<p><strong><u>Tax Practice Seeks California-Licensed Attorney – 40-Hour Week + Monthly Bonuses</u></strong></p><p>A legal practice handling tax-related matters is seeking a <strong>California-licensed Tax Attorney</strong> to join its team. This is a 100% onsite opportunity offering a consistent 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule and 40-hour workweek, a casual office environment, and monthly bonus potential. The <strong>Tax Attorney </strong>will work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, touching approximately 300 cases per month. While prior tax law experience is preferred, the firm will also consider attorneys coming from other practice areas, including personal injury, criminal defense, or collections, as well as candidates with IRS experience.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This position is 100% onsite.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Tax Attorney Responsibilities</u>:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide legal advice and counsel to clients regarding tax-related matters.</li><li>Review cases and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li><li>Prepare and review legal documents and case materials.</li><li>Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy.</li><li>Analyze evidence and develop strategies and arguments for matters requiring litigation.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks</u>:</strong></p><ul><li>40 hour week!</li><li>Casual office environment</li><li>Monthly performance bonuses</li><li>Bonus potential averages approximately <strong>$1K–$5K per month</strong>, paid per settlement</li></ul><p><strong><u>Pay</u></strong>: $110,000 - $180,000 DOE + monthly bonuses +benefits</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Benefits</u></strong>: health insurance, dental, vision benefits, and paid time off</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot][com]</u></em></strong></p>
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting team in California. This role is suited for someone who can oversee a varied client portfolio, deliver accurate tax work across multiple entity types, and build trusted client relationships through clear guidance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the preparation and review of tax filings for corporations, partnerships, individuals, and estates while maintaining accuracy and compliance.<br>• Manage multiple client engagements at once, establishing priorities, monitoring timelines, and ensuring responsive, high-quality service.<br>• Provide practical tax guidance to clients by explaining complex regulations in a clear and approachable manner.<br>• Conduct technical research on tax matters and apply findings to support planning, reporting, and compliance needs.<br>• Prepare and review annual income tax provisions and federal tax returns for a range of business and individual clients.<br>• Support matters related to entity formation and advise clients on tax considerations connected to organizational structure.<br>• Use industry-standard tools and software, including Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and tax preparation platforms such as Lacerte, to complete engagements efficiently.<br>• Identify tax issues, resolve filing challenges, and recommend effective solutions that align with client objectives and regulatory requirements.
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.
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 entry level 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 detail oriented 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.
We are looking for an experienced financial reporting leader to oversee external reporting, technical accounting, and compliance activities for the organization in San Diego, California. This role will guide the preparation of public company filings, strengthen reporting processes, and partner across the business to support accurate and timely financial communication. The ideal candidate brings strong U.S. GAAP expertise, public company reporting experience, and a hands-on approach to process improvement and team development.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the end-to-end preparation, review, and submission of periodic and event-driven public filings, including annual, quarterly, current, and proxy reporting documents.<br>• Lead the reporting calendar from initial drafting through final issuance, ensuring all disclosures are complete, accurate, and submitted on schedule.<br>• Improve and maintain financial statement disclosures within reporting tools such as ActiveDisclosure to support consistency, clarity, and compliance.<br>• Act as the primary subject matter expert for technical accounting matters by researching complex issues, documenting conclusions, and preparing formal accounting position papers.<br>• Assess the accounting treatment for financing arrangements, equity activity, stock-based compensation, and other significant business transactions.<br>• Oversee compliance and internal control documentation efforts, while collaborating with internal teams and external advisors to strengthen the control environment.<br>• Identify and implement opportunities to automate workflows, reduce manual tasks, and enhance reporting accuracy through technology and process optimization.<br>• Support modernization initiatives, including accounting system enhancements such as the transition from QuickBooks to NetSuite.<br>• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, while partnering closely with Finance, Legal, Clinical Operations, external auditors, and executive leadership.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to support a high-volume tax workflow for an IT Software organization in Aliso Viejo, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on researching and resolving primarily state corporate income tax notices while also assisting with related property tax, transaction tax, and business license matters. The ideal candidate brings strong corporate tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to analyze incomplete information to determine accurate next steps and avoid unnecessary payments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, investigate, and respond to a large volume of incoming tax notices with an emphasis on state corporate income tax matters.<br>• Analyze account details, filings, and payment history to determine the cause of tax notices and recommend the appropriate resolution.<br>• Prepare documentation and correspondence needed to address notices, disputes, adjustments, and follow-up actions with tax authorities.<br>• Support additional notice-related work involving property tax, transaction tax, and business license obligations as priorities shift.<br>• Assist with estimated tax payment support and related corporate income tax activities to help maintain compliance.<br>• Track open tax issues, organize supporting records, and maintain clear status updates to ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.<br>• Collaborate with internal tax stakeholders to gather missing information, clarify filing positions, and resolve complex notice questions efficiently.
We are looking for an experienced Grants Accountant to support financial oversight for grant-funded programs in California. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who understands regulated funding environments and can manage reporting, reconciliations, and close activities with accuracy. The role will work across budgeting, compliance, and general ledger functions to help maintain strong financial controls and reliable grant reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounting activity for grant-funded programs, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and align with applicable funding requirements.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger integrity, and support timely month-end close procedures.<br>• Monitor grant budgets, track expenditures against approved funding, and assist with financial planning for current and upcoming awards.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet and grant-related accounts, including bank reconciliations, to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records.<br>• Produce financial reports and supporting schedules for internal stakeholders and external funding sources as needed.<br>• Review accounting processes for compliance with GAAP and organization-specific grant guidelines within a government, nonprofit, or Tribal environment.<br>• Partner with program and finance teams to clarify spending activity, document allocations, and strengthen financial accountability across grant programs.
We are looking for an Accountant to join a team in Newport Beach, California in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can quickly step into a fast-paced accounting environment, manage daily financial activities with limited onboarding, and support accurate reporting across property-related operations. The ideal candidate brings solid experience with accounting systems used in real estate or property management settings, along with a strong command of payroll, ledger activity, and financial statement review.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.<br>• Prepare and review bank reconciliations to ensure account accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Process payroll activities with attention to compliance, accuracy, and established deadlines.<br>• Produce financial reports and assist with the preparation and analysis of individual and consolidated financial statements.<br>• Evaluate accounting records to confirm completeness, accuracy, and alignment with reporting requirements.<br>• Support property accounting functions by tracking financial activity related to real estate portfolios and operating entities.<br>• Utilize AppFolio or comparable property management accounting platforms to maintain records and execute core accounting tasks.<br>• Contribute effectively in a high-volume environment by prioritizing work, meeting deadlines, and handling multiple financial processes simultaneously.
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><strong>An established manufacturing company in Vista is adding a Staff Accountant to its Finance & Accounting team.</strong> This role is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how a business actually operates — not just recording transactions. You'll have exposure to <strong>general ledger accounting, inventory, cost accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting</strong>, working closely with Accounting and Operations.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><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>
<p>A growing Carlsbad organization is looking for a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> 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. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><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>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a Contract position based in Mission Viejo, California. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys working with financial records, investigating discrepancies, and keeping reporting activities accurate and timely. The person in this role will contribute to core accounting processes while helping maintain reliable data for business and tax-related needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and organize financial information needed for recurring weekly reports, ensuring figures are complete and submitted on schedule.<br>• Process accounting support documents such as invoices, check requests, and wire transfer requests with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Enter financial data into accounting records and perform reconciliations to confirm balances align with supporting documentation.<br>• Investigate payment overdraft issues by reviewing account activity, identifying root causes, and helping resolve discrepancies.<br>• Analyze month-over-month cost fluctuations and research notable variances to support financial visibility and follow-up.<br>• Assist with journal entry preparation and posting to maintain accurate accounting records within the general ledger.<br>• Support day-to-day research requests related to transactions, account activity, and financial exceptions.<br>• Help maintain organized documentation for accounting activities to support internal review and reporting needs.
<p>A growing North County construction company is looking for a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join its accounting team and support multiple active projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands general accounting but also enjoys getting into the details behind project costs, subcontractors, billing, and job profitability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Track project-related labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses</li><li>Review job costs and compare actual spending against budgets</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and project-specific balances</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to assigned projects</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Prepare financial schedules and management reports</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external audits and tax requests</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a healthcare organization in San Diego, California and contribute to core accounting operations. This Long-term Contract position will focus on maintaining accurate general ledger activity, supporting timely month-end close, and helping ensure the integrity of financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in accounting, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across recurring close tasks and special projects.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and other supporting schedules to facilitate an accurate and efficient monthly close process.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank activity, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner and maintaining clear documentation.<br>• Review profit and loss results, identify unusual fluctuations, and research underlying causes to support management reporting.<br>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to help ensure financial records are complete, organized, and accurate.<br>• Contribute to financial analysis efforts by compiling data, evaluating trends, and assisting with reporting requests.<br>• Support ad hoc accounting assignments and special projects as business needs arise within the finance team.
<p><strong>A North County construction company is adding a Staff Accountant to support its growing accounting operation.</strong> This is a hands-on position for someone who wants exposure to both traditional accounting and <strong>job/project accounting</strong>.</p><p>You'll work closely with Project Managers and Operations to make sure project costs, vendor activity, billing, and financial reporting are accurate.</p><p><strong>What You'll Own:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Review project-related expenses and job costs</li><li>Track labor, materials, subcontractor, and other project expenses</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Review project budgets versus actual spending</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to projects</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and other project-specific balances</li><li>Prepare financial reports and accounting schedules</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external accountants, auditors, and tax professionals</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working onsite and can manage a blend of transactional accounting, record maintenance, and financial data accuracy. The position will contribute to core accounting activities while helping keep financial information organized, current, and reliable.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting transactions and monthly close work.<br>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger records to ensure financial information is complete and accurate.<br>• Perform data entry and data cleanup tasks to improve the quality and consistency of accounting records.<br>• Assist with corporate tax and sales tax support activities, including organizing documentation and preparing related information.<br>• Help compile schedules and supporting details for corporate tax return preparation and review.<br>• Work onsite with internal stakeholders to address accounting questions and resolve record discrepancies.<br>• Monitor financial documentation and update accounting files to support audit readiness and reporting needs.
<p>We are inviting applications for the role of a Staff Accountant in Laguna Beach, California. This role is central to our clients real estate team, primarily focusing on accounts payable tasks using Yardi software. The role is in-office and offers an exciting opportunity for those with a background in accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Execute and supervise accounts payable using Yardi software</p><p>• Perform check runs and contribute to other accounting tasks as needed</p><p>• Offer support to property management and office tasks as required</p><p>• Ensure precision and meticulousness in all financial transactions</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable tasks and bank reconciliations</p><p>• Maintain and manage the general ledger</p><p>• Record and manage journal entries</p><p>• Close financial records at the end of each month</p><p>• Use accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP effectively.</p>
We are looking for a strategic and entrepreneurial leader to guide an Accounts Payable recovery audit function in Santa Ana, California. This position is well suited for a senior audit specialist who can shape client strategy, strengthen operational performance, and communicate financial value to executive stakeholders. The role combines practice leadership, client advisory work, and team development within a fast-paced services environment focused on measurable cost optimization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the Accounts Payable recovery audit practice, leading client engagements, team delivery, and overall financial performance for the function.<br>• Oversee the full audit process, including data intake, review preparation, exception analysis, claim support, and recovery monitoring.<br>• Work closely with client finance, procurement, and shared services leaders to uncover duplicate disbursements, missed credits, overpayments, and vendor-related compliance gaps.<br>• Design tailored audit approaches that use data analysis, automation, and benchmarking insights to identify savings opportunities and underlying process issues.<br>• Present audit results, recovery opportunities, and operational improvement recommendations to senior executives such as CFOs, controllers, and procurement leaders.<br>• Lead recovery discussions with vendors and suppliers, securing funds on behalf of clients while maintaining accurate support and clear reporting.<br>• Build strong client and supplier relationships that support efficient claim resolution and long-term engagement success.<br>• Drive practice expansion by identifying new business opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to revenue and profitability goals.<br>• Mentor and develop team members, setting direction, promoting accountability, and building leadership capability within the group.