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8 results for Cost Accountant in Merced, CA

Staff Accountant

Modesto, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are currently partnering with a manufacturing company who is seeking an Accountant to support a broad range of general accounting and financial operations responsibilities. This role will be instrumental in maintaining accurate financial data, supporting close processes, preparing reconciliations, and contributing to process improvements within the accounting function. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in general accounting, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to work across transactional, reporting, and operational finance activities. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and maintain financial records in accordance with company policy and applicable accounting standards</li><li>Support monthly and year-end close through journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting</li><li>Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank activity, and balance sheet accounts</li><li>Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities</li><li>Prepare schedules and documentation for audits, tax support, and internal reporting</li><li>Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Monitor and analyze employee and operating expenses</li><li>Support accounting for inventory and sales commission processes</li><li>Partner cross-functionally to improve financial visibility and support decision-making</li><li>Develop, document, and enhance standard operating procedures and accounting workflows</li></ul>For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Senior Cost Accountant

Fresno, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Tyler Houk (Practice Director) with Robert Half is looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to oversee cost accounting activities for manufacturing and logistics operations in Fresno, California. This role will shape reliable cost structures, deliver meaningful financial insight, and support stronger business performance through informed analysis. The position works closely with operations, supply chain, and finance leaders to improve profitability, strengthen cost discipline, and guide strategic decisions. Responsibilities:• Build and refine standard costing frameworks for raw materials, labor, overhead, and finished products to support accurate financial reporting and operational visibility.• Manage cost accounting close activities, including reconciliations, reporting, and review of monthly and quarterly results.• Evaluate cost variances, performance trends, and operational metrics to uncover inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions.• Partner with manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain teams to improve resource usage, production flow, and overall cost effectiveness.• Support budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning by providing detailed cost analysis and financial input tied to operational goals.• Oversee inventory valuation, margin analysis, and cost allocation approaches to ensure consistency and sound decision-making.• Convert financial and operational data into practical recommendations that influence pricing, margin improvement, and long-term planning.• Prepare and present cost performance reports for leadership, outlining financial risks, opportunities, and improvement priorities.• Help drive continuous improvement efforts focused on waste reduction, process efficiency, and operational cost savings.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer

Modesto, CA
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Temporary / Contract
21 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer to join a growing tax and accounting practice. This role is ideal for someone who has experience working in a busy tax office and is looking for an opportunity to continue building their skills in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and assist with individual, corporate, partnership, and estate tax returns</li><li>Assemble, organize, and review client documents in preparation for tax return completion</li><li>Gather and summarize financial information, including bank statements, receipts, and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with preparation of financial statements, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analysis</li><li>Support bookkeeping and accounting functions using double-entry accounting principles</li><li>Prepare or help gather information needed for business tax returns, with an immediate focus on corporate/business return support</li><li>Analyze financial data and prepare detailed reports for internal use or client deliverables</li><li>Communicate clearly with clients and team members in person, by phone, and via email</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations</li><li>Build and develop client relationships over time, with the potential to take on and grow a client base</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>2+ years of tax preparation experience required</li><li>Experience in a fast-paced tax office strongly preferred</li><li>Strong knowledge of individual and business tax preparation</li><li>Familiarity with corporate tax returns and comfort working with business clients is required</li><li>Understanding of accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping, debits, and credits</li><li>Experience preparing financials or gathering information needed to prepare financial statements</li><li>Proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online</li><li>Experience with ProSeries tax software strongly preferred</li><li>Strong skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook/email platforms</li><li>Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a demanding environment</li><li>CTEC preferred; EA is a plus, though not required</li></ul>For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.
2026-08-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Fresno, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team in Fresno, California and provide both strong accounting support and day-to-day guidance to a small finance team. This position works closely with the Accounting Manager and plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating core accounting activities, and strengthening billing and collection processes. The ideal candidate brings solid technical accounting knowledge, confidence working across accounts payable and accounts receivable, and the ability to improve efficiency in a fast-moving operational environment. Responsibilities: • Lead daily accounting activities while helping coordinate workflow across core finance functions. • Provide direction and support to accounts payable and accounts receivable staff to promote accuracy, timeliness, and accountability. • Contribute to monthly close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing general ledger transactions, and assisting with reconciliations. • Monitor billing and collection efforts, helping ensure customer invoicing and cash application processes run smoothly. • Manage account reconciliations and review financial data to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly. • Perform bank reconciliations and support the integrity of accounting records through careful documentation and review. • Handle intercompany accounting tasks as needed and maintain accurate related entries between entities. • Partner with accounting and operational leaders to strengthen reporting, streamline processes, and improve overall department performance. • Use Excel and accounting platforms extensively to analyze data, track activity, and support informed financial decisions.
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Fresno, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support critical accounting operations for a construction-focused organization in Fresno, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone in finance who can manage core ledger activity, maintain accurate financial records, and contribute to timely period-end reporting. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of reconciliations and journal entries, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee month-end close activities to help ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule. • Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining proper supporting documentation and adherence to accounting standards. • Manage general ledger transactions and review account activity to identify discrepancies or unusual balances. • Perform detailed account reconciliations and resolve variances through research and follow-up. • Complete bank reconciliations regularly to confirm cash activity is accurately reflected in company records. • Assist in maintaining the integrity of financial data by reviewing entries, balances, and supporting schedules. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for reporting and reconciliation processes.
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Fresno, CA
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Temporary / Contract
36 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Fresno, California. This position will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting timely close activities, and ensuring balance sheet accounts are properly reconciled. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on expertise in general ledger management, journal entry preparation, and bank reconciliation work within a fast-paced accounting environment. For more information, reach out to Jason Lee. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and helping ensure deadlines are met accurately.• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through detailed analysis, correction of discrepancies, and consistent monitoring of financial transactions.• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.• Perform account reconciliations on a regular basis to identify variances, resolve outstanding items, and support clean financial reporting.• Complete bank reconciliations by comparing cash activity, researching exceptions, and clearing reconciling differences promptly.• Use Sage Intacct to manage accounting records, generate supporting reports, and assist with day-to-day financial processes.• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather financial information, clarify account activity, and support reporting needs.• Assist with audit preparation and documentation by organizing reconciliations, entries, and supporting records for review.
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Modesto, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a skilled Senior Accountnt to join a collaborative finance team on a contract to hire basis. This role will support key accounting functions, financial reporting, close activities, and operational process improvements. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge along with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys both traditional accounting work and broader business support, including financial analysis, cash flow planning, inventory-related processes, commission tracking, and procedure development. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close schedules</li><li>Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reporting</li><li>Perform account analysis and investigate variances or discrepancies</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities</li><li>Partner with internal teams on expense tracking and operational reporting</li><li>Support accounts receivable review, aging follow-up, and customer credit processes</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and tax-related documentation</li><li>Help strengthen internal controls and improve accounting workflows</li><li>Develop and document standard operating procedures</li><li>Support accounting processes tied to inventory and sales commissions</li></ul> For immediate consideration contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Fresno, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Tyler Houk (Practice Director) with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a growing organization and provide steady leadership across core accounting functions. This fully remote opportunity is based in Fresno, California, and offers the chance to guide a small team while helping maintain accurate reporting, strong controls, and efficient financial processes. The ideal candidate brings a solid background in accounting operations, team supervision, and financial analysis, with the ability to support business performance in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities:• Direct, coach, and evaluate a three-person accounting team, fostering accountability and consistent execution across daily and monthly activities.• Manage essential accounting operations such as general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, journal entry review, and timely month-end close completion.• Verify the accuracy of financial transactions by ensuring proper application of debits, credits, and supporting documentation within accounting systems.• Work closely with organizational leadership to strengthen financial reporting, monitor cash flow trends, and improve accounting procedures.• Establish and uphold internal control practices that support compliance and protect the integrity of financial data.• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, budgets, and performance-to-plan reporting to support informed decision-making.• Utilize Famous software and advanced Excel tools to build reports, organize financial data, and improve visibility into operational results.• Assist with audit preparation and collaborate with cross-functional partners in a remote work setting to resolve accounting issues and support business needs.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z