<p>We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Manager of Accounting to lead and oversee financial operations in Pacific Grove, California. This role is essential for managing the general ledger while supporting additional accounting functions to ensure consistent and reliable financial reporting. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative approach to drive improvements and uphold high standards within the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise the general ledger and contribute to the monthly financial close process through journal entry preparation and account reconciliation.</p><p>• Review and validate the work performed by accounting team members to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Play a key role in the development of annual budgets and monthly forecasts at both department and organizational levels.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate interim and annual audits efficiently.</p><p>• Establish, maintain, and enforce financial controls that safeguard company assets and ensure accurate reporting.</p><p>• Lead special projects focused on departmental enhancements, process updates, financial analysis, and policy adjustments.</p><p>• Ensure the organization adheres to financial regulations and internal policies to maintain compliance.</p><p>• Provide leadership and guidance to foster a collaborative and high-performing accounting team.</p><p><br></p><p>Posted by Recruiting Director Scott G. Moore</p>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Accountant</p><p><strong>Location</strong>: Santa Cruz</p><p><strong>Pay Range</strong>: $38-$50/hr </p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full-Time, Hybrid</p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the general ledger, supporting month-end close, and preparing financial reports. This role involves moderate to high-complexity accounting work and requires strong accuracy, analytical ability, and proactive communication. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are needed to support communication with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform full-cycle accounting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.</li><li>Prepare and review complex journal entries.</li><li>Complete bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Partner with bilingual internal teams to clarify accounting matters and financial information.</li><li>Support high-volume accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including vendor payments and invoicing.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and assist with tax-related filings and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis, prepare financial statements, and provide reporting insights to leadership.</li><li>Coordinate audit support activities and help maintain internal controls.</li><li>Mentor junior accounting staff and/or review their work as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Full fluency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</li><li>3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a senior-level or lead capacity.</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including functions such as VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.</li><li>Experience with ERP or accounting systems such as, Oracle, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar platforms.</li><li>Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.</li><li>CPA or similar certification preferred.</li><li>Experience using AI tools or APIs to improve processes is a plus.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy with complex financial data.</li><li>Ability to work independently with limited supervision.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills.</li><li>Quick learner with the ability to understand broader business impacts.</li><li>Customer-focused mindset when working with internal and external business partners.</li><li>Process improvement orientation.</li></ul>
<p>Colleen McAuliffe is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in San Jose, California. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to oversee accounting operations, ensure compliance with industry standards, and contribute to the financial integrity of our organization. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong background in construction accounting and a proactive approach to managing complex financial tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, delivering timely and precise financial statements.</p><p>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, with a focus on construction job cost accounting.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes, ensuring operational accuracy.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with project managers to track job costing, work-in-progress schedules, and conduct variance analyses.</p><p>• Support budgeting and forecasting initiatives, providing critical financial insights.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to industry standards and internal controls to maintain regulatory compliance.</p><p>• Assist in preparing documentation and schedules for internal and external audits.</p><p>• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy across accounting functions.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and guidance to entry-level accounting staff to foster team development.</p>
<p>Colleen McAuliffe from Robert Half is looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our clients in Morgan Hill, California. This role will oversee core accounting activities, support accurate and timely financial close processes, and help maintain strong financial reporting and compliance standards. The ideal candidate brings deep general ledger expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments to resolve issues and improve accounting operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close tasks by preparing and recording journal entries for accruals, allocations, reclassifications, and other required adjustments.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, review unusual balances or variances, and follow through on outstanding items to ensure accurate financial records.</p><p>• Manage assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts, including maintaining schedules and documentation that support reported activity.</p><p>• Review operating expenses such as employee reimbursements and corporate card activity, and record recurring or one-time accruals for proper period recognition.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to investigate discrepancies, clear aging items, and resolve issues affecting transaction-based and clearing accounts.</p><p>• Analyze monthly financial performance and communicate clear explanations for material changes in account activity and results.</p><p>• Prepare audit support, reporting schedules, and compliance documentation for internal reviews, external audits, and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Assist with indirect tax accounting, evaluate transactions for appropriate accounting treatment, and support related period-end reporting.</p><p>• Contribute to process enhancements by identifying workflow improvements, supporting automation efforts, and participating in system testing or implementation activities.</p><p>• Provide support on budgeting, forecasting, special projects, and guidance to less experienced accounting team members as needed.</p>