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5 results for Cost Accountant in Merced, CA
- Merced, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 30 - 37 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are seeking a Part-Time Tax Accountant for an on-site opportunity with an established public accounting firm in Merced. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing individual tax returns and be comfortable working in a client-focused tax environment.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to do every day</p><ul><li>Prepare individual and business income tax returns</li><li>Support tax preparation activities for a variety of clients</li><li>Gather and organize client financial information and tax documents</li><li>Assist with tax-related accounting tasks as needed</li><li>Help meet filing deadlines and support increased workload during tax season</li></ul><p>What we're looking for</p><ul><li>Experience in individual and business tax preparation</li><li>Prior experience in public accounting or a tax-focused firm preferred</li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Ability to work on site</li><li>Experience with CCH Tax Software is a plus; other software experience will also be considered</li></ul><p>Additional Details</p><ul><li>Part-time schedule, 4 days per week</li><li>Regular hours are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM</li><li>Office is closed on Fridays outside of tax season</li><li>Additional hours are expected during tax season</li><li>Firm prepares approximately 350 tax returns annually</li><li>Client base includes construction, agriculture, service, retail, and wholesale businesses</li><li>Practice emphasis is on tax preparation, with no compilations, reviews, or peer reviews</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-29T00:00:00Z
- Fresno, CA
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Property Accountant to support the financial management of a portfolio of real estate assets in Fresno, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing day-to-day accounting work with month-end reporting, tenant billing, and close collaboration with property management teams. The person in this role will help maintain accurate records, deliver timely financial information, and ensure property-level transactions are handled with precision in Yardi.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily accounting activity for an assigned group of properties, including cash receipts, tenant payments, non-tenant deposits, and time-sensitive disbursements.<br>• Review and process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, confirm proper coding, and follow up on outstanding or missing items.<br>• Complete month-end close tasks and prepare financial statement packages, supporting schedules, and owner reporting within established deadlines.<br>• Partner with property managers, site teams, vendors, tenants, and ownership contacts to resolve billing questions, collections issues, and other financial matters.<br>• Maintain accurate property and tenant records in Yardi, including new property setup, lease updates, move-ins, move-outs, and ledger adjustments.<br>• Administer recurring and one-time tenant billings such as rent, late charges, utilities, taxes, insurance recoveries, and other reimbursable expenses.<br>• Perform reconciliations and escalation calculations, then prepare and distribute tenant notices related to updated charges and annual or quarterly adjustments.<br>• Assist with budgeting activities by updating lease assumptions, entering financing and amortization details, validating uploads, and researching variances with property management.<br>• Support audits, reporting reviews, emergency payment requests, and coverage for special accounting projects as business needs arise.
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Winton, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Steven Lahey with Robert Half is hiring on behalf of our client a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations and help maintain accurate, compliant accounting practices in Winton, California. This position works closely with finance leadership to manage day-to-day accounting activity, contribute to reliable financial reporting, and support funding compliance across a range of programs. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment. For immediate consideration please reach out to (916) 649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage day-to-day accounting activities across payables, receivables, and payroll support, while providing coverage for essential finance functions as needed.</p><p>• Lead monthly close tasks by preparing journal entries, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and assisting with the production of financial reports.</p><p>• Perform bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis to verify balances, resolve discrepancies, and strengthen financial accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare billing support for assigned grants, including invoice drafts, reimbursement packages, and schedules backed by complete supporting documentation.</p><p>• Organize payroll records, vendor materials, receipts, and other source documents required for state, federal, and private funding submissions.</p><p>• Partner with the Director of Finance on budgeting activities, forecasting efforts, audit preparation, and grant monitoring processes.</p><p>• Maintain orderly physical and electronic records to support departmental operations, retention standards, and audit readiness.</p><p>• Provide administrative or supervisory support in the absence of finance leadership and contribute to special projects assigned by management.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Modesto, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 35.15 - 40.7 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Modesto, California. This Sr. Accountant role will concentrate on maintaining accurate financial records, managing close activities, and ensuring reliable balance sheet support across fixed assets, leases, prepaid expenses, and cash accounts. The ideal Sr. Accountant candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead key month-end close activities by preparing and reviewing financial data to support timely and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Record and maintain journal entries within the general ledger while ensuring transactions are properly supported and classified.</p><p>• Perform detailed account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies through thorough analysis.</p><p>• Manage bank reconciliations and investigate outstanding items to maintain accuracy in cash reporting.</p><p>• Oversee fixed asset subledger activity, including reconciliation to the general ledger and maintenance of depreciation schedules.</p><p>• Administer lease accounting processes in accordance with ASC 842, including tracking balances and preparing related accounting entries.</p><p>• Monitor prepaid expense schedules and validate amortization calculations to ensure expenses are recognized in the correct periods.</p><p>• Support accounting process updates or system-related changes as needed by validating data integrity and maintaining continuity in financial reporting.</p>
- 2026-11-07T00:00:00Z
- Modesto, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 115000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to support financial operations. This individual will play a key role in driving an accurate and timely close process, maintaining a disciplined general ledger, and ensuring strong financial controls across the organization.</p><p>This is a highly visible role partnering closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational and financial decision-making. For more information on this position please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and execute the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in alignment with corporate deadlines</li><li>Prepare and maintain detailed balance sheet reconciliations with full supporting documentation</li><li>Analyze variances versus budget and prior periods</li><li>Oversee corporate credit card program, including reconciliations and policy compliance</li><li>Track capital projects and ensure proper capitalization in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Maintain fixed asset subledger and depreciation schedules</li><li>Reconcile capital spend to approved budgets and support capital planning initiatives</li><li>Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and regulatory requirements</li><li>Prepare and file recurring reports (sales & use tax, property tax, and other filings)</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and supporting documentation</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes, including testing and documentation</li><li>Support ERP systems (SAP experience highly preferred) to ensure data integrity</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls</li><li>Partner with operations, finance, and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Provide support across AR/AP processes as needed</li><li>Monitor receivables and assist in resolving issues impacting cash flow and collections</li><li>Collaborate on operational or customer-related issues impacting financial results</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z