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7 results for Compliance Director in Laguna Niguel, CA

Director of Accounting
  • San Diego, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 79.1635 - 91.663 USD / Hourly
  • Robert Half Management Resources is partnering with a San Diego-based, project-driven organization (construction-focused) seeking an interim Director of Project Accounting to step in and drive operational improvements, strengthen processes, and lead a high-performing team.<br>This is a 4–6 month engagement, with a heavier on-site presence upfront, transitioning to a more flexible/remote cadence over time.<br><br>Position Overview<br>Reporting to the SVP &amp; Controller, the Director of Project Accounting will lead and enhance project accounting operations, driving efficiency, accuracy, and cross-functional alignment. This leader will bring a strong blend of technical accounting expertise, operational leadership, and process improvement focus.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Strong focus on projects around Sales &amp; Use tax, Inventory, tariff compliance, unique project considerations (cancellations, customer bankruptcies)<br>Partner cross-functionally with Project Controls, Construction, and Operations to design and optimize accounting processes while ensuring strong internal controls<br>Lead month-end close for project accounting, including WIP, job cost accruals, reserves, underbillings, deferred revenue, and joint ventures<br>Support quarter-end flux / variance analysis tied to project performance<br>Oversee complex balance sheet reconciliations and non-standard journal entries<br>Manage, mentor, and review the work of the project accounting team<br>Assist in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP<br>Identify issues proactively and implement process improvements and operational efficiencies<br>Support audit readiness and coordination with external auditors<br>Assist with due diligence efforts and special projects as needed<br><br><br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance<br>10+ years of progressive accounting experience<br>Strong project-based accounting experience within construction or similar industries<br>Expertise in:<br><br>Revenue recognition (ASC 606)<br>Change orders, contracts, cost-to-complete estimates<br>WIP accounting, reserves, claims, and settlements<br><br><br>Experience in multi-entity and consolidated environments<br>Ability to manage multiple complex projects (Lump Sum, GMP, T&amp;M)<br>Experience overseeing audits and working with external auditors<br>Exposure to CMiC and/or Textura (ideal but not required)<br>CPA strongly preferred<br><br><br>Preferred Background<br><br>Construction industry with percentage-of-completion accounting<br>Big 4 or large public accounting experience<br>Strong Excel / MS Office skills<br><br><br>Engagement Details<br><br>Duration: 4–6 months<br>Location: San Diego (on-site preferred)<br>Flexibility: Open to candidates outside San Diego willing to travel upfront, with more remote flexibility over time
  • 2026-08-13T00:00:00Z
Director of Finance
  • Torrance, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 180000 - 230000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A growing organization in the events, hospitality, food &amp; beverage, and venue management industry is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead all accounting and financial operations. This executive-level role will partner with senior leadership to oversee financial planning, reporting, compliance, internal controls, and operational finance across multiple revenue-generating business units.</p><p>The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting expertise, operational finance leadership experience, and a proven ability to support high-volume, fast-paced environments. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, cash management, financial reporting, audit coordination, and strategic financial analysis that supports business growth and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p><strong>Financial Leadership &amp; Strategy</strong></p><ul><li>Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership.</li><li>Develop financial plans, forecasts, and business analyses to support organizational objectives.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to improve profitability and drive performance.</li><li>Present financial results, forecasts, and recommendations to leadership.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting &amp; Financial Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.</li><li>Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.</li><li>Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Manage reconciliations and coordinate external audits.</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting &amp; Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis.</li><li>Analyze revenue, labor, operating expenses, and profitability trends.</li><li>Develop financial models and reporting tools to support decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>Operational Finance Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial performance for event operations, food &amp; beverage programs, and venue-based revenue streams.</li><li>Monitor margins, labor costs, inventory controls, purchasing activity, and event profitability.</li><li>Collaborate with operations teams to improve financial accountability and performance.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance &amp; Controls</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain strong internal controls and financial policies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company standards.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and mitigate risk.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members.</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li></ul>
  • 2026-08-04T00:00:00Z
Commercial Compliance Analyst
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 47.5 - 52.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Commercial Lending Specialist to support commercial lending operations for a loan archiving and digitization project in Los Angeles, California. This is a Contract position within the Financial Services industry, focused on maintaining accurate loan administration, coordinating quality and accuracy of loan inputs, and helping ensure portfolio activity aligns with internal controls and credit agreement terms. The role contributes across the life cycle of commercial loans, from initial setup through ongoing servicing, while partnering with internal teams and external lending participants in a fast-moving environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage loan compliance and digitization for commercial loans, including revolving facilities, term debt, and other structured lending arrangements.</p><p>• Set up new loan deals in internal platforms by entering and validating borrower, facility, and lender information to support accurate onboarding.</p><p>• Update and monitor portfolio records such as commitments, participant allocations, payment activity, accrual-related details, and fee components.</p><p>• Review incoming borrower deliverables and track required notices, certificates, and reporting obligations defined in loan documentation.</p><p>• Work closely with credit, treasury, operations, legal contacts, borrowers, and participating institutions to ensure proper loan set up in the new lending platform.</p><p>• Organize and index loan files within digital records systems, ensuring executed agreements, amendments, and related documents are complete and easy to retrieve.</p><p>• Support reconciliations, audit requests, and recurring portfolio reporting by verifying data consistency across servicing records and internal systems.</p><p>• Provide broader operational assistance for special projects and additional loan servicing needs as business priorities evolve.</p>
  • 2026-08-06T00:00:00Z
Director of Accounting and Finance
  • Placentia, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 85 - 100 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an accomplished finance and accounting leader to support municipal operations in California. This Long-term Contract position will guide budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance activities while helping city leadership maintain a clear view of fiscal performance. The role is ideal for someone with deep public-sector accounting expertise who can strengthen controls, oversee core finance functions, and provide strategic direction across the department.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily operations across general ledger accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, and contract administration to ensure accurate and timely financial processing.</p><p>• Lead the development of the city’s annual budget by projecting revenue, expenditures, fund balance activity, and capital funding needs, while monitoring spending controls throughout the fiscal year.</p><p>• Provide leadership on accounting matters involving governmental reporting standards and fund-based financial management within a municipal environment.• Review monthly financial results and operating activity to evaluate the city’s financial condition and provide ongoing insight to leadership.</p><p>• Oversee fiscal year-end close activities, including reconciliation processes, preparation of financial statements, and completion of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.</p><p>• Set departmental objectives, assign priorities, establish timelines, and measure team performance against defined goals and service expectations.</p><p>• Assess financial policies, accounting workflows, and internal control practices, then recommend and implement improvements that support efficiency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.</p><p>• Examine financial documentation and authorize payments related to invoices, payroll, and other approved expenditures in accordance with established procedures.</p>
  • 2026-08-02T00:00:00Z
Director, Business Optimization (AP Audits)
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 123000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a strategic and entrepreneurial leader to guide an Accounts Payable recovery audit function in Santa Ana, California. This position is well suited for a senior audit specialist who can shape client strategy, strengthen operational performance, and communicate financial value to executive stakeholders. The role combines practice leadership, client advisory work, and team development within a fast-paced services environment focused on measurable cost optimization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the Accounts Payable recovery audit practice, leading client engagements, team delivery, and overall financial performance for the function.<br>• Oversee the full audit process, including data intake, review preparation, exception analysis, claim support, and recovery monitoring.<br>• Work closely with client finance, procurement, and shared services leaders to uncover duplicate disbursements, missed credits, overpayments, and vendor-related compliance gaps.<br>• Design tailored audit approaches that use data analysis, automation, and benchmarking insights to identify savings opportunities and underlying process issues.<br>• Present audit results, recovery opportunities, and operational improvement recommendations to senior executives such as CFOs, controllers, and procurement leaders.<br>• Lead recovery discussions with vendors and suppliers, securing funds on behalf of clients while maintaining accurate support and clear reporting.<br>• Build strong client and supplier relationships that support efficient claim resolution and long-term engagement success.<br>• Drive practice expansion by identifying new business opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to revenue and profitability goals.<br>• Mentor and develop team members, setting direction, promoting accountability, and building leadership capability within the group.
  • 2026-07-28T00:00:00Z
Sr. Director of Finance
  • South Pasadena, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide strategic planning, performance analysis, and operational oversight for our organization in Los Angeles, California. This role will work closely with executive leadership to shape financial direction, improve decision-making through clear reporting, and strengthen the processes that support long-term growth. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in project-based detail-oriented services environments and a strong command of both high-level financial strategy and day-to-day accounting operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Act as a trusted financial partner to senior leadership by advising on business performance, growth planning, investment decisions, and broader strategic priorities.<br>• Build and lead long-range financial plans, annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and scenario analyses that support sustainable profitability and organizational goals.<br>• Assess financial and operational results by examining revenue trends, margins, utilization, pricing effectiveness, client profitability, and resource deployment.<br>• Create executive-level dashboards, key performance indicators, and reporting packages that translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations.<br>• Direct enhancements to finance systems, reporting tools, and business intelligence capabilities to improve visibility and support future expansion.<br>• Oversee accounting and finance operations to maintain reliable records, strong controls, and consistent financial integrity across the organization.<br>• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure accurate and timely reporting in line with company standards and applicable regulations.<br>• Supervise core transactional processes including billing, receivables, collections, payables, payroll coordination, and related finance workflows.<br>• Ensure proper treatment of revenue recognition, project accounting, work-in-progress tracking, accruals, reconciliations, and intercompany activity across entities.
  • 2026-07-28T00:00:00Z
Code Enforcement Officer
  • Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 27 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a community-minded Code Enforcement Officer to support the City’s efforts to maintain safe, well-kept, and compliant neighborhoods in California. This contract position combines fieldwork, public interaction, and administrative coordination to address code-related concerns across residential and commercial areas. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and a detail-oriented approach when working with residents, businesses, and internal partners.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review reported concerns and proactively assess potential violations related to zoning, property upkeep, public nuisance matters, health and safety standards, and animal-related issues.<br>• Perform on-site evaluations at homes and businesses to document conditions, determine compliance status, and identify necessary follow-up actions.<br>• Prepare and deliver formal enforcement documents, including warning notices, citations, and required corrective measures, in accordance with local regulations.<br>• Explain applicable municipal requirements to community members and guide property owners and businesses toward timely resolution and voluntary compliance.<br>• Maintain organized records of investigations through detailed notes, correspondence, photographs, and case updates within tracking systems.<br>• Work closely with municipal staff, legal representatives, contractors, and external agencies to support enforcement activities and case resolution.<br>• Contribute to nuisance abatement initiatives, animal control support efforts, and public-facing outreach activities that promote code awareness.<br>• Compile documentation for administrative hearings or related proceedings and present factual testimony when cases move forward for review.
  • 2026-08-03T00:00:00Z