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.
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is seeking experienced Seasonal Senior Tax Preparers and Tax Managers to support our well-respected public accounting and business management firm client based in Los Angeles, through the upcoming filing season. These consultants will focus on the preparation and review of complex individual and pass-through entity tax returns for high-net-worth clients and closely held businesses. This is an excellent opportunity for tax professionals who can quickly integrate into an established tax team, work independently, and contribute immediately during a high-demand filing period.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Preparation and/or review of intricate tax filings for high-net-worth individuals, partnerships, and S corporations, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.</p><p>• Evaluate trial balances, financial statements, and supporting schedules to identify issues and prepare complete tax workpapers.</p><p>• Interpret and apply complex K-1 reporting, including allocations tied to substantial real estate holdings and other layered investments.</p><p>• Coordinate and complete California and multi-state tax compliance assignments, including related calculations and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Investigate tax questions, perform technical research, and recommend practical solutions aligned with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Partner with managers, directors, and firm leadership to keep engagements on schedule and meet critical filing deadlines during peak season.</p><p>• Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation in a paperless tax environment while upholding high standards for file quality.</p><p>• Contribute immediately to an established tax team by independently managing assigned work and supporting high-demand seasonal deliverables.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to support a long-term contract opportunity within the energy and natural resources sector in Newport Beach, California. This role will lead critical tax reporting and compliance activities, with a strong focus on annual income tax provision work and corporate return oversight. The ideal candidate brings deep technical tax expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex filings and provision processes in a dynamic business environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and review of annual income tax provisions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with applicable accounting and tax standards.<br>• Oversee the completion of corporate tax returns and related filings while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.<br>• Manage sales and use tax activities, including reporting, reconciliations, and issue resolution across relevant jurisdictions.<br>• Utilize CCH ProSystem Fx to prepare, analyze, and maintain tax workpapers, returns, and supporting documentation.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather financial data, assess tax impacts, and support timely reporting deadlines.<br>• Provide guidance on entity formation matters by evaluating tax considerations and documenting appropriate filing requirements.<br>• Review tax provision calculations and supporting schedules to identify risks, inconsistencies, and opportunities for process improvement.<br>• Support special tax projects and operational changes that affect reporting workflows, including updates to tax processes or related systems when needed.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager - Public to join a client-focused accounting team in Torrance, California. This position oversees a broad range of tax matters, including corporate filings, income tax provision work, and sales tax compliance, while providing informed guidance to business clients. The role is well suited for a licensed CPA who can manage complex tax engagements, maintain technical accuracy, support entity structuring needs and communicate effectively in Japanese when working with clients and internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage U.S. federal and state tax compliance for corporate and individual clients </li><li>Support cross-border tax matters, including Japan–U.S. coordination </li><li>Review tax returns and work papers prepared by staff </li><li>Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for clients </li><li>Coordinate with internal teams and external advisors </li><li>Identify tax planning opportunities and support advisory projects </li><li>Support tax due diligence for M&A transactions, including review of tax exposures, transaction structuring considerations, and related diligence workstreams </li><li>Lead business development initiatives, including identifying new client opportunities, developing relationships, and generating new business for the firm </li><li>Ensure deadlines, quality standards, and internal controls are met </li><li>Japanese language capability is a plus </li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting / Controller to lead the organization’s accounting function in Santa Ana, California. This role will oversee financial reporting, internal controls, and process optimization while ensuring accurate, timely, and meaningful financial information for business decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound technical accounting judgment, and the ability to partner across teams to support the company’s financial objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the day-to-day accounting function and provide leadership, coaching, and oversight to accounting team members.<br>• Establish, formalize, and maintain accounting policies and procedures that support consistent financial practices and compliance standards.<br>• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results with clear analysis, reliable reporting, and relevant performance insights for leadership review.<br>• Ensure financial transactions are recorded promptly and accurately, with complete reconciliations and supporting documentation in place.<br>• Build and oversee a strong internal control environment, including monitoring effectiveness, addressing gaps, and guiding corrective actions where needed.<br>• Identify and implement improvements to accounting systems, workflows, and integrations to increase efficiency and strengthen operational performance.<br>• Partner with colleagues across departments to monitor financial results, support planning efforts, and help advance broader business goals.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to support timely audits, tax planning activities, and ongoing compliance obligations.<br>• Lead the rollout of enhanced accounting and tax processes, introducing practical procedures and tools that improve accuracy and productivity.
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.
<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>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is partnering with a large private equity firm to identify a hands-on Senior Treasury Consultant for a 4+ month hybrid engagement in West Los Angeles. This consultant will support the Corporate Treasury team within the Management Company during a period of significant organic growth and acquisition activity. The engagement requires an experienced consultant who can quickly step in and contribute to treasury integration efforts, forecasting, and process alignment initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on finance consultant who can think strategically while remaining highly execution-focused. This individual will bring experience from large, complex organizations, deep expertise in treasury operations and forecasting, exposure to acquisition integrations, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior finance and treasury leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day treasury activities that support a rapidly expanding business and ensure reliable execution across core cash management functions.</p><p>• Guide treasury-related integration efforts for newly added entities, including alignment of treasury management platforms such as Kyriba where applicable.</p><p>• Develop and refine cash flow, liquidity, and working capital forecasts, with particular emphasis on improving short- and long-term cash forecasting accuracy.</p><p>• Partner with FP&A, Accounting, and operational leaders to evaluate funding needs, strengthen liquidity planning, and improve enterprise-wide cash visibility.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to streamline treasury workflows and implement standardized procedures that improve consistency, controls, and efficiency.</p><p>• Prepare treasury reporting and financial analysis to support leadership decision-making, operational planning, and broader strategic finance initiatives.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders across multiple business units to support process harmonization during periods of growth, acquisitions, and organizational change.</p>
<p>Payroll Manager</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Carson, CA (On-site)</p><p>Our client is a <strong>growing, dynamic organization</strong> in the Carson area seeking an experienced <strong>Payroll Manager</strong> to lead and oversee in-house payroll operations for a large, complex workforce. This is a hands-on leadership role for a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings deep expertise in payroll compliance, union payroll, and multi-state operations.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to partner cross-functionally while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee and manage <strong>in-house payroll processing for 800+ employees</strong>, including union and non-union staff</li><li>Supervise weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy of wages, benefits, garnishments, and tax deductions</li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>multi-state payroll tax laws</strong>, wage and hour regulations, and union labor agreements</li><li>Reconcile payroll tax submissions and manage quarterly and annual filings, including <strong>W-2s</strong></li><li>Prepare payroll documentation and reports for audits, workers’ compensation reviews, and union contract requirements</li><li>Serve as the primary escalation point for payroll inquiries and discrepancy resolution</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations to support payroll-related initiatives</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to streamline payroll operations and increase efficiency</li><li>Maintain and update payroll systems in alignment with current regulations and company policies</li><li>Train, mentor, and develop payroll staff to support operational excellence and team growth</li></ul><p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li><strong>5+ years of in-house payroll experience</strong>, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities</li><li>Proven experience managing payroll for <strong>large employee populations (1,000+ employees)</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>union payroll</strong>, multi-state payroll compliance, and wage & hour laws</li><li>Experience with payroll tax filings, audits, and regulatory reporting</li><li>High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Payroll certification (CPP or FPC) preferred</li></ul><p>Why Join?</p><ul><li>Join a <strong>growing and forward-thinking company</strong></li><li>Leadership role with the ability to make an impact</li><li>Stable, long-term opportunity with room for professional growth</li></ul><p><br></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 00460-0013350130. email resume to [email protected]</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to support a client in the Duarte, California area through a Contract engagement. This position will focus on indirect tax compliance, month-end accounting support, and regulatory reporting while helping maintain accurate records across multiple tax-related activities. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on knowledge of sales and use tax processes, solid accounting judgment, and the ability to manage recurring filings and audit support in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare recurring sales and use tax workbooks each month and ensure calculations are complete, accurate, and ready for filing.</p><p>• Support the month-end close by assembling account reconciliations, maintaining closing schedules, and recording tax-related journal entries.</p><p>• Coordinate sales tax setup for newly opened business locations, including required registrations with the appropriate jurisdictions.</p><p>• Create and maintain resale documentation so exemption records remain current and properly organized.</p><p>• Complete census and other regulatory reports in accordance with reporting deadlines and documentation standards.</p><p>• Gather backup materials and transaction support needed for sales tax examinations and respond to audit-related information requests.</p><p>• Review, organize, and route incoming tax correspondence to ensure timely follow-up on notices and agency communications.</p><p>• Handle additional tax filings and special compliance tasks as needed across indirect and related tax functions.</p>
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on finance and operations leader to support the wholesale business in Burbank, California. This role blends financial oversight with operational leadership, helping the organization strengthen performance across planning, inventory, logistics, customer support, and core business processes. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong analytical capability, and experience guiding cross-functional improvements that increase efficiency, accountability, and scalability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct day-to-day business operations for the wholesale function, ensuring effective coordination across supply chain activities, inventory control, logistics, customer operations, and supporting systems.<br>• Build and monitor performance metrics that improve visibility into service levels, spending, productivity, and overall operating results while reinforcing accountability across teams.<br>• Work closely with senior leaders and partner functions such as Finance, Tax, Legal, HR, Compliance, and Technology to align priorities, manage risk, and support sound business decisions.<br>• Oversee inventory planning, warehouse activity, transportation, fulfillment, and external service providers to maintain reliable execution and cost-efficient operations.<br>• Lead recurring inventory reviews and corrective action plans related to excess stock, aging product, reconciliations, cycle counts, valuation concerns, and audit readiness.<br>• Partner on budgeting, forecasting, monthly performance reviews, and financial analysis to assess business trends, operating expenses, working capital needs, and cash flow impact.<br>• Create reporting tools, dashboards, and scenario analyses that give leadership clearer insight into performance drivers and support data-informed planning.<br>• Guide process improvement and transformation initiatives, including system enhancements, implementation efforts, user training, testing, and change adoption across the organization.<br>• Promote the practical use of analytics, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve reporting quality, operational efficiency, and decision-making.<br>• Foster a collaborative, high-accountability environment focused on continuous improvement, disciplined execution, and scalable growth.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities for a growing food distribution organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can balance daily operational oversight with accurate financial reporting and strategic financial support. The successful candidate will guide the close process, strengthen financial controls, and help the business scale through sound accounting leadership. Please call Brigitte Mendez @ 909-717-4037 or call your Robert Half Recruiter directly. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting operations, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner across key financial areas.</p><p>• Lead monthly and annual close activities, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Produce and evaluate financial reports to provide leadership with clear insight into business performance.</p><p>• Oversee payables, receivables, and cash position management to support healthy financial operations.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with applicable organizational standards, internal controls, and company accounting policies.</p><p>• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and inventory-related accounting processes to support planning and operational decision-making.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation and assist with tax-related reporting requirements and external requests.</p><p>• Supervise, develop, and mentor accounting team members while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.</p>
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee core financial operations and ensure accurate, timely reporting for the organization. This role is based in Costa Mesa, California, and will guide day-to-day accounting activities while strengthening controls, supporting compliance, and delivering financial insight to leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a proactive approach to process improvement, and the ability to manage reporting cycles, audits, and regulatory obligations with confidence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting functions across billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, the general ledger, cost accounting, and revenue recognition activities.<br>• Direct the budgeting and forecasting process, track performance against plan, and explain material variances to leadership.<br>• Oversee month-end close activities and issue accurate monthly financial statements within established deadlines.<br>• Maintain high standards for financial reporting by reviewing transactions, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.<br>• Establish, refine, and document accounting procedures and internal control practices to reduce risk and support reliable reporting.<br>• Ensure timely completion of tax filings and other required reporting at the local, state, and federal levels.<br>• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and coordinate audit preparation, requests, and follow-up items.<br>• Evaluate financial results, identify trends or issues, and provide practical recommendations to support business decisions and financial planning.<br>• Partner with leadership on broader finance initiatives, including planning, risk assessment, and operational improvements as needed.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations for a logistics organization in Long Beach, California. This role will oversee financial reporting, closing activities, cash management, and team guidance while helping ensure accuracy across essential accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, sound judgment, and the ability to support leadership with clear financial insights and reliable reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation of monthly, periodic, and annual financial reports, ensuring results are delivered accurately and on schedule.<br>• Partner with internal accounting teams to compile and present financial information that supports executive decision-making.<br>• Oversee close-cycle activities across general ledger, revenue, fixed assets, payroll, accounts payable, purchasing, and bank reconciliations.<br>• Review account reconciliations and journal entries, resolving discrepancies and maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.<br>• Analyze financial results, identify key variances, and provide meaningful commentary on business performance.<br>• Supervise accounts receivable and accounts payable processes while maintaining strong controls over daily accounting operations.<br>• Coordinate cash management activities, including forecasting liquidity needs, monitoring borrowing arrangements, and supporting compliance with credit-related requirements.<br>• Monitor disbursements, incoming cash activity, and operating cash flow to help improve financial efficiency and stability.<br>• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, banks, insurers, and other financial partners.<br>• Coach and develop accounting staff, including team members across A/P, A/R, and G/L functions, while reinforcing adherence to policies and procedures.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join a collaborative team in Montebelllo, California. This role is responsible for overseeing core accounting activities, supporting an efficient month-end close, and ensuring financial reporting is accurate and well supported. The position also works closely with cross-functional partners, provides guidance to accounting staff, and helps maintain strong financial operations for the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Produce monthly financial reports on schedule and ensure entries are complete, accurate, and properly documented.<br>• Manage general ledger activity, including the review and approval of journal entries related to payroll, credit cards, and other recurring transactions.<br>• Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and analyze profit and loss results to identify variances and recommend corrective action.<br>• Partner with accounts payable and other internal teams to improve the accuracy of invoices, payments, accruals, and related reporting.<br>• Support month-end close activities by coordinating deadlines, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining organized supporting schedules.<br>• Assist leadership with audit preparation, tax-related requests, and other compliance-driven accounting needs.<br>• Investigate unusual account activity, communicate findings clearly, and help implement practical resolutions.<br>• Provide day-to-day guidance to accounting team members and encourage consistent, high-quality work across processes.