We are looking for a dedicated Division Controller with expertise in job cost accounting to join our team in Huntington Beach, California. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, supporting project managers, and driving informed decision-making. Your ability to analyze costs, manage receivables, and oversee monthly close processes will be instrumental in maintaining financial accuracy and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and submit comprehensive job cost reports on a weekly basis to provide clear visibility into project financials.<br>• Conduct pre-job cost meetings with project managers and attend corporate cost review sessions to ensure alignment on financial goals.<br>• Oversee monthly close activities, including reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments, while ensuring timely submission to corporate.<br>• Analyze budget variances and prepare detailed summaries explaining major discrepancies for stakeholders.<br>• Perform monthly evaluations of indirect costs, such as labor burden and equipment allocations, to maintain accurate reporting.<br>• Monitor accounts receivable aging reports, identify at-risk accounts, and collaborate with teams to address outstanding balances.<br>• Review job cost reports with project managers, ensuring costs are accurately coded and discrepancies are resolved.<br>• Track financial performance of assigned jobs, including metrics like gross profit, margin erosion, and pending change orders.<br>• Ensure accuracy and completeness in monthly billing packets and coordinate timely submission to clients.<br>• Maintain open communication with project managers and subcontractors to resolve billing or payment issues efficiently.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations in Carson, California. This role oversees accurate financial reporting, manages the monthly close cycle, and strengthens processes that support compliance and business visibility. The ideal candidate brings deep technical accounting knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to guide audit readiness, reconciliations, and performance reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring journal entries, account analysis, and ledger activity are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Oversee reconciliation activities across cash, payables, receivables, inventory, and other balance sheet accounts while resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Manage fixed asset records, including capitalization, depreciation, retirements, and related reporting to maintain accurate asset accounting.<br>• Prepare financial statements and management reports, delivering meaningful variance analysis and key performance insights to support decision-making.<br>• Support internal and external audit efforts by organizing schedules, workpapers, and documentation required for efficient review processes.<br>• Maintain and enhance internal control procedures, including testing activities that promote compliance, accuracy, and risk reduction.<br>• Supervise general ledger operations and ensure accounting records align with company policies and reporting requirements.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams on system and reporting tools used for accounting and business intelligence, helping improve data quality and reporting effectiveness.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the financial operations of our organization in Long Beach, California. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can oversee accounting processes, ensure compliance with financial standards, and contribute to strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in managing teams and delivering accurate financial insights to support organizational goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise and manage all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, tax accounting, and cost analysis.<br>• Prepare and review financial reports to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company standards.<br>• Develop and implement budgeting and forecasting systems to provide accurate financial projections.<br>• Coordinate and oversee internal audits to ensure adherence to established procedures.<br>• Lead and mentor the accounting team by recruiting, training, and evaluating staff performance.<br>• Establish and maintain effective internal controls to secure the organization's financial assets.<br>• Monitor and analyze financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close processes and reconciliations.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to streamline financial reporting and improve operational efficiency.<br>• Stay updated on industry trends and participate in development opportunities.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a contract opportunity with a growing advertising-focused organization in Irvine, California. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can support a fast-moving environment, oversee critical close activities, and strengthen financial reporting accuracy. The position offers a hybrid schedule and requires a strong blend of technical accounting knowledge, analytical ability, and comfort working through complex operational changes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead core month-end close activities, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to meet a six-day close timeline.<br>• Manage general ledger accuracy by investigating variances, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring financial data is properly recorded and maintained.<br>• Prepare financial statement support and assist with audit-related requests by organizing documentation and responding to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations across operating expense areas and follow issues through to resolution in a timely manner.<br>• Contribute directly as a hands-on accounting leader, partnering with senior accounting staff while handling the majority of day-to-day accounting execution.<br>• Support accounting system-related initiatives by validating vendor data, testing transactions, and helping confirm processes function correctly in updated platforms.<br>• Analyze large data sets in Excel to identify trends, improve reporting quality, and produce meaningful insights for finance and accounting leadership.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams during a period of organizational activity, including integration support tied to newly added business operations.
<p>Robert Half is recruiting for an interim Accounting Manager / Consultant for our client in the City Government and public sector industry.</p><p>The interim Accounting Manager provides leadership and oversight of governmental accounting operations, with a strong emphasis on GASB compliance. This role manages accounting staff, supports audits and closings, and advises leadership on fiscal and regulatory matters. This opportunity will be located onsite in Downey, CA.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>* Manage and supervise accounting staff</p><p>* Oversee payroll, budget monitoring, expenditures, and accounting systems</p><p>* Ensure compliance with GASB, federal, state, and local regulations</p><p>* Lead month‑end and year‑end close, including accruals and reconciliations</p><p>* Prepare and review financial statements, analyses, and reports</p><p>* Coordinate internal and external audit activities</p><p>* Develop and update accounting policies and procedures</p><p>* Support budget development, projections, and adjustments</p><p>* Serve as liaison with county, state, and other government agencies</p><p>* Provide fiscal guidance and training to departments and stakeholders</p><p><br></p><p>Requirements</p><p>* 4+ years of accounting experience, including supervisory experience</p><p>* Prior experience in a city department, water district, school district, county, or other governmental entity</p><p>* Strong working knowledge of GASB standards</p><p>* Experience with governmental accounting systems and Excel</p><p>-Prior government, city, water district or educational industry experience - must have</p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a strong Accounting Manager to support our prestigious financial services firm on a 3–4-month hybrid engagement in Los Angeles, supporting their stand-alone broker-dealer entity. This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced accounting professional who is comfortable managing core accounting functions in a regulated financial services environment. The role calls for an individual who is comfortable balancing technical accounting work with cross-functional collaboration and audit support.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily accounting operations and maintain the accuracy of general ledger activity for the broker-dealer business.</p><p>• Lead monthly and quarterly close processes, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and in accordance with reporting standards.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries, supporting schedules, and other core accounting documentation.</p><p>• Produce financial statements and related analyses to support internal leadership and reporting needs.</p><p>• Complete detailed balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies through timely investigation and follow-up.</p><p>• Examine financial results, identify variances, and communicate key findings to finance leaders and business partners.</p><p>• Uphold adherence to internal controls, accounting guidelines, and applicable regulatory expectations within the financial services sector.</p><p>• Coordinate with auditors and internal stakeholders by providing documentation, explanations, and timely responses to requests.</p><p>• Contribute to special projects, reporting initiatives, and process-related improvements as business needs evolve.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Supervisor to join our team in Simi Valley, California. This role is essential in overseeing accounts payable and receivable operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and the effective management of financial processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting within the aerospace manufacturing industry and a proven ability to lead and develop teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise the accounts payable and accounts receivable teams, ensuring efficient operations and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company-specific accounting policies.<br>• Develop, implement, and refine systems, policies, and procedures to improve financial processes.<br>• Conduct thorough analysis of accounting systems, identifying issues and recommending corrective actions.<br>• Ensure internal controls are established and functioning effectively to safeguard financial data.<br>• Oversee the preparation, recording, and reporting of accounting transactions, including month-end and year-end closings.<br>• Manage the selection, training, and development of accounting staff to build a high-performing team.<br>• Review industry trends and updates to ensure alignment with best practices in accounts payable and receivable.<br>• Participate in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and other financial analyses.<br>• Monitor attendance and ensure punctuality while addressing variable schedules as necessary.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Account Manager to support high-net-worth clients through a business management and family office environment in Encino, California. This role serves as a key point of coordination across financial activities, helping keep client matters organized, accurate, and progressing on schedule. The ideal candidate combines strong accounting knowledge with a service-focused approach, excellent judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and care.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily client service activity from initial request through completion, maintaining clear tracking of priorities, timelines, and outstanding items.</p><p>• Oversee cash management tasks by reviewing account activity, coordinating transfers and wire requests, and ensuring supporting records are complete and accurate.</p><p>• Manage insurance-related administration, including renewals, policy updates, and claims coordination with external brokers and advisory partners.</p><p>• Lead onboarding for new clients by establishing accounts, gathering required documentation, arranging access, and setting up internal workflows.</p><p>• Coordinate financial and administrative support for significant purchases such as real estate and vehicles, working with lenders, agents, and other third parties.</p><p>• Assist with reporting and transaction processes, including 1099 preparation and coordination with tax and accounting providers for periodic filings.</p><p>• Prepare and review core accounting activities such as general ledger maintenance, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close support.</p><p>• Contribute to operational improvements and special assignments by identifying efficiencies and providing flexible support where business needs require it.</p>
<p><strong>Accounting Manager</strong></p><p> Long Beach, California</p><p>We are partnering with a growing, dynamic organization in Long Beach to identify an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and supervise a team of six. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing the month-end close, and maintaining strong accounting processes in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and an effective people leader who can drive accountability while supporting team development and process improvement.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> • Lead and manage the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial results</p><p> • Supervise a team of six accounting professionals, providing coaching, oversight, and performance management</p><p> • Oversee general ledger activity, including review and approval of journal entries and supporting documentation</p><p> • Manage account reconciliations, ensuring discrepancies are identified, investigated, and resolved</p><p> • Prepare and review financial statements and internal management reports</p><p> • Coordinate audit activities, including preparation of schedules and response to auditor requests</p><p> • Maintain and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</p><p> • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy</p><p> • Partner with leadership to support business initiatives and financial reporting needs</p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p> • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred</p><p> • 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory experience</p><p> • Proven ability to manage and develop a team (experience overseeing 5+ staff preferred)</p><p> • Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting</p><p> • Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel</p><p> • Strong organizational and communication skills</p><p> • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013427902. email resume to [email protected]</p><p>This is an opportunity to step into a leadership role with a growing organization and make an immediate impact by strengthening processes and developing a high-performing team.</p>