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32 results for Cost Accountant in Merced, CA

Controller
  • Modesto, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Controller to lead financial operations and provide strategic guidance for our clients organization in the Stanislaus County. This role requires expertise in accounting, budgeting, compliance, and leadership to ensure the company’s financial health and efficiency. The ideal candidate will drive financial reporting accuracy, uphold internal controls, and contribute to long-term business strategies. Contact Edgar Gonzalez if interested 209.395.2259</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll management.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with the executive team and monitor budget performance.</p><p>• Develop and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.</p><p>• Mentor and manage the accounting team, fostering growth and accountability.</p><p>• Provide financial insights and analysis to support decision-making across operations, sales, and credit functions.</p><p>• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and oversee customer credit approvals and collections.</p><p>• Maintain strong banking relationships and support financing activities as needed.</p><p>• Partner with senior leadership to align financial strategies with organizational goals.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to enhance profitability and operational efficiency through strategic initiatives.</p>
  • 2025-09-25T14:34:24Z
Controller
  • Patterson, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are in search of a Controller to join our team based in Patterson, California. This role is instrumental in the fiscal management of our operations, driving financial objectives, and ensuring efficient and accurate financial processes. This role involves significant interaction with the management team, along with responsibility for maintaining and enhancing our financial procedures and policies.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Facilitate the achievement of financial objectives by preparing an annual budget, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions.</p><p>• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reports through independent preparation of journal entries and bank statements reconciliation.</p><p>• Contribute to management decision-making by reviewing and analyzing special reports, summarizing information, and identifying trends.</p><p>• Establish and enforce financial policies and procedures, guiding financial decisions and ensuring compliance.</p><p>• Enhance office efficiency by designing and implementing office policies, measuring results against standards, and making necessary adjustments.</p><p>• Maintain historical reference by defining procedures for retention, protection, retrieval, transfer, and disposal of records.</p><p>• Facilitate staff performance by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees, planning, and monitoring job results.</p><p>• Ensure the availability of funds by preparing budgets, collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data, and recommending plans.</p><p>• Utilize various skills including 3M, Accounting Software Systems, ADP - Financial Services, CRM, Crystal Reports, Accounting Functions, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Auditing, and Budget Processes.</p>
  • 2025-09-26T13:48:52Z
Division Controller
  • Turlock, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 125000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are in the search for a meticulous Controller to become a part of our client's dynamic team in the agriculture industry based in the Stanislaus County. As the Controller, your primary role will be to manage our financial statements, oversee the accounting and customer service staff, and ensure compliance with regulatory and taxation laws. You will also play a crucial role in planning inventory counts and managing month-end close and budget planning. Call or text Edgar Gonzalez if interested 209.395.2259</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the development and management of staff performing crucial accounting and customer service tasks.</p><p>• Analyze the company's revenues and expenses to provide valuable insights for decision-making processes.</p><p>• Prepare and manage monthly financial statements for multiple companies, including the necessary elimination entries.</p><p>• Ensure strict adherence to deadlines, regulations, and tax laws to maintain legal and corporate compliance.</p><p>• Supervise the month-end closing process and participate actively in budget planning.</p><p>• Plan and execute inventory counts and post variances to ensure accurate inventory records.</p><p>• Approve and prepare journal entries to ensure accurate financial records.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive management reports as required to provide valuable insights to the team.</p><p>• Gather necessary support for audits to ensure compliance and accuracy.</p><p>• Undertake special projects and additional responsibilities as required to support the company's financial health.</p>
  • 2025-09-26T13:48:52Z
Controller
  • Modesto, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Jackie Meza with Robert half is looking for an experienced Controller to lead and oversee the financial operations.. This position is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting strategic business decisions. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of accounting processes, and the ability to deliver actionable financial insights. For consideration contact Jackie Meza at 209.227.6563</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all aspects of the accounting cycle, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial records.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure efficient cash flow management.</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly journal entries, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.</p><p>• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes to produce accurate financial statements.</p><p>• Develop and deliver financial reports that provide valuable insights to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and internal policies.</p><p>• Monitor and enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets.</p><p>• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes to align financial goals with organizational strategy.</p><p>• Collaborate with executive leadership to provide financial guidance and support business objectives.</p>
  • 2025-09-30T22:04:20Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Fresno, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 19.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Fresno, California. This position offers a Contract-to-Permanent opportunity for the right candidate. The role involves managing invoicing, payment processing, and reconciliation tasks, as well as fostering strong customer relationships to ensure efficient payment collections.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and distribute accurate invoices to customers in a timely manner.</p><p>• Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on overdue payments.</p><p>• Process and apply payments to customer accounts, ensuring proper reconciliation.</p><p>• Maintain and update accounts receivable records to guarantee accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Address customer inquiries regarding billing issues and payment discrepancies.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve invoicing and payment concerns.</p><p>• Assist with month-end closing procedures and generate accounts receivable reports.</p><p>• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and ensuring compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software and Microsoft Excel to analyze financial data and streamline processes</p>
  • 2025-09-22T21:24:24Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Modesto, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 25.00 - 27.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Modesto, California. This position is ideal for professionals with a strong background in AR and collections, who are ready to contribute their expertise to ensure accurate financial processes and efficient collections. If you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy maintaining organized financial records, this role is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage incoming mail by sorting and distributing it according to established departmental protocols.</p><p>• Print, distribute, and scan invoices to ensure timely delivery and accurate record-keeping.</p><p>• Apply payments to customer accounts, ensuring accuracy and resolving any discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Process checks by logging payment details and verifying alignment with account information.</p><p>• Monitor and apply credit transactions to appropriate accounts while addressing any inconsistencies.</p><p>• Conduct follow-ups on overdue accounts to facilitate collections and maintain positive client relationships.</p><p>• Provide general support to the accounts receivable and collections team during busy periods or departmental changes.</p><p>• Assist with ad hoc tasks and special projects as needed to support team operations.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991. </p>
  • 2025-10-09T20:08:45Z
Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager
  • Modesto, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 89000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are in search of an Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to join our clients team. This role primarily involves overseeing the full cycle of accounts payable, including invoice processing and check printing, and leading the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable department. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the complete accounts payable cycle that includes two-way and three-way matching of invoices</p><p>• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable Department, ensuring accurate and timely completion of tasks</p><p>• Allocate tasks to the Accounts Payable Team and ensure their accurate and timely completion</p><p>• Manage vendor assignments and team member workloads</p><p>• Conduct audits on vendor information, including statements, payment terms, tax information, and other data</p><p>• Prepare weekly cash requirements reports</p><p>• Collaborate with internal team members to resolve billing errors</p><p>• Ensure timely processing of discounts, sales and use taxes, and freight charges</p><p>• Post accounts payable journals and reconcile accounts payable aging to the general ledger</p><p>• Oversee period-end accruals and audit entries to ensure all invoices are accounted for and expenses are recorded promptly</p><p>• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements</p><p>• Review and approve team timecards, schedules, and time off requests</p><p>• Prepare and submit detailed explanations for all accounts payable audit materials</p><p>• Perform other duties as assigned.</p>
  • 2025-09-26T13:48:52Z
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