<p>A growing construction company in North County San Diego is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations and lead a small accounting team. This role will be responsible for managing month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting support, and ensuring the accuracy of financial data across multiple projects and business units. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys both leadership and hands-on accounting responsibilities.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Accounting Leadership</p><ul><li>Supervise and mentor accounting staff including AP, AR, and Staff Accountants</li><li>Manage daily accounting operations and workflow priorities</li><li>Review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports</li><li>Establish and maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul><p>Financial Management</p><ul><li>Oversee month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements and management reports</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management</li><li>Coordinate annual audits and tax-related requests</li><li>Monitor project accounting and job cost reporting activities</li></ul><p>Process & Systems Management</p><ul><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards</li><li>Support ERP implementations, upgrades, and reporting enhancements</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead property accounting activities for a real estate portfolio in California. This role oversees close cycles, financial reporting, lease accounting review, and audit support while guiding a team of accountants. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to maintain accurate, timely reporting in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct month-end and quarter-end close activities for assigned real estate properties, ensuring deadlines are met and reporting is accurate.<br>• Examine journal entries, accruals, reserves, and balance sheet reconciliations to confirm completeness and compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Oversee lease accounting reviews and prepare technical accounting documentation to support conclusions and reporting treatment.<br>• Approve monthly property financial packages and analyze period-over-period variances to identify unusual trends or reporting issues.<br>• Coordinate audit support by preparing requested schedules, responding to auditor questions, and addressing information needs from senior leadership.<br>• Lead, coach, and monitor the accounting team’s daily work, including supervision of Project Accountants and overall workload management.<br>• Strengthen accounting operations by refining procedures, supporting internal controls, and contributing to policy and process improvements.<br>• Manage talent activities such as hiring, onboarding, performance feedback, training, and career development for accounting staff.<br>• Contribute to special projects and other ad hoc initiatives that support finance and property accounting objectives.
We are looking for a Corporate Accounting Manager to lead critical accounting operations supporting lease and capital activities for a hospitality organization in San Diego, California. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, guiding monthly close deliverables, and partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve accounting matters efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound leadership skills, and a continuous improvement mindset to strengthen controls, consistency, and reporting quality.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct lease and capital accounting operations, ensuring financial activity is recorded accurately, completely, and within required deadlines.<br>• Manage recurring financial workflows such as rent disbursements, sublease invoicing, percentage rent calculations, and franchise royalty billing.<br>• Oversee shared communications related to rent matters, respond to landlord and subtenant questions promptly, and drive follow-up through resolution.<br>• Lead the month-end close for lease and capital accounting by reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for quality and accuracy.<br>• Monitor data consistency between lease administration platforms and the general ledger, investigating and correcting variances when they arise.<br>• Assess routine lease accounting events under ASC 842, including modifications, remeasurements, and variable payment considerations, while elevating more complex issues as needed.<br>• Support accounting decisions related to fixed assets under ASC 360, including capitalization review, asset retirement activity, and policy application.<br>• Supervise, coach, and develop team members by setting priorities, providing training, and managing performance expectations.<br>• Coordinate audit preparation and maintain reliable internal controls across lease and capital accounting processes.<br>• Partner with teams including Real Estate, Development, Legal, AP/AR, FP&A, and Treasury to align on accounting treatment, resolve issues, and improve process efficiency.
We are looking for a Financial Reporting Manager to lead critical reporting and accounting activities for the organization in Chula Vista, California. This role oversees accurate financial reporting, supports compliance with government requirements, and strengthens internal controls across core fiscal operations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear guidance for stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the creation, review, and distribution of detailed financial, budget, statistical, and analytical reports that support organizational decision-making and fiscal oversight.<br>• Oversee the completion and timely submission of required financial filings and program reports in accordance with federal, state, and local deadlines.<br>• Direct key reporting cycles, including interim reporting, year-end actuals, and budget development submissions for state-related requirements.<br>• Manage the month-end close process by supervising reconciliations, reviewing account activity, and resolving reporting variances.<br>• Guide general ledger and accounting operations to promote accurate recordkeeping, strong controls, and consistent application of accounting standards.<br>• Evaluate cash flow projections and broader financial trends to identify risks, support planning, and improve reporting accuracy.<br>• Monitor district-wide financial activity for compliance with applicable laws, policies, regulations, and established accounting procedures.<br>• Strengthen internal control frameworks by assessing risk areas, recommending improvements, and implementing updated fiscal policies and procedures.<br>• Provide fiscal analysis, training, presentations, and technical guidance to leadership, staff, and external agencies on accounting and reporting matters.<br>• Supervise assigned team members, set performance expectations, and support ongoing development within the financial reporting function.
<p>A well-established government agency is seeking a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> for a <strong>5-month engagement</strong> to support year-end close and upcoming audit season. This role will play a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with governmental accounting standards.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post <strong>journal entries</strong> (recurring and adjusting)</li><li>Perform <strong>general ledger reconciliations</strong> and account analysis</li><li>Manage <strong>accounts payable (AP)</strong> and <strong>accounts receivable (AR)</strong> processes</li><li>Execute <strong>bank reconciliations</strong> and daily account balancing</li><li>Support <strong>monthly and year-end close</strong> (approx. 2-month close cycle)</li><li>Prepare and analyze <strong>accruals</strong> (including <strong>manual and energy-related accruals</strong>)</li><li>Assist with <strong>audit preparation</strong> (audit season begins in September)</li><li>Maintain and verify financial data accuracy across systems</li><li>Build and analyze data using <strong>pivot tables and advanced Excel functions</strong></li><li>Convert/format financial documents (<strong>PDF to Word/Excel</strong>) as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Tax Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Temecula, CA - Onsite</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> Based on experience</p><p><br></p><p>Our client, a reputable CPA firm in Temecula, is seeking a <strong>Tax Accountant</strong> to join their team in an onsite capacity. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with a strong foundation in tax preparation, compliance, and client service who is actively pursuing or has completed their CPA designation.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts</li><li>Review financial records, income statements, and documentation to ensure accurate tax reporting</li><li>Conduct tax research and stay current on tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements</li><li>Assist with tax planning strategies to help clients minimize liabilities and meet financial goals</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting tax workpapers</li><li>Respond to client inquiries and provide professional guidance on tax matters</li><li>Support audits, notices, and correspondence from taxing authorities</li><li>Collaborate with senior accountants, managers, and partners on client engagements</li><li>Ensure deadlines are met during busy tax seasons while maintaining accuracy and quality</li><li>Identify process improvements and assist with special projects as needed</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in <strong>Accounting</strong> required</li><li><strong>Actively pursuing CPA</strong> or <strong>CPA completed</strong> required</li><li>Experience in tax accounting, preferably within a CPA firm or public accounting environment</li><li>Strong knowledge of tax compliance, tax preparation, and accounting principles</li><li>Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Excel</li><li>Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p>Preferred Background</p><ul><li>Experience preparing returns for a variety of entity types</li><li>Familiarity with tax research tools and professional tax software</li><li>Ability to build strong client relationships and deliver high-quality service</li></ul><p>Why Join</p><ul><li>Opportunity to work with an established CPA firm</li><li>Collaborative and professional team environment</li><li>Career growth potential for accounting professionals committed to advancing in tax</li></ul><p><br></p>