Key Responsibilities<br>• Lead and perform audits, reviews, and compilations in accordance with professional standards and firm policies.<br>• Plan engagement scope and timing, perform risk assessments, and design appropriate audit procedures.<br>• Prepare and review workpapers, ensuring proper documentation and support for conclusions.<br>• Oversee and execute audit procedures for nonprofit organizations, including grant and compliance areas as applicable.<br>• Perform assurance work for employee benefit/pension plans, including testing contributions, distributions, and investments.<br>• Work on affordable housing engagements, including low-income housing entities and related compliance matters.<br>• Assist with engagements for homeowners associations; prior HOA experience a plus.<br>• Draft and review financial statements, footnote disclosures, management letters, and internal control communications.<br>• Supervise, train, and mentor staff, providing clear instructions and timely feedback.<br>• Monitor engagement budgets and timelines; communicate status and issues to managers/partners.<br>• Identify accounting, auditing, and internal control issues, and propose practical solutions to clients.<br>• Assist with implementation of new accounting and auditing standards for assigned clients.<br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.<br>• CPA license preferred; candidates actively pursuing licensure considered.<br>• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience in public accounting with a focus on auditing and assurance.<br>• Experience with nonprofit organizations and/or employee benefit plans strongly preferred; affordable housing and HOA experience a plus.<br>• Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP and generally accepted auditing standards.<br>• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and audit/engagement software.<br>• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.<br>• Effective written and verbal communication skills.<br>• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines.<br>• Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership and supervisory abilities.
<p>We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to support a global manufacturing organization serving the semiconductor and advanced technology sectors in Livermore, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity will contribute to the accuracy of product costing, inventory valuation, and financial reporting within a fast-paced production setting. The role works closely with manufacturing and finance partners to deliver analysis that supports operational decisions and strengthens cost control. Candidates who bring strong cost accounting expertise and a hands-on approach to inventory and variance analysis will be well suited for this position.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage standard cost structures for materials, labor, and overhead to keep product costing current and reliable.</p><p>• Review inventory balances across raw materials, work in process, and finished goods to maintain accurate valuation and reporting.</p><p>• Complete month-end cost accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and close support.</p><p>• Investigate manufacturing, purchase price, and work order variances and communicate key drivers to business partners.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations teams to assess production performance, identify cost trends, and support informed decision-making.</p><p>• Evaluate excess and obsolete inventory exposure and assist with reserve calculations and related analysis.</p><p>• Reassess labor and overhead rates on a regular basis to improve costing accuracy.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting for cost of goods sold and manufacturing-related expenses.</p><p>• Support physical inventory activities, review inventory control effectiveness, and provide documentation for audits and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Prepare recurring financial analyses, including warranty reserve reviews and reporting for monthly and quarterly close packages, while recommending process improvements in cost accounting and inventory controls.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to oversee core accounting activities for a manufacturing organization in Modesto, California. This Long-term Contract, Accounting Manager position is ideal for a hands-on leader who can guide daily financial operations, strengthen team performance, and help refine departmental processes. The Accounting Manager will work closely with leadership and cross-functional partners to improve reporting accuracy, support closing activities, and drive greater operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, account reconciliations, and cash-related processes to keep operations running smoothly.</p><p>• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance support to accounting staff while fostering accountability and focused growth.</p><p>• Coordinate month-end and year-end close tasks, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is complete and accurate.</p><p>• Examine financial entries and transactions to confirm proper coding, accuracy, and timely processing.</p><p>• Track outstanding balances, collection efforts, supplier disbursements, and cash flow movements to support sound financial management.</p><p>• Strengthen and maintain accounting controls, documented procedures, and consistent operational standards across the department.</p><p>• Prepare materials for audit and compliance activities and respond to information requests in a timely manner.</p><p>• Recommend and implement improvements to workflows, reporting methods, and department processes, including support for system enhancement initiatives.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial and operational reporting that helps leadership evaluate performance and make informed decisions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues, streamline processes, and document best practices for ongoing efficiency.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our client in Pleasanton, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accountant who can independently manage critical close activities, reconcile key accounts, and deliver meaningful financial analysis in a fast-paced SaaS environment.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a hybrid position requiring three days onsite per week. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Oversee recurring accounting activities tied to reserves, prepaid items, and commission-related balances, ensuring entries are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Administer commission capitalization schedules, including initial setup, ongoing amortization, and adjustments related to customer changes or terminations.</p><p>• Review balance sheet and income statement movements each month, investigate notable variances, and communicate the business reasons behind fluctuations.</p><p>• Complete month-end reconciliations for assigned accounts and perform regular cash reconciliation work to maintain the integrity of financial records.</p><p>• Assist with sales tax administration by supporting registration efforts, validating exemption information, and reconciling related tax activity.</p><p><br></p>
<p>Are you an experienced Senior Accountant ready for new challenges? Join Robert Half’s Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) program for full-time stability, diverse, high-impact assignments, and opportunities to grow your expertise with leading organizations across the East Bay.</p><p><br></p><p>To apply, connect with me on <strong>LinkedIn</strong> (Tawnia Kirshen) and send your resume directly. I look forward to connecting!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Manage and oversee month-end and year-end close processes.</p><p>· Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements in accordance with GAAP.</p><p>· Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis initiatives.</p><p>· Reconcile complex accounts, consolidate financial data, and maintain the general ledger.</p><p>· Assist with audits, process improvements, and special financial projects.</p><p>· Provide mentorship to entry level accounting staff as needed.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Regulatory Accounting Manager to support a credit union in Dublin, California through a Long-term Contract engagement. This role will guide regulatory and financial reporting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and help ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory expectations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in regulated financial environments, strong leadership capability, and the ability to turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insight for management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the end-to-end preparation, validation, and submission of call reports and other required regulatory filings, ensuring completeness and accuracy.<br>• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles, including financial statements, board-level reporting materials, and analysis of key financial fluctuations.<br>• Maintain adherence to U.S. GAAP, regulatory guidelines, and internal control standards across accounting and reporting activities.<br>• Partner with auditors, examiners, and internal stakeholders to support reviews, resolve questions, and provide required financial documentation.<br>• Evaluate complex accounting issues and determine how new products, transactions, or business initiatives affect financial reporting.<br>• Enhance reporting operations by introducing more efficient processes, stronger data standards, and analytical tools that improve reliability and speed.<br>• Oversee the development and maintenance of reporting data sets, dashboards, and management insights used for business decision-making.<br>• Lead and develop accounting team members by setting expectations, monitoring performance, and encouraging ongoing growth.