<p>A busy organization supporting <strong>construction and government-funded projects</strong> is seeking a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to take ownership of complex accounting activities and help maintain strong financial controls.</p><p>This role is perfect for an experienced accountant who enjoys working in a project-based environment where <strong>job costs, contracts, billing, budgets, compliance, and financial reporting</strong> all come together.</p><p>You'll have significant visibility across the organization and will work closely with project managers, operations, leadership, and external partners.</p><p><strong>What You'll Own</strong></p><ul><li>Manage monthly close activities and prepare complex journal entries</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and research discrepancies</li><li>Monitor project-related revenue, expenses, and job costs</li><li>Review project budgets against actual expenditures</li><li>Analyze job-cost reports and investigate variances</li><li>Support contract billing and ensure invoices align with contractual requirements</li><li>Assist with government contract accounting and documentation</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reporting</li><li>Monitor accounts receivable and assist with collections related to project billing</li><li>Review subcontractor and vendor invoices for proper coding and approval</li><li>Maintain schedules for prepaid expenses, accruals, fixed assets, and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Support external audits and government compliance reviews</li><li>Strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls</li><li>Work with project managers to improve financial visibility and profitability</li><li>Identify accounting discrepancies before they become larger issues</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in San Diego, California. This role will oversee core accounting operations, support an accurate and efficient close cycle, and strengthen processes across payables, payroll, and intercompany activity. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and a process-minded approach to improving reporting and controls.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct accounting for operating expenditures and cost of revenue, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in the proper period.<br>• Prepare, analyze, and approve journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations as part of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle.<br>• Administer accounting for prepaid assets, fixed assets, depreciation, leases, and accrued obligations while maintaining complete supporting records.<br>• Oversee the full procure-to-pay workflow, including vendor setup, invoice processing, payment coordination, and enhancement of approval procedures through automation tools.<br>• Partner with FP&A and finance leadership to explain budget-versus-actual results and contribute to management reporting deliverables.<br>• Manage payroll accounting activities by recording payroll entries, reconciling liabilities, maintaining allocation logic, and improving visibility into labor-related costs.<br>• Handle intercompany accounting across multiple entities, including invoicing, allocations, settlements, reconciliations, and foreign currency-related entries.<br>• Support accounting systems optimization by participating in data migration, testing, documentation, workflow design, and internal control improvements.<br>• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation, respond to external audit requests, and help maintain readiness across assigned accounting areas.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities in San Diego, California. This role combines payables, receivables, cash activity, and general ledger support, with a strong focus on accuracy, organization, and timely follow-through. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing high-volume transactional work while contributing to month-end close, reporting, and ongoing process enhancements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee end-to-end invoice processing for several entities, including reviewing documentation, confirming approvals, assigning accounting codes, and entering transactions into the financial system.<br>• Reconcile vendor accounts, investigate billing issues, and coordinate with suppliers to resolve discrepancies while maintaining accurate vendor records and payment details.<br>• Execute scheduled disbursements through check, ACH, and wire transfer, and prepare aging reports and supporting files to keep payables current and audit ready.<br>• Review employee expense submissions and corporate card activity for policy compliance, receipt support, proper coding, and timely resolution of exceptions.<br>• Record daily cash activity, complete cash reconciliations, verify deposits, and post journal entries to the appropriate general ledger accounts.<br>• Assist with month-end accounting by preparing reconciliations, gathering bank documentation, and supporting financial activity across multiple legal entities.<br>• Generate customer invoices, maintain accounts receivable records, monitor incoming payments through custodian platforms, and follow up on outstanding balances to improve collections.<br>• Provide backup support for advisory fee billing, including processing fees, handling adjustments or reversals, preparing related reports, and assisting with reconciliations.<br>• Maintain tracking reports and spreadsheet-based schedules, compile documentation for audits, and contribute to process improvements, special projects, and system-related initiatives.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Produce monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple entities, ensuring completeness and accuracy in routine reporting.<br>• Record period-end accruals, prepaid expense activity, and other adjusting entries needed to close each accounting cycle properly.<br>• Post and examine journal entries while reconciling balance sheet accounts to maintain an accurate general ledger.<br>• Contribute to the annual budgeting process and help assemble financial projections for upcoming periods.<br>• Develop pro forma models for new initiatives and evaluate projected performance through financial analysis.<br>• Conduct comparative market reviews, including rate and cost assessments, to support pricing and operational decision-making.<br>• Prepare port rent reporting, calculate related accruals, and ensure amounts are reflected correctly in the accounting records.<br>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice entry, weekly payment processing, cash application, and deposit preparation.<br>• Complete required quarterly and annual filings for government agencies and assist with lease, tenant revenue, and rent-related financial reviews.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the accounts receivable process from invoice generation through payment posting, applying cash accurately and following up on outstanding customer balances.<br>• Carry out routine collection efforts and work closely with customers and internal teams to encourage timely payment resolution.<br>• Coordinate with Sales to investigate billing questions, address account issues, and resolve discrepancies affecting customer invoices.<br>• Match purchase orders, receiving records, and supplier invoices to confirm completeness and accuracy before payment processing.<br>• Administer accounts payable activities, including weekly payment runs, manual disbursements, check distribution, and electronic payments such as ACH and wire transactions.<br>• Review employee expense submissions for policy compliance and process approved reimbursements in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare bank, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reconciliations each month and assist with journal entries and account analysis during period-end close.<br>• Compile aging and balance reports for customers and vendors, track unbilled liabilities, manage prepayment amortization schedules, and maintain tax and vendor documentation.<br>• 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.
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative finance team in California. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys working across core financial processes while maintaining accuracy in day-to-day transactions. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to timely reporting, support month-end activities, and help strengthen internal accounting operations as responsibilities continue to be brought in-house.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage vendor invoices, payment processing, and related accounts payable activity to ensure obligations are handled accurately and on schedule.<br>• Assist with receivables by preparing billing, monitoring outstanding balances, and following up on collection matters as needed.<br>• Complete bank account reconciliations and support the review of balance sheet accounts during regular closing cycles.<br>• Post journal entries and help preserve the accuracy of general ledger records across multiple accounting areas.<br>• Contribute to month-end close by preparing schedules, organizing supporting data, and helping finalize financial results.<br>• Partner with the accounting team to promote reliable financial reporting and consistent recordkeeping practices.<br>• Research variances and accounting issues, then work toward timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Maintain well-organized financial files and supporting documentation to improve audit readiness and internal reference.<br>• Provide support for special accounting assignments, including work tied to expanding internally managed accounting functions.
<p>A San Diego-based engineering organization supporting government and commercial projects is seeking a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join its growing finance team.</p><p>This position is a great fit for an accountant who wants exposure to <strong>general accounting, project financials, government contracts, and financial reporting</strong> without stepping immediately into a Senior Accountant role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with monthly close and year-end close activities</li><li>Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries</li><li>Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, prepaid, accrual, and other accounts</li><li>Assist with project and contract accounting</li><li>Review project expenses for appropriate coding</li><li>Track and reconcile project-related costs</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed</li><li>Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate unusual transactions</li><li>Assist with government contract reporting and documentation</li><li>Support annual audits and financial reviews</li><li>Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Help maintain internal accounting controls</li><li>Identify discrepancies and work with internal teams to resolve them</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a financial services organization in San Diego, California during a high-volume period of accounting and reporting activity. This Long-term Contract position will focus on lending-related accounting, close management, reconciliations, and financial reporting, while helping deliver accurate and timely insight to business leaders. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound analytical judgment, and prior experience within banking, lending, mortgage, or a broader financial services environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee accounting treatment for loan portfolio activity, including new funding, payoffs, charge-offs, recoveries, accrued interest, and related journal entry preparation and review.<br>• Manage accounting for deferred loan fees and direct costs by tracking balances, validating amortization, and ensuring accurate ongoing reporting.<br>• Contribute to monthly and quarterly close cycles by preparing reconciliations, reviewing supporting schedules, and helping meet reporting deadlines.<br>• Compare general ledger balances to loan servicing data, investigate discrepancies, and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.<br>• Evaluate changes in account activity through variance analysis and trend reviews covering interest income, reserves, portfolio movement, and other lending metrics.<br>• Assist with credit loss and reserve reporting by preparing analyses, reconciliations, and documentation that support management review.<br>• Examine asset quality indicators such as delinquencies, nonperforming loans, recoveries, and charge-offs to provide meaningful portfolio insights.<br>• Respond to internal and external audit requests by gathering support, explaining accounting positions, and maintaining organized documentation.<br>• Recommend and implement improvements to close, reconciliation, and reporting workflows, including work involving Oracle ERP and Jack Henry where applicable.<br>• Support special projects and ad hoc financial analysis requests in partnership with accounting and finance leadership.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to deliver timely and reliable financial reports.<br>• Oversee the daily performance, upkeep, and improvement of accounting systems to support efficient financial operations.<br>• Maintain the general ledger structure, chart of accounts, cost allocation methods, and fixed asset records in alignment with non-profit and regulatory standards.<br>• Design, implement, and monitor accounting policies and procedures that reinforce internal controls and proper separation of responsibilities.<br>• Review financial activity to confirm accuracy, proper documentation, and protection of organizational assets.<br>• Partner with external auditors and funding agencies by preparing schedules, records, and supporting materials for annual audits and grant or contract reviews.<br>• Ensure all required tax filings and government reports are completed accurately and submitted on schedule.<br>• Produce financial statements, cash flow analyses, budget-to-actual comparisons, aging reports, and other management reports as needed.<br>• Lead departmental planning, budgeting, and process improvements while supervising, developing, and retaining accounting staff.<br>• Build collaborative relationships across departments and with external partners, while keeping the team informed of evolving accounting standards and compliance requirements.
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 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>A GREAT ROLE FOR THE ACCOUNTANT WHO WANTS MORE THAN TRANSACTIONAL WORK.</p><p>A growing technology company in <strong>Rancho Bernardo</strong> is adding an <strong>Accounting Specialist</strong> to its corporate accounting team. This position will work across general ledger activity, reconciliations, close support, reporting, and accounting operations.</p><p>You'll have the opportunity to work closely with the Senior Accounting team while gaining exposure to several areas of the business. The ideal candidate is someone who can independently manage their workload, catch inconsistencies, and isn't afraid to dig into a number that doesn't make sense.</p><p><strong>WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Complete monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Maintain supporting schedules for assigned accounts</li><li>Review general ledger transactions for accuracy</li><li>Research discrepancies and make necessary corrections</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting reports</li><li>Assist with intercompany transactions</li><li>Review expense activity and supporting documentation</li><li>Support audit and tax requests</li><li>Maintain organized accounting files</li><li>Assist with process improvement initiatives</li><li>Provide backup support across the accounting department</li><li>Handle special projects assigned by Accounting leadership</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to support a range of tax compliance and preparation activities for individuals and businesses. This position is well suited for someone who can manage multiple return types, apply current tax regulations accurately, and maintain strong organization throughout the filing process. The ideal candidate brings sound technical tax knowledge, a careful approach to financial data, and the ability to deliver timely, accurate work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review tax filings for individuals, corporations, and partnerships while ensuring accuracy and completeness.<br>• Manage income tax return preparation from initial documentation through final submission in accordance with applicable regulations.<br>• Handle sales and use tax reporting responsibilities and maintain compliance with jurisdictional requirements.<br>• Analyze financial records and supporting documents to determine proper tax treatment and identify reporting issues.<br>• Maintain organized tax workpapers, schedules, and supporting files to support audits, filings, and internal review.<br>• Apply tax accounting principles to assist with calculations, reconciliations, and reporting obligations across client or business entities.<br>• Communicate with stakeholders to gather missing information, clarify tax positions, and help keep filing deadlines on track.
Senior Project Accountant Consultant<br><br>Robert Half Management Resources is seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant Consultant to support a growing construction organization. This consultant will serve as a key member of the accounting team, providing hands-on project accounting support, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, improving processes, and partnering closely with project managers and operational leaders. The ideal candidate will bring strong construction accounting experience, audit support expertise, and the ability to quickly step into a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities<br>Oversee project accounting activities for assigned construction projects, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and GAAP.<br>Partner with Project Managers and operational stakeholders to provide financial insights, resolve accounting issues, and support project success.<br>Review contracts and understand project-specific accounting requirements, billing terms, and financial obligations.<br>Prepare and support interim and year-end audit requests, maintaining thorough and accurate documentation.<br>Review and track preliminary notices, lien waivers, and subcontractor compliance documentation.<br>Prepare and review AIA billings and supporting schedules.<br>Process and monitor subcontractor payments, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.<br>Review project cost coding and validate vendor and subcontractor invoices.<br>Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis.<br>Assist with sales tax and job cost-related accruals in accordance with applicable regulations.<br>Support accounts receivable activities, including billing reconciliation and cash application.<br>Identify opportunities to streamline and improve project accounting processes, reporting, and controls.<br>Ensure adherence to month-end, quarter-end, and annual reporting deadlines.<br>Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff as needed.<br>Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned.<br>Qualifications<br>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.<br>5+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years of construction or project accounting experience.<br>Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting controls.<br>Experience supporting interim and year-end external audits.<br>Experience working in publicly traded or SOX-compliant environments preferred.<br>Proven experience with project accounting, job costing, progress billing, and subcontractor management.<br>Working knowledge of AIA billing requirements.<br>Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems.<br>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.<br>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.<br>Excellent communication and business partnering abilities.<br>CPA, CMA, or CCIFP designation preferred.<br>Consultant Profile<br><br>The successful consultant will be a hands-on accounting professional who can quickly learn the organization's processes, support project accounting operations, improve efficiencies, and provide accurate financial reporting. This individual will thrive in a dynamic construction environment and effectively partner with both finance and project management teams to ensure timely and accurate financial execution.<br><br>Location: San Diego, CA (onsite preferred) or Remote within Pacific or Central Time Zones<br><br>Engagement Type: Consultant / Contract Engagement through Robert Half Management Resources.
We are looking for an experienced Audit Senior to join a public accounting team serving clients in Carlsbad, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage assurance engagements from planning through completion while maintaining strong client relationships and high-quality deliverables. The successful candidate will bring sound technical accounting knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to balance multiple deadlines in a client-focused environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct audit, review, and assurance engagements for a range of clients, including community associations, while ensuring quality and consistency throughout the process.<br>• Organize engagement plans, coordinate fieldwork, and drive assignments through completion in alignment with applicable standards.<br>• Develop and examine audit documentation, financial reports, and note disclosures to support accurate and compliant reporting.<br>• Assess internal control environments, identify operational gaps, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen financial processes.<br>• Investigate complex accounting and audit matters and apply appropriate guidance to support well-reasoned conclusions.<br>• Present observations, conclusions, and improvement recommendations clearly to clients and firm leadership.<br>• Oversee entry-level team members by assigning work, providing guidance, and reviewing deliverables for accuracy and completeness.<br>• Build and maintain strong client partnerships by delivering responsive service and managing expectations effectively.<br>• Monitor engagement timelines and budgets to help ensure projects are delivered efficiently and on schedule.<br>• Contribute to proposal development and support broader growth efforts within the audit practice.
<p>A growing real estate organization is looking for a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join its finance team and support the accounting operations of a diverse property portfolio.</p><p>This is a strong opportunity for an accountant who wants broader exposure to <strong>general ledger accounting, property-level financials, reconciliations, and month-end close</strong>.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close</li><li>Maintain accurate general ledger accounts</li><li>Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts</li><li>Review property-level income and expenses</li><li>Assist with tenant-related accounting activity</li><li>Record recurring expenses, accruals, and prepaid expenses</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with monthly financial statements</li><li>Analyze variances between budget and actual results</li><li>Support AP and AR teams as needed</li><li>Prepare supporting schedules for management reporting</li><li>Assist with annual audits and tax-related requests</li><li>Research unusual transactions and accounting discrepancies</li><li>Maintain organized financial documentation</li><li>Assist with accounting process improvements</li></ul>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounting activity for grant-funded programs, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and align with applicable funding requirements.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger integrity, and support timely month-end close procedures.<br>• Monitor grant budgets, track expenditures against approved funding, and assist with financial planning for current and upcoming awards.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet and grant-related accounts, including bank reconciliations, to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records.<br>• Produce financial reports and supporting schedules for internal stakeholders and external funding sources as needed.<br>• Review accounting processes for compliance with GAAP and organization-specific grant guidelines within a government, nonprofit, or Tribal environment.<br>• Partner with program and finance teams to clarify spending activity, document allocations, and strengthen financial accountability across grant programs.
<p>AR / Accounting Assistant – Temp-to-Hire</p><p>Robert Half is seeking an <strong>AR / Accounting Assistant</strong> for a temp-to-hire opportunity with an established manufacturing company. This position is a great fit for someone with <strong>1–2 years of accounting experience</strong> who is looking to continue developing their skills in a hands-on accounting environment. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist with day-to-day accounts receivable and accounting functions</li><li>Process customer invoices, payments, and cash receipts</li><li>Post and apply payments to customer accounts</li><li>Assist with account reconciliations and research outstanding balances</li><li>Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on past-due invoices</li><li>Assist with billing and resolving customer account discrepancies</li><li>Enter and maintain accounting data accurately within SAP</li><li>Support month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Assist with general ledger and other accounting tasks as needed</li><li>Communicate with customers and internal teams regarding billing and payment questions</li><li>Maintain organized and accurate accounting records</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading <strong>aerospace company</strong> seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Administrative Assistant to provide direct support to the <strong>CEO and President</strong>. This is a high-visibility role for a polished professional who can anticipate executive needs, manage competing priorities, and operate with a high level of discretion.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-level administrative support to the CEO and President</li><li>Manage complex calendars, scheduling, meetings, and appointments</li><li>Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements and itineraries</li><li>Prepare and format presentations, reports, correspondence, and executive documents</li><li>Coordinate executive meetings, including agendas, materials, and follow-up items</li><li>Handle confidential and sensitive company information with discretion</li><li>Serve as a key point of contact for internal teams, clients, vendors, and external partners</li><li>Assist with special projects and executive-level initiatives</li><li>Track deadlines, action items, and follow-ups to ensure timely completion</li><li>Coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and leadership activities</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the executive leadership team as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A well-established <strong>manufacturing company in North County San Diego</strong> is adding a Cost Accountant to its finance team. This position is ideal for someone who understands that manufacturing accounting goes beyond the general ledger — you need to understand <strong>materials, labor, production, inventory, overhead, and margins</strong>.</p><p>You'll work directly with accounting, operations, purchasing, and production teams to ensure the company's costs are accurately captured and reported.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and analyze standard and actual product costs</li><li>Review material, labor, and manufacturing overhead costs</li><li>Perform inventory reconciliations and investigate variances</li><li>Analyze production costs and identify unusual fluctuations</li><li>Prepare monthly cost and inventory reports</li><li>Assist with standard cost updates and annual cost reviews</li><li>Calculate and analyze manufacturing variances</li><li>Review bills of materials and production-related financial data</li><li>Partner with operations to understand production efficiencies and cost drivers</li><li>Assist with month-end close, including inventory and cost-related journal entries</li><li>Support physical inventory counts and cycle-count analysis</li><li>Analyze gross margin by product, customer, or product line</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting related to production costs</li><li>Help improve costing procedures, reporting, and internal controls</li><li>Provide financial information to management to support pricing and operational decisions</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Cost Accountant – Education & Institutional Operations</strong></p><p>A growing education organization is looking for a <strong>Cost Accountant</strong> to bring structure, accuracy, and financial insight to its day-to-day accounting operations. This is a great opportunity for an accountant who enjoys working with <strong>budgets, program costs, reconciliations, and financial reporting</strong> and wants to be part of an organization with a mission-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>This role will work closely with finance and operational teams to understand where dollars are being spent, ensure expenses are properly allocated, and help leadership make informed financial decisions.</p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Track and analyze costs associated with educational programs, departments, and operational initiatives</li><li>Prepare monthly cost reports and investigate significant variances</li><li>Assist with annual budgeting and periodic forecasting</li><li>Reconcile general ledger accounts and supporting schedules</li><li>Review invoices and expenses for appropriate coding and departmental allocation</li><li>Analyze labor, supply, facility, and program-related expenses</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Maintain accurate cost and financial data within the accounting system</li><li>Prepare recurring financial reports for department leadership</li><li>Partner with non-finance teams to clarify expenses and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with audits by gathering schedules, documentation, and supporting detail</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy and accounting processes</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support program finance activities for a high-technology engineering environment in Carlsbad, California. This role works closely with program leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen cost visibility, improve forecast accuracy, and provide insight into program financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a proactive approach to risk identification, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear business recommendations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and ongoing refinement of estimates at completion by evaluating incurred costs and building forward-looking, time-phased cost projections.<br>• Assess program financial results against plans and forecasts, then communicate key drivers, trends, and variances to stakeholders in a timely manner.<br>• Partner with teams across program management, supply chain, accounting, operations, and engineering to support execution, resolve financial issues, and improve decision-making.<br>• Establish and maintain program cost baselines that align budget expectations with schedule performance across multiple programs.<br>• Produce recurring and on-demand financial reports using available data sources to support internal reviews and external reporting needs.<br>• Identify financial risks and favorable opportunities, recommend response strategies, and help drive actions that improve program outcomes.<br>• Support annual operating plans and forecast cycles by developing revenue, margin, and cost assumptions grounded in program data.<br>• Contribute financial expertise during proposal activity, audit support, fact-finding exercises, and negotiation preparation as needed.<br>• Provide guidance to less experienced analysts through work review, knowledge sharing, and coaching on financial practices and procedures.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a healthcare organization’s accounting team in San Diego, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and takes pride in maintaining accuracy throughout the payables process. The person in this role will help manage invoice activity, support vendor communications, and contribute to month-end accounting efforts while ensuring documentation and approvals are properly handled.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices with a high level of accuracy and enter payment details into the company’s accounting system.<br>• Assign invoices to the correct general ledger accounts and cost centers to support accurate financial reporting.<br>• Coordinate invoice review workflows by submitting items to accounting leadership for authorization and following up as needed.<br>• Verify that all required backup documentation and approvals are in place before invoices move forward for payment.<br>• Maintain organized vendor files and ensure account information and supporting records remain current.<br>• Investigate billing issues, help reconcile discrepancies, and respond to supplier questions in a timely manner.<br>• Assist with payment execution activities, including support for ACH transactions and check runs.<br>• Contribute to month-end close tasks and provide assistance on additional accounting projects when needed.
<p>A growing manufacturing company is adding an <strong>AP Specialist</strong> to its accounting department. This position will have significant interaction with purchasing, receiving, inventory, operations, and vendors, making it a great fit for someone who enjoys the operational side of accounting. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with <strong>three-way matching, purchase orders, inventory-related invoices, vendor reconciliations, and month-end close</strong>.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process invoices for raw materials, supplies, services, and operating expenses</li><li>Perform three-way matching between purchase orders, receipts, and invoices</li><li>Investigate pricing and quantity discrepancies</li><li>Maintain vendor master data</li><li>Prepare and process payment batches</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements</li><li>Monitor outstanding invoices and aging</li><li>Research duplicate payments and unapplied credits</li><li>Coordinate with purchasing and receiving to resolve invoice issues</li><li>Assist with month-end close and AP accruals</li><li>Prepare AP-related reports and reconciliations</li><li>Support annual audit requests</li><li>Assist with 1099 reporting</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation for all AP transactions</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline invoice processing</li></ul>
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a Contract position based in Solana Beach, California. This role focuses on accurate invoice handling, vendor account coordination, and financial record maintenance while working closely with internal teams. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with transaction review, and the ability to keep payables processes organized and compliant.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with internal departments to collect financial details, review supporting documentation, and clarify payment-related questions.<br>• Process incoming invoices from receipt through approval, coding, verification, and reconciliation to ensure timely and accurate payment.<br>• Review financial reports and account records to confirm balances, investigate inconsistencies, and validate posted transactions.<br>• Communicate with vendors to maintain account accuracy, coordinate payments, and resolve issues involving purchase orders, invoices, or remittances.<br>• Prepare payment adjustments such as purchase order updates and stop payment requests when needed.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable activity against the general ledger and help maintain accurate month-end records.<br>• Organize vendor documentation, including W-9 records, and assist with annual 1099 reporting requirements.<br>• Examine credit card statements for accuracy, audit transactions, and process related documentation in accordance with company procedures.<br>• Maintain financial files, support reporting activities, and carry out additional accounting-related duties as assigned.