<p>If you're an accountant who naturally asks <em>“why doesn't this number tie out?”</em> and enjoys figuring out what is happening behind the numbers, this could be a great fit. A growing manufacturing organization in <strong>Encinitas </strong>is adding an <strong>Accounting Analyst</strong> to its Finance & Accounting team. This position sits between traditional accounting and financial operations, giving you exposure to reconciliations, reporting, inventory, month-end close, and process improvement.</p><p>You won't simply be entering transactions all day. You'll be expected to <strong>investigate discrepancies, identify trends, and help the team make its accounting processes cleaner and more efficient.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>WHAT YOU'LL ACTUALLY DO</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze general ledger activity and investigate unusual transactions</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Review inventory-related accounting activity</li><li>Reconcile operational data to financial records</li><li>Analyze variances and research discrepancies</li><li>Assist with journal entries and accruals</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting and management reports</li><li>Review transactions for appropriate coding</li><li>Partner with Operations, Purchasing, and Inventory teams</li><li>Maintain accurate financial documentation</li><li>Assist with internal and external audit requests</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows</li><li>Support special projects for the Controller and accounting leadership</li></ul>
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.
Robert Half is recruiting for an immediate need for a hands-on interim Accounting Manager for our growing Nonprofit Healthcare and behavioral health client. The Accounting Manager/ consultant will lead the accounting function following the unexpected departure of the previous manager. This role oversees approximately 17 employees across Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Billing, while ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, audit readiness, and day to day operational support. This opportunity will be located onsite in Riverside, CA. <br> Key Responsibilities Manage general ledger, accounts payable, billing, cash management, reconciliations, and month end close. Supervise and develop a team of approximately 17 accounting, AP, and billing professionals. Oversee June 30 fiscal year end close and financial reporting. Serve as the primary liaison to external auditors, . Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, grants, and internal controls. Lead process improvements and strengthen accounting procedures. Utilize AccuFund to manage financial operations, reporting, fund accounting, and audit support schedules. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred. 5+ years of accounting leadership experience. Prior Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or Controller experience. Strong nonprofit accounting experience preferred. Hands on AccuFund experience strongly preferred. Experience managing accounting, AP, and billing functions. Strong financial reporting, audit, and Excel skills. <br> Requirements Available to start immediately. Prior Non Profit experience Ability to work onsite. Must successfully pass: Candidate will be required to undergo Live Scan all candidates required to undergo background check Candidate will required to undergo all candidates required to undergo drug screening, including THC TB screening Urinalysis OIG exclusion check Employment and reference verification Ideal Candidate Proven leader who can quickly stabilize an accounting department during a transition. Hands on, roll up your sleeves management style. Strong communicator with the ability to work effectively with staff, leadership, and external auditors.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a financial services organization in San Diego, California during a high-volume period of accounting and reporting activity. This Long-term Contract position will focus on lending-related accounting, close management, reconciliations, and financial reporting, while helping deliver accurate and timely insight to business leaders. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound analytical judgment, and prior experience within banking, lending, mortgage, or a broader financial services environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee accounting treatment for loan portfolio activity, including new funding, payoffs, charge-offs, recoveries, accrued interest, and related journal entry preparation and review.<br>• Manage accounting for deferred loan fees and direct costs by tracking balances, validating amortization, and ensuring accurate ongoing reporting.<br>• Contribute to monthly and quarterly close cycles by preparing reconciliations, reviewing supporting schedules, and helping meet reporting deadlines.<br>• Compare general ledger balances to loan servicing data, investigate discrepancies, and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.<br>• Evaluate changes in account activity through variance analysis and trend reviews covering interest income, reserves, portfolio movement, and other lending metrics.<br>• Assist with credit loss and reserve reporting by preparing analyses, reconciliations, and documentation that support management review.<br>• Examine asset quality indicators such as delinquencies, nonperforming loans, recoveries, and charge-offs to provide meaningful portfolio insights.<br>• Respond to internal and external audit requests by gathering support, explaining accounting positions, and maintaining organized documentation.<br>• Recommend and implement improvements to close, reconciliation, and reporting workflows, including work involving Oracle ERP and Jack Henry where applicable.<br>• Support special projects and ad hoc financial analysis requests in partnership with accounting and finance leadership.
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.
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 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.
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.
AR + Financial Analysis + Commercial Finance + Finance Business Partner<br>This person will support assigned customer accounts and partner with Sales and Operations throughout the customer lifecycle.<br>Core Responsibilities<br>• Own AR and Order-to-Cash activities<br>• Invoicing, booking, clearing and reconciliations<br>• AR aging and collection follow-up<br>• Customer deductions and dispute resolution<br>• Trade spend and promotional expense management<br>• Accruals and customer-related expenses<br>• Pricing and commercial analysis<br>• Build simulated P&Ls<br>• Evaluate business terms and promotional strategies<br>• Financial reporting and analysis<br>• Process improvement<br>• Finance systems/digitalization initiatives<br>• Partner directly with Sales and Operations<br>Ideal Background<br>Target:<br>• Financial Analyst<br>• Accounting Analyst<br>• Senior Accountant with strong analytical skills<br>• Commercial Finance Analyst<br>• Channel Finance Analyst<br>• Revenue Analyst<br>• AR Analyst ready for a step up<br>• Finance Business Partner
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented purchasing card processor to support daily financial operations for a utilities and infrastructure environment in Chino, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can work accurately under deadlines, apply sound judgment, and coordinate effectively with teams across the organization. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to card administration, transaction review, reconciliation activities, and process documentation while building strong relationships with department leaders and executive stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer corporate card programs by setting up user profiles, issuing cards, and maintaining accurate account balances and related records.</p><p>• Configure account and profile settings, including merchant category controls, and review transaction activity for appropriateness and policy alignment.</p><p>• Support monthly reconciliation activities by updating system records, maintaining tracking spreadsheets, and communicating status or discrepancies to relevant teams.</p><p>• Conduct internal and external transaction audits by gathering supporting documentation and ensuring required information is complete and accurate.</p><p>• Assist with day-to-day financial operations while maintaining compliance with corporate standards and government regulations.</p><p>• Collaborate with departments and executive leadership to address inquiries, share updates, and support timely resolution of card and expense-related matters.</p><p>• Create clear process guides and reference materials to help document procedures and support onboarding or cross-training efforts.</p><p>• Use internal ticketing and learning platforms, including Gehira and Canva, to manage requests and contribute to knowledge sharing for new team members.</p><p>• Provide guidance in select areas by helping train colleagues and serving as a resource on established card administration processe</p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We're seeking a Senior Business Analyst for a hybrid, agile engagement with a higher education client in Irvine, CA. The ideal candidate builds relationships quickly, is comfortable approaching senior stakeholders and unfamiliar teams across multiple university departments, and can gather requirements in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with senior stakeholders across multiple departments (Admissions, Advancement, Marketing, IT, Student Services, etc.) to elicit and document requirements.</li><li>Proactively engage new/unfamiliar stakeholders to build rapport and gather accurate requirements.</li><li>Facilitate workshops and working sessions; translate requirements into user stories, process flows, and acceptance criteria within an Agile framework.</li><li>Collaborate with Product Owners and dev teams to groom and prioritize the backlog.</li><li>Write/validate SQL queries to support analysis and requirement validation.</li><li>Support UAT and produce clear documentation (BRDs, process maps) for technical and non-technical audiences.</li></ul><p><br></p>