboration with firm leadership on strategic business opportunities.
We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting / Controller to lead the organization’s accounting function in Santa Ana, California. This role will oversee financial reporting, internal controls, and process optimization while ensuring accurate, timely, and meaningful financial information for business decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound technical accounting judgment, and the ability to partner across teams to support the company’s financial objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the day-to-day accounting function and provide leadership, coaching, and oversight to accounting team members.<br>• Establish, formalize, and maintain accounting policies and procedures that support consistent financial practices and compliance standards.<br>• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results with clear analysis, reliable reporting, and relevant performance insights for leadership review.<br>• Ensure financial transactions are recorded promptly and accurately, with complete reconciliations and supporting documentation in place.<br>• Build and oversee a strong internal control environment, including monitoring effectiveness, addressing gaps, and guiding corrective actions where needed.<br>• Identify and implement improvements to accounting systems, workflows, and integrations to increase efficiency and strengthen operational performance.<br>• Partner with colleagues across departments to monitor financial results, support planning efforts, and help advance broader business goals.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to support timely audits, tax planning activities, and ongoing compliance obligations.<br>• Lead the rollout of enhanced accounting and tax processes, introducing practical procedures and tools that improve accuracy and productivity.
<p>A growing manufacturing company in San Marcos is looking for an <strong>Accounting Supervisor</strong> to help oversee daily accounting operations while partnering closely with the Controller and Finance leadership. This is a great opportunity for a Senior Accountant who is ready to take on more leadership, review work, improve processes, and become a key resource for the accounting team. You'll have exposure across <strong>month-end close, reconciliations, AP/AR oversight, financial reporting, and internal controls</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you'll own</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and review day-to-day accounting activities</li><li>Lead portions of the monthly and year-end close</li><li>Review journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Oversee AP and AR activity</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements</li><li>Monitor general ledger accuracy</li><li>Review accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Investigate variances and unusual transactions</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Coordinate audit and tax-related requests</li><li>Develop and document accounting procedures</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate or streamline processes</li><li>Train and mentor accounting staff</li><li>Serve as a backup to the Controller when needed</li></ul>
Prestigious Inland Empire CPA firm has an outstanding opportunity to join their company as an Audit Senior or Manager to work with firm Staff and Partners. This is an excellent firm where the new candidate will find a very detail oriented environment, highly educated and intelligent teammates, where your contributions will be recognized, and where you will have a broad client base in many varied industries with a heavy focus in manufacturing. The ideal candidate with have 3+ years of public accounting experience with an audit/accounting (AA) focus but including some individual and corporate tax knowledge. This individual will be assigned or lead on client audits and reviews and will develop the ability to perform all aspects of an audit. This firm is growing very quickly and provides excellent detail oriented growth and advancement opportunity. The Partners wants a person on their team who has high personal standards, good team working skills, excellent accounting education and understanding, and who enjoys client contact. Company provides excellent medical benefits and detail oriented training. Firm pays market wages depending upon experience plus time and a half for all overtime required. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills are required as are excellent Excel and computer skills. Requirements: 2+ years of public accounting experience for Senior, 5+ years of experience for Manager CPA license or CPA Candidate Experience in commercial audits and reviews required - in the construction, manufacturing, distribution industries a plus. Strong computer, communication and people development skills, including training and instruction A strong team leader with the ability to supervise staff, manage projects and work professionally with partners, staff, and clients. Ability to stay current on all general detail oriented pronouncements and developments, and interact with peer review auditorsIf you are currently registered with Robert Half, contact your Recruiting Manager. Please reference job order number 00500-120616. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. <br> If you are not currently registered with Robert Half, please contact your Recruiter or call Yvette Merk at (909) 493-6082 immedIately!