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.
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Tax Manager to lead the development and implementation of strategic tax technology solutions. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance tax processes, ensure compliance, and optimize the use of advanced tools in managing tax operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tax technology and a proven track record in driving efficiency and innovation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design and execute a comprehensive tax technology strategy to streamline compliance, reporting, data analytics, and process management.</p><p>• Serve as the primary tax representative on cross-functional project teams, ensuring tax requirements are met during technology implementations.</p><p>• Collaborate with IT and other departments to define functional requirements, review technical designs, and oversee application testing, deployment, and maintenance.</p><p>• Lead tax technology projects using recognized project management methodologies to ensure successful outcomes.</p><p>• Establish and maintain robust internal controls for all tax technology applications, ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404.</p><p>• Manage user access, perform system updates, and provide technical support for tax technology applications.</p><p>• Stay informed about emerging tax technology trends and refine strategies to achieve optimal performance.</p><p>• Develop detailed process documentation, deliver end-user training, and create policies for efficient technology use.</p><p>• Oversee relationships with vendors and consultants to ensure effective implementation and support of tax applications.</p><p>• Provide training to tax team members on software tools and process enhancements. </p><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Analyst</strong> for our client, a growing organization in the <strong>biotech industry</strong> located in <strong>San Diego, California</strong>. This role will support payroll operations by ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, analyzing payroll data, and helping ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience working in payroll systems, and the ability to collaborate with accounting, human resources, and leadership teams in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process and review payroll for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness</li><li>Analyze payroll data, earnings, deductions, taxes, and adjustments</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure proper documentation</li><li>Support multi-state payroll processing and compliance activities</li><li>Assist with payroll journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting teams on employee changes, benefits, and reporting</li><li>Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Prepare payroll-related reports for management and audit support</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and internal controls</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a growing and innovative technology company in <strong>San Diego, CA</strong>, is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Analyst</strong> to join their team. This role will be responsible for supporting payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, maintaining compliance with applicable laws and company policies, and assisting with payroll reporting and analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have strong payroll knowledge, analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys problem-solving, working cross-functionally, and contributing to process improvements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on schedule for multi-state employees</li><li>Review payroll data for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefit withholdings</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end close activities related to payroll</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee questions, and tax-related issues</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management, accounting, and audit purposes</li><li>Support payroll tax filings and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Collaborate with Human Resources, Accounting, and other departments to ensure accurate employee data and payroll changes</li><li>Assist with system testing, payroll audits, and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Help maintain confidentiality and integrity of payroll information</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in California. This role will lead key close activities, support audit readiness, and strengthen the integrity of the general ledger across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are recorded accurately.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and other supporting schedules tied to the general ledger.<br>• Oversee reconciliation activities for multiple subsidiaries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Lead monthly and quarterly financial review procedures to help maintain accurate and reliable financial statements.<br>• Coordinate quarterly and annual audit support, including preparation of documentation and responses to auditor requests.<br>• Produce supplemental monthly and quarterly reporting schedules for management and financial reporting needs.<br>• Administer and monitor the chart of accounts to support consistency, accuracy, and reporting requirements.<br>• Guide, coach, and develop accounting team members while promoting accountability and focused growth.<br>• Partner with management across departments to address accounting issues, communicate results, and support business priorities.
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 corporate tax leader to join a growing healthcare organization in Irvine, California. This position will oversee key tax activities, provide strategic guidance on corporate tax matters, and partner with leadership to support accurate reporting and compliance. The role is well suited for someone who brings a blend of public accounting and in-house experience, strong technical expertise, and the ability to lead within a large, multi-functional tax organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead corporate tax planning, compliance, and reporting activities to support the organization’s overall tax strategy.<br>• Direct the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax filings while ensuring accuracy and timely completion.<br>• Partner with senior leadership to evaluate tax implications of business decisions and recommend practical, risk-aware solutions.<br>• Oversee tax provision processes and maintain compliance with applicable accounting and regulatory standards.<br>• Collaborate with internal tax teams and cross-functional stakeholders to improve processes and strengthen operational effectiveness.<br>• Manage and mentor team members within the corporate tax function, fostering development and accountability.<br>• Support audits, tax examinations, and responses to regulatory inquiries by coordinating documentation and communications.<br>• Monitor changes in tax law and assess the impact on the business, developing action plans as needed.
We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join a high-performing finance team in Newport Beach, California. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who combines strong financial statement knowledge with advanced modeling capabilities and a practical, solutions-oriented mindset. The position will play a central part in forecasting, business performance analysis, and leadership reporting while partnering closely with accounting, treasury, and other internal stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the maintenance and ongoing enhancement of the company’s financial planning models, ensuring inputs are accurate, assumptions are well supported, and outputs are reliable for decision-making.<br>• Partner with accounting and treasury teams to align forecasts, budgets, and financial results with broader business performance and reporting needs.<br>• Evaluate new transactions and business opportunities by building and reviewing financial analyses that clarify potential outcomes, risks, and value drivers.<br>• Prepare variance analyses and management reports that explain performance trends, key drivers, and areas requiring attention from leadership.<br>• Translate complex financial data into clear, concise insights for senior leaders and support presentations used in executive discussions.<br>• Perform ad hoc analysis to address evolving business questions, support strategic initiatives, and improve financial visibility across the organization.<br>• Review large datasets and detailed spreadsheets to identify patterns, validate assumptions, and strengthen the quality of financial recommendations.<br>• Contribute to process improvements within FP&A activities, including refining reporting approaches and supporting changes to financial workflows when needed.
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>
<p>A growing consumer products company in Carlsbad is looking for a <strong>Junior Financial Analyst</strong> to join its Finance team. This is a strong opportunity for someone with a degree or early professional experience in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business who enjoys working with data and wants exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>You'll work closely with Finance and Operations to pull together financial information, identify trends, and help leadership understand where the business is performing well and where there may be opportunities to improve.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with monthly financial reporting and analysis</li><li>Prepare recurring Excel reports and financial schedules</li><li>Compare actual results against budgets and forecasts</li><li>Research expense and revenue variances</li><li>Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Gather financial information from Accounting and Operations</li><li>Maintain financial models and reporting files</li><li>Track departmental spending and key performance metrics</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting and data validation</li><li>Prepare presentations and summaries for management</li><li>Support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects</li></ul>
<p><strong>For the Excel person who wants to turn numbers into a career.</strong></p><p>A growing consumer products company is looking for a <strong>Junior Financial Analyst</strong> to support its Finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who has strong Excel skills and wants exposure to <strong>budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and business analysis</strong>. You'll work with Finance and Operations to understand what the numbers are saying—and help leadership make better decisions because of it.</p><p><strong>What you'll work on</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare recurring financial reports and dashboards</li><li>Compare actual results against budgets and forecasts</li><li>Analyze revenue and expense variances</li><li>Assist with monthly reporting</li><li>Support annual budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Build and maintain Excel-based financial models</li><li>Track departmental spending</li><li>Gather financial information from multiple departments</li><li>Research unusual trends and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting</li><li>Prepare presentations and summaries for leadership</li><li>Support ad hoc financial analysis projects</li></ul>
<p><strong>Start Building Your Finance Career in One of North County San Diego's Most Active Industries</strong></p><p>A growing biotech company in Carlsbad is looking for a <strong>Junior Financial Analyst</strong> to join its Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who enjoys working with numbers, building reports, and turning financial information into something the business can actually use.</p><p>You'll work alongside experienced Finance and Accounting professionals while gaining exposure to budgeting, forecasting, expense analysis, and management reporting. The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, and eager to learn.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with monthly financial reporting and analysis</li><li>Maintain recurring financial reports and dashboards</li><li>Analyze departmental expenses and identify unusual variances</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities</li><li>Gather financial information from Accounting and Operations teams</li><li>Prepare Excel-based financial models and schedules</li><li>Track spending against department budgets</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting and data validation</li><li>Research discrepancies and communicate findings to the Finance team</li><li>Support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects</li></ul>
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a fast-paced wholesale distribution environment in Irvine, California. In this role, you will turn financial and operational data into clear business insight that supports planning, performance management, and leadership decisions. You will work closely with teams across sales, operations, service, and shared services while contributing to monthly reporting, forecasting, and budgeting activities. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong analytical discipline with the ability to explain the story behind the numbers.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze monthly revenue and gross margin results across business segments, product categories, and customer groups, delivering clear explanations for performance changes.<br>• Prepare detailed comparisons against budget, forecast, and prior-year results by isolating the effects of volume, product mix, pricing, and foreign exchange.<br>• Build and maintain financial models and performance bridges that help leadership understand key drivers and support forward-looking planning.<br>• Monitor operating expenses by function and cost center, identifying recurring trends, one-time impacts, and areas that require corrective action.<br>• Partner with HR, operations, and accounting teams to review headcount costs, validate accruals during close, and improve the accuracy of financial reporting.<br>• Manage financial analysis for the service business, including revenue, margin, labor costs, reserves, and inventory-related impacts.<br>• Evaluate service performance using operational and financial indicators such as technician productivity, efficiency, and cost per service event, then help develop actions to improve profitability.<br>• Track service-related provisions and inventory exposure, including warranty reserves and slow-moving stock, with monthly reconciliations and variance commentary.<br>• Support month-end close, forecast cycles, and budget preparation while assisting the FP&A team with reporting improvements and evolving analytics processes.