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.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing finance team in Livermore, California. This position supports a global organization serving the semiconductor and advanced technology sectors, with a strong focus on cost accuracy, inventory valuation, and financial insight for production activities. The role works closely with operations and finance partners to strengthen reporting, support close activities, and improve visibility into manufacturing performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the maintenance and refinement of standard cost models for materials, labor, and overhead to support accurate product costing.<br>• Oversee inventory valuation for raw materials, work in process, and finished goods, ensuring financial records reflect operational activity accurately.<br>• Complete month-end cost accounting tasks, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and close-related analysis.<br>• Review manufacturing results by analyzing production variances, purchase price fluctuations, and work order performance to identify key cost drivers.<br>• Collaborate with operations teams to evaluate plant performance, interpret financial trends, and support informed business decisions.<br>• Assess inventory exposure by identifying slow-moving, excess, or obsolete stock and contributing to reserve calculations.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting for cost of goods sold, manufacturing expenses, and other plant-related financial measures.<br>• Participate in physical inventory activities, audit preparation, and internal control reviews while helping improve cost accounting and inventory processes, including transition support and knowledge transfer where needed.
We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Pleasanton, California. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing standard costing systems, analyzing production variances, and providing actionable financial insights to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. You will collaborate closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate cost data, inventory management, and compliance with industry regulations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and report on production costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead, to support financial decision-making.<br>• Prepare monthly cost reports and provide insights to plant leadership and finance teams.<br>• Investigate variances between standard and actual costs, offering detailed explanations and recommendations.<br>• Monitor and reconcile inventory balances, ensuring accurate valuation in line with accounting standards.<br>• Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) in partnership with production teams.<br>• Assist in creating annual budgets and rolling forecasts for manufacturing costs.<br>• Contribute to cost projections for new product launches and trials to support strategic planning.<br>• Identify opportunities for cost-saving and efficiency improvements within production processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with internal controls, industry standards, and company policies.<br>• Support audits related to manufacturing costs and assist in maintaining accurate financial records.
<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>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Livermore, California. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial records and reports. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and a commitment to maintaining compliance with accounting standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Execute monthly close processes, including preparing and posting journal entries to ensure accurate reflection of transactions.<br>• Prepare detailed financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and profit and loss reports.<br>• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts on a timely basis to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Monitor daily bank activities, update cash reports, and post necessary journal entries.<br>• Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice coding, payment processing, and verifying charges to appropriate accounts.<br>• Perform weekly bank reconciliations, verify deposits, and address inquiries from banking institutions.<br>• Assist with invoicing duties, including portal submissions, resolving disputes, and handling customer billing inquiries.<br>• Respond to external auditor requests, providing timely and accurate documentation as required.<br>• File tax forms with government agencies at federal, state, and local levels.<br>• Collaborate with software vendors to maintain and improve accounting systems, recommending updates to enhance functionality.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support financial operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Stockton, California. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for a finance specialist who can manage core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute to sound fiscal planning. The role works closely with leadership while operating with substantial independence to help maintain strong financial controls and support long-term organizational objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead month-end close activities, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Maintain the general ledger and review account activity to support reliable financial reporting.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, budget reports, and other accounting summaries for leadership review.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts regularly to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Oversee expenditure tracking and help ensure spending remains aligned with approved budgets and organizational policies.<br>• Support budgeting, audit preparation, and ongoing financial management for the organization and affiliated entities.<br>• Contribute to the development and refinement of accounting procedures, internal controls, and finance-related policies.<br>• Assist with reviews of vendor proposals, financial documentation, and insurance-related materials as needed.<br>• Partner with executive leadership and department managers to monitor financial performance and support strategic planning efforts.
<p>Are you an experienced accounting professional seeking a new exciting opportunity that offer variety? Robert Half invites you to join our <strong>Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP)</strong> program as a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong>. This full-time, on-site position in the East Bay Area offers the stability of full-time employment with the excitement of tackling diverse assignments for top-tier clients.</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>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract assignment in Modesto, California. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, managing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet integrity across fixed assets, leases, prepaids, and cash-related accounts. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment. For more information, contact Jason Lee.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead month-end close activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure timely and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger by analyzing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and confirming that financial data is properly recorded.</p><p>• Oversee fixed asset accounting by reconciling subledger balances, tracking asset activity, and managing depreciation schedules.</p><p>• Administer lease accounting processes in accordance with ASC 842, including calculation support, reconciliation work, and ongoing record accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare and monitor prepaid expense schedules, ensuring amortization is recorded correctly and consistently each reporting period.</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations across key balance sheet areas and investigate variances to completion.</p><p>• Complete bank reconciliations by matching transactions, identifying exceptions, and coordinating resolution of outstanding items.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to provide accounting support, improve documentation, and maintain compliance with established financial controls.</p>