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Grants Accountant

Banning, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
72000 - 93000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Manage accounting activity for grant-funded programs, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and align with applicable funding requirements. • Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger integrity, and support timely month-end close procedures. • Monitor grant budgets, track expenditures against approved funding, and assist with financial planning for current and upcoming awards. • Reconcile balance sheet and grant-related accounts, including bank reconciliations, to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records. • Produce financial reports and supporting schedules for internal stakeholders and external funding sources as needed. • Review accounting processes for compliance with GAAP and organization-specific grant guidelines within a government, nonprofit, or Tribal environment. • Partner with program and finance teams to clarify spending activity, document allocations, and strengthen financial accountability across grant programs.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 29 USD / Hourly
A public-sector organization is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support daily financial operations, maintain accurate accounting records, and assist with departmental financial transactions. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys structured accounting work, follows established procedures, and takes pride in accuracy and accountability.The person in this role will work with finance and administrative staff to process transactions, reconcile records, and ensure documentation is complete. Candidates with experience in municipal government, public agencies, education, or other regulated environments are encouraged to apply.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions in accordance with established procedures.</li><li>Review invoices, purchase orders, reimbursement requests, and supporting documentation for accuracy.</li><li>Assist with payroll and timekeeping records, including researching discrepancies.</li><li>Reconcile financial transactions, cash receipts, and departmental account balances.</li><li>Enter accounting data and maintain accurate electronic records.</li><li>Review transactions for coding errors, missing approvals, and duplicate entries.</li><li>Prepare routine financial summaries, spreadsheets, and departmental reports.</li><li>Respond to internal questions regarding payment status and transaction documentation.</li><li>Maintain organized records for audits and financial reviews.</li><li>Coordinate with other departments to resolve discrepancies and obtain missing information.</li><li>Assist with month-end processes and special accounting projects as assigned.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Murrieta, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Senior Financial Analyst A growing subscription-based technology company is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling initiatives. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development, tracking, and management of annual operating budgets, with a focus on sales and marketing.Build and maintain revenue and expense forecasting models across multiple recurring-revenue business lines.Partner with finance leadership to support planning, reporting, and strategic decision-making.Collaborate cross-functionally with teams including Accounting, Human Resources, IT, and Sales Operations to improve reporting processes and KPI analysis.Analyze trends and provide insights to support financial performance and operational efficiency.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Banning, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
82000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Develop financial models and analytical tools to evaluate trends, forecast outcomes, and support strategic planning. • Review budget-to-actual results, identify key variances, and explain financial performance to internal stakeholders. • Gather, organize, and interpret financial and operational data from multiple sources to support reporting and decision-making. • Prepare ad hoc analyses that help leadership assess costs, risks, and resource allocation needs. • Monitor financial activity and recommend process improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and reporting quality. • Partner with accounting, operations, and management teams to deliver timely insights on fiscal performance and planning priorities. • Create clear reports and presentations that summarize findings, highlight issues, and outline actionable recommendations. • Assist with ongoing analytical initiatives, including data validation and updates to financial reporting or modeling processes when needed.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for our team in San Diego, California. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing transactional accounting with project-based financial support and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The position will contribute to accurate reporting, vendor coordination, and timely financial processing across multiple priorities. Responsibilities: • Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, entering payment data, preparing check runs, and resolving billing issues with accuracy and timeliness. • Handle annual 1099 preparation and processing while maintaining complete and organized supporting documentation. • Maintain vendor records and communicate with suppliers to address questions, payment matters, and account updates. • Support construction-related accounting activities by preparing loan draw packages, processing change orders, reviewing budgets, and tracking required notices, lien releases, and insurance documents. • Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure account balances are accurate. • Assist with audit preparation and compliance-related reviews for properties by gathering records and supporting due diligence requests. • Update general ledger activity by preparing journal entries and helping maintain accurate financial records. • Compile monthly project financial reports and related subsidiary schedules to support management review and decision-making. • Provide administrative assistance as needed, including document filing, routine office support, and other tasks that contribute to smooth daily operations. • Take on additional duties as assigned to support team goals and overall business performance.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Oversee the accounts receivable process from invoice generation through payment posting, applying cash accurately and following up on outstanding customer balances. • Carry out routine collection efforts and work closely with customers and internal teams to encourage timely payment resolution. • Coordinate with Sales to investigate billing questions, address account issues, and resolve discrepancies affecting customer invoices. • Match purchase orders, receiving records, and supplier invoices to confirm completeness and accuracy before payment processing. • Administer accounts payable activities, including weekly payment runs, manual disbursements, check distribution, and electronic payments such as ACH and wire transactions. • Review employee expense submissions for policy compliance and process approved reimbursements in a timely manner. • Prepare bank, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reconciliations each month and assist with journal entries and account analysis during period-end close. • Compile aging and balance reports for customers and vendors, track unbilled liabilities, manage prepayment amortization schedules, and maintain tax and vendor documentation. • 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.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Coronado, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Produce monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple entities, ensuring completeness and accuracy in routine reporting. • Record period-end accruals, prepaid expense activity, and other adjusting entries needed to close each accounting cycle properly. • Post and examine journal entries while reconciling balance sheet accounts to maintain an accurate general ledger. • Contribute to the annual budgeting process and help assemble financial projections for upcoming periods. • Develop pro forma models for new initiatives and evaluate projected performance through financial analysis. • Conduct comparative market reviews, including rate and cost assessments, to support pricing and operational decision-making. • Prepare port rent reporting, calculate related accruals, and ensure amounts are reflected correctly in the accounting records. • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice entry, weekly payment processing, cash application, and deposit preparation. • Complete required quarterly and annual filings for government agencies and assist with lease, tenant revenue, and rent-related financial reviews.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Marcos, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31 - 36 USD / Hourly
A mission-driven organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to support financial reporting, account reconciliations, and grant-related accounting activities. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys technical accounting work and wants to contribute to an organization where accurate financial management supports meaningful community programs.The successful candidate will partner with the finance team to maintain the general ledger, monitor program expenses, and ensure financial documentation is complete and audit-ready. Previous nonprofit experience is helpful, although candidates with strong general accounting fundamentals may also be considered.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and selected program-related accounts.</li><li>Assist with monthly financial statements and management reporting.</li><li>Track program expenses against approved budgets and funding allocations.</li><li>Help maintain grant expenditure schedules and supporting documentation.</li><li>Review invoices and expense reports for appropriate coding and approvals.</li><li>Assist with budget-to-actual analysis and investigate material variances.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Prepare documentation for annual audits and grant compliance reviews.</li><li>Coordinate with program managers to obtain missing financial information.</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records and support improvements to financial procedures.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Vista, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33 - 41 USD / Hourly
A growing manufacturing company is looking for a Staff Accountant to support general ledger accounting, production-related financial analysis, and month-end close. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys digging into the numbers, understanding how operational activity impacts financial performance, and helping leadership maintain reliable financial reporting.Working alongside the accounting manager and operations team, you will help reconcile accounts, investigate variances, and maintain accurate records related to inventory and production costs.Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, prepaids, depreciation, and other general ledger activity.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and research unusual fluctuations.</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close activities.</li><li>Review inventory transactions and assist with inventory reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing costs, production variances, and cost-of-goods-sold activity.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.</li><li>Review expense allocations and verify appropriate general ledger coding.</li><li>Prepare financial schedules and supporting reports for management.</li><li>Assist with audit requests and maintain documentation for financial controls.</li><li>Partner with operations and purchasing to investigate inventory or cost discrepancies.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures and reporting accuracy.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing medical device company is looking for a Staff Accountant to support general ledger activities, monthly financial close, and financial reporting. This opportunity is well suited to an accounting professional who enjoys understanding the full picture behind financial statements and wants exposure to a regulated, detail-oriented industry. Working alongside the accounting manager and finance team, you’ll help maintain accurate financial records, investigate variances, and ensure transactions are recorded in the correct period. Experience in manufacturing, medical devices, or inventory-based accounting is a plus. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, depreciation, and other general ledger activity.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate unusual variances.</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Maintain supporting schedules for fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities.</li><li>Review expense transactions and verify appropriate account coding.</li><li>Assist with inventory-related reconciliations and cost-of-goods-sold analysis.</li><li>Prepare account analysis and financial reports for management review.</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable reconciliations as needed.</li><li>Gather documentation for external audits and internal financial reviews.</li><li>Identify discrepancies and work with other departments to resolve accounting issues.</li><li>Help improve documentation, close procedures, and reporting accuracy.</li></ul>
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
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. Responsibilities: • Prepare journal entries, accruals, and other supporting schedules to facilitate an accurate and efficient monthly close process. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank activity, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner and maintaining clear documentation. • Review profit and loss results, identify unusual fluctuations, and research underlying causes to support management reporting. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to help ensure financial records are complete, organized, and accurate. • Contribute to financial analysis efforts by compiling data, evaluating trends, and assisting with reporting requests. • Support ad hoc accounting assignments and special projects as business needs arise within the finance team.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
34 - 36 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their team in an on-site role. This position is ideal for an accounting professional with strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of general ledger accounting, and experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reconciliations, and assisting with day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and able to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other financial records</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed</li><li>Prepare financial reports and assist with variance analysis</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation</li><li>Research and resolve accounting discrepancies</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to support financial operations</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Diego, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
42 - 44 USD / Hourly
Our client, a mission-driven organization in the nonprofit industry, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team. This position is ideal for an accounting professional with strong general ledger experience, month-end close expertise, and the ability to support accurate financial reporting in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity</li><li>Lead or support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare financial statements and assist with internal and external reporting</li><li>Analyze variances and research accounting discrepancies</li><li>Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and provide requested documentation</li><li>Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other day-to-day accounting activities as needed</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and applicable reporting requirements</li><li>Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to support organizational financial operations</li></ul>
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 42 USD / Hourly
Our client, a growing company in the technology industry, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in an on-site capacity. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys owning key areas of the month-end close and financial reporting process. The Senior Accountant will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance, and partnering with internal teams to strengthen accounting operations. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage general ledger activity and prepare journal entries.</li><li>Lead and support month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet and bank accounts and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules.</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Support audit requests and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.</li><li>Review account activity for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to support reporting and process improvements.</li><li>Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Diego, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
57 - 66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a non-profit organization in San Diego, California through a Contract engagement expected to last approximately 90 days. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial reporting, managing fund-based accounting activity, and helping the organization navigate year-end priorities in a government-funded environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to work onsite four days per week while partnering closely with finance operations and organizational stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Lead month-end close activities, ensuring timely completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger reviews. • Oversee daily accounting operations and provide direction to a small finance team that includes staff accountants, a finance specialist, and accounts payable support. • Maintain accurate accounting for restricted and unrestricted funding sources, with careful attention to compliance requirements tied to government-supported programs. • Prepare and review account reconciliations and bank reconciliations to resolve discrepancies and strengthen financial accuracy. • Support fiscal year-end activities for the June 30 close, including reporting preparation and review of key balances. • Use Abila MIP and related finance systems to manage accounting records, reporting workflows, and budget-related financial information. • Partner with internal stakeholders to monitor fund activity, expenses, and financial performance across programs and departments. • Contribute to finance process continuity during a transitional period by helping maintain stable accounting operations and documentation.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Del Mar, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
43 - 46 USD / Hourly
Our client, a mission-driven organization in the nonprofit industry, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in an on-site capacity. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting an organization’s financial health and mission. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the month-end close process, and helping ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other key financial records.</li><li>Prepare financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Assist with budget tracking, grant reporting, and fund accounting activities.</li><li>Monitor restricted and unrestricted funds to ensure proper accounting treatment.</li><li>Support annual audit preparation and respond to auditor requests.</li><li>Review transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal controls.</li><li>Partner with internal departments to support reporting and financial operations.</li><li>Assist with process improvements and special accounting projects as needed.</li></ul>
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 128000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead financial operations for a non-profit organization in San Diego, California. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring compliance with grant, contract, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, deep accounting knowledge, and the ability to support sound financial decision-making across the organization. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to deliver timely and reliable financial reports. • Oversee the daily performance, upkeep, and improvement of accounting systems to support efficient financial operations. • Maintain the general ledger structure, chart of accounts, cost allocation methods, and fixed asset records in alignment with non-profit and regulatory standards. • Design, implement, and monitor accounting policies and procedures that reinforce internal controls and proper separation of responsibilities. • Review financial activity to confirm accuracy, proper documentation, and protection of organizational assets. • Partner with external auditors and funding agencies by preparing schedules, records, and supporting materials for annual audits and grant or contract reviews. • Ensure all required tax filings and government reports are completed accurately and submitted on schedule. • Produce financial statements, cash flow analyses, budget-to-actual comparisons, aging reports, and other management reports as needed. • Lead departmental planning, budgeting, and process improvements while supervising, developing, and retaining accounting staff. • Build collaborative relationships across departments and with external partners, while keeping the team informed of evolving accounting standards and compliance requirements.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

El Cajon, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations and project accounting for assigned business units in San Diego, California. This role partners closely with operational leaders to deliver accurate reporting, strengthen financial controls, and support sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong construction accounting expertise, a hands-on approach to month-end close, and the ability to guide a team while maintaining high standards for accuracy and accountability. Responsibilities:• Supervise and mentor accounting team members, set clear expectations, prioritize workload, and review deliverables to ensure timely and accurate results.• Act as a key accounting partner to business leaders and project teams by providing dependable financial insight while upholding strong accounting judgment and compliance standards.• Manage the monthly work-in-progress review for assigned entities, verifying contract data, project costs, change orders, billings, retention activity, and revenue recognition in accordance with applicable guidance.• Evaluate cost forecasts and project assumptions, investigate unusual shifts in margin or performance, and raise concerns when estimates are not adequately supported.• Oversee project accounting records, including job creation, cost coding, contract updates, budget revisions, billing activity, retention tracking, and closeout accuracy.• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, intercompany balancing, and review of supporting documentation.• Collaborate with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, compliance, and operations teams to resolve discrepancies, confirm proper cutoffs, and maintain accurate financial classification.• Monitor cash flow drivers such as collections, billing schedules, retention, subcontractor commitments, and payroll needs, and escalate significant financial risks when necessary.• Strengthen accounting operations by developing internal controls, standardizing procedures across assigned companies, and supporting audits and external financial information requests.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

San Diego, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
66.5 - 77 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller-level consultant to provide immediate leadership and support during a transition within the accounting organization. This is a hands-on role that will oversee the day-to-day accounting function while managing a team responsible for transactional accounting and month-end close activities. Key Responsibilities Lead daily accounting operations, including: Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable General Ledger Fixed Assets Month-end close Manage and mentor a team of five accounting professionals, including senior accountants and AP/AR staff. Serve as the primary point of contact for accounting team questions, issue resolution, and escalations. Support month-end close analysis and review of financial results. Review and approve payroll processing. Assist with technical accounting matters, including lease accounting (ASC 842) and other complex journal entries as needed. Support audit requests, audit schedules, and related documentation. Ensure an efficient close process within a fast-paced reporting environment. Qualifications Public company accounting experience required. Prior experience as an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or Controller. Experience managing accounting staff and overseeing month-end close processes. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and lease accounting (ASC 842). ERP experience required; NetSuite experience strongly preferred. Candidates with Oracle, SAP, or other large ERP platform experience will also be considered. Ability to quickly assess processes, provide leadership, and contribute in a hands-on capacity. Engagement Details Title: Interim Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller Duration: Approximately 4-5 months, with potential for adjustment based on hiring timelines Start Date: ASAP Work Arrangement: Hybrid, onsite three days per week (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday) Reporting To: Controller This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned accounting consultant who enjoys stepping into critical leadership roles and driving a high-performing accounting function during periods of transition.
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Senior Project Accountant

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
60 - 65 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is seeking a Senior Project Accountant Consultant to support a growing construction organization. This is a highly hands-on role for an accounting professional who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and actively managing the day-to-day project accounting function. The consultant will work closely with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate project financials, timely month-end close activities, and proper accounting for construction projects. Responsibilities • Perform day-to-day project accounting activities for assigned construction projects. • Maintain and analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules to ensure project financials are complete and accurate. • Prepare and review Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting calculations and support project profitability reporting. • Review project costs and job coding to ensure expenses are properly recorded and allocated. • Perform detailed invoice reviews, validating subcontractor and vendor invoices against contracts, purchase orders, change orders, and project budgets. • Understanding of AIA billings and the process • Prepare and review monthly accruals and cut-off entries to ensure revenue and expenses are recognized in the proper accounting period. • Perform account and project-related reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed. • Support month-end close activities including journal entries, account analyses, and financial reporting. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. • Previous roles at a publicly traded company/SOX • 5+ years of accounting experience with significant experience in construction or project accounting. • Strong experience with WIP reporting, Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting, job costing, and project financial analysis. • Experience preparing and recording accruals, cut-off entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. • Experience reviewing construction-related invoices, subcontractor billings, and project cost documentation. • Working knowledge of AIA billing and construction accounting practices. • Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting controls. • Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems. • Ability to identify issues, investigate discrepancies, and resolve problems independently. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with project teams and accounting leadership. Consultant Profile The ideal consultant is a hands-on project accountant who enjoys executing the work, not just reviewing it. This individual is comfortable owning project accounting responsibilities from transaction processing through month-end close and can quickly step into a fast-paced construction environment. Success in this role requires strong experience with WIP, POC accounting, invoice reviews, reconciliations, accruals, cut-off procedures, and project cost analysis, along with the ability to partner effectively with project managers and operations teams.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Construction Accountant

Vista, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35 - 42 USD / Hourly
A growing construction company is looking for a Construction Accountant to help manage project financials, monitor job costs, and keep accounting records aligned with active construction schedules. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working closely with project managers and operations teams rather than focusing exclusively on traditional general ledger duties.The right candidate will understand how labor, materials, subcontractor costs, and change orders affect project profitability. Experience in commercial construction, specialty contracting, or job-cost accounting is highly desirable.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintain project-level financial records and job-cost schedules.</li><li>Review subcontractor invoices, purchase orders, and vendor bills for accurate project coding.</li><li>Track committed costs, change orders, retainage, and project expenditures.</li><li>Reconcile job-cost reports against the general ledger and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with progress billing, customer invoicing, and accounts receivable follow-up.</li><li>Monitor subcontractor documentation and coordinate invoice approvals with project managers.</li><li>Prepare cost-to-budget reports and flag potential project overruns.</li><li>Record journal entries, accruals, and month-end adjustments.</li><li>Assist with monthly financial close and project profitability reporting.</li><li>Maintain documentation for audits, project reviews, and financial reporting.</li><li>Coordinate with operations and estimating teams to resolve cost allocation questions.</li></ul>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Director of Financial Reporting

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Direct the end-to-end preparation, review, and submission of periodic and event-driven public filings, including annual, quarterly, current, and proxy reporting documents. • Lead the reporting calendar from initial drafting through final issuance, ensuring all disclosures are complete, accurate, and submitted on schedule. • Improve and maintain financial statement disclosures within reporting tools such as ActiveDisclosure to support consistency, clarity, and compliance. • Act as the primary subject matter expert for technical accounting matters by researching complex issues, documenting conclusions, and preparing formal accounting position papers. • Assess the accounting treatment for financing arrangements, equity activity, stock-based compensation, and other significant business transactions. • Oversee compliance and internal control documentation efforts, while collaborating with internal teams and external advisors to strengthen the control environment. • Identify and implement opportunities to automate workflows, reduce manual tasks, and enhance reporting accuracy through technology and process optimization. • Support modernization initiatives, including accounting system enhancements such as the transition from QuickBooks to NetSuite. • Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, while partnering closely with Finance, Legal, Clinical Operations, external auditors, and executive leadership.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Escondido, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is hiring an Accounting Clerk for a busy distribution company in Escondido! This position is ideal for someone who enjoys detail-oriented work, keeping financial records accurate, and helping an accounting department stay on top of daily transactions. You'll focus on cash applications and accounts receivable support while working with customer service and sales teams to research payment discrepancies.The company is looking for a reliable professional who can manage repetitive tasks without losing accuracy, communicate clearly when information is missing, and take ownership of outstanding items. What You'll Do:<ul><li>Apply customer payments to the correct invoices and accounts.</li><li>Enter checks, ACH payments, and electronic remittances into the accounting system.</li><li>Review remittance details and investigate unapplied or unidentified cash.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer account records and payment documentation.</li><li>Assist with daily deposit tracking and cash receipt reporting.</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and identify duplicate or missing payments.</li><li>Help prepare accounts receivable aging reports.</li><li>Communicate with customer service and sales teams to resolve payment questions.</li><li>Research short payments, credit memos, and invoice discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with invoice copies, account statements, and customer account updates.</li><li>Maintain organized electronic records for cash receipts and supporting documentation.</li><li>Support month-end close by confirming payment postings and outstanding balances.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Encinitas, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
23 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day finance operations for a Contract position based in Encinitas, California. This role focuses on accurate financial data entry, invoice handling, sales and deposit verification, and organized recordkeeping across multiple accounting activities. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with high-volume transactions, maintaining documentation integrity, and collaborating with finance and people teams to keep records current and reliable. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices by assigning proper coding, matching supporting purchase and receiving documents, and escalating discrepancies for review.• Maintain a timely accounts payable workflow to help ensure vendors are paid according to established terms.• Record and validate daily sales, deposits, and gratuity information, comparing reported figures with bank activity for each location.• Identify and report financial variances that exceed established thresholds on the day they are discovered.• Update and maintain vendor records, including tax documentation, payment terms, and remittance information.• Review employee expense submissions and mileage reimbursements for coding accuracy and policy compliance.• Assemble bank and credit card reconciliation support files for leadership review and complete assigned month-end close tasks on schedule.• Organize digital financial records, retrieve supporting documents for audit and compliance requests, and preserve a clear audit trail for every transaction.• Provide additional administrative and finance support as needed while maintaining accurate time reporting.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Poway, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
22.5 - 25 USD / Hourly
Our client, a growing company in the biotechnology industry, is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join their team in an on-site capacity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys supporting day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced environment. The Accounting Clerk will assist with a variety of accounting and administrative tasks, helping to ensure accurate financial records and efficient processing of transactions. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.</li><li>Reconcile invoices, vendor statements, and customer accounts.</li><li>Assist with data entry, account coding, and maintaining financial records.</li><li>Support billing, payment posting, and expense tracking activities.</li><li>Prepare and distribute invoices and follow up on outstanding payments as needed.</li><li>Maintain organized accounting files and documentation.</li><li>Assist with month-end close and reporting support.</li><li>Respond to internal and external inquiries related to accounting transactions.</li><li>Perform other administrative and accounting support duties as assigned.</li></ul>
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

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