<p>Steven Lahey with Robert Half, on behalf of our client, is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a financial services organization in Stockton, California. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate reporting, meeting regulatory obligations, and strengthening accounting oversight across daily and monthly activities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide priorities in a deadline-driven environment. For immediate consideration please reach out to (916) 649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the monthly close process, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and ensuring timely completion of all reporting activities.</p><p>• Produce annual consolidated financial statements and related disclosures with a high degree of accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Monitor accounting practices for alignment with internal policies, applicable accounting guidance, and regulatory expectations, and document technical accounting positions for audit review.</p><p>• Prepare and review required regulatory, collateral, and tax filings, including banking reports submitted to governing agencies.</p><p>• Lead quarterly analyses related to credit loss reserves and interest rate risk, including supporting narratives and investment security review documentation.</p><p>• Partner with leadership on annual budgeting activities and contribute to periodic financial forecasting updates.</p><p>• Review financial transactions, reconciliations, daily general ledger activity, and key accounting workflows to strengthen internal controls and processing accuracy.</p><p>• Oversee accounting system configurations, coordinate with external service providers, and maintain business continuity documentation for the department.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist to join a team in Modesto, California in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent position. This on-site role supports day-to-day receivables operations, cash application, and commercial collections while helping maintain accurate customer account records. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of billing, payment posting, account reconciliation, and customer dispute resolution, along with the ability to work closely with internal teams to improve payment timeliness.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Apply customer payments received by check, ACH, wire, and credit card to the appropriate accounts with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Review daily cash activity, balance receipts against recorded transactions, and investigate any posting variances promptly.</p><p>• Manage commercial collection efforts by following established outreach procedures and adjusting communication style to the account situation.</p><p>• Examine aging reports regularly to identify overdue balances, prioritize follow-up, and support cash flow objectives.</p><p>• Prepare and distribute customer statements on a weekly and monthly schedule to encourage timely remittance.</p><p>• Work with sales and order entry partners to address invoice questions, resolve disputes, and remove barriers to payment.</p><p>• Assist with accounts receivable tasks tied to month-end close, including reconciliations and account review.</p><p>• Maintain organized documentation for payment records, account research, and supporting files needed for audit or follow-up.</p><p>• Perform additional receivables and collections duties as assigned by the Manager.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking an Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist to join our team in Modesto. This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounts receivable functions, posting payments, managing collections, and helping maintain accurate customer account balances.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate has experience in accounts receivable, cash application, billing support, and collections, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Post and apply customer payments accurately, including checks, wires, electronic payments, and credit card transactions</li><li>Review daily cash activity and reconcile receipts to ensure account accuracy</li><li>Manage collection efforts for past-due accounts and follow up with customers professionally</li><li>Review aging reports and help identify overdue balances</li><li>Partner with internal teams to resolve invoice issues, disputes, and payment delays</li><li>Prepare and send customer statements on a weekly and monthly basis</li><li>Assist with month-end accounts receivable close and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain organized records for payment research, audits, and collection activity</li><li>Support other accounts receivable and collections tasks as needed</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991. </p>