We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in San Jose, California. In this long-term contract role, you will play a critical part in managing regulatory reporting for a banking organization, ensuring compliance with industry standards. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in financial management and accounting within the banking sector.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and submit regulatory reports, including call reports and other required filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with banking regulations.<br>• Manage the month-end close process, including reviewing journal entries and reconciling accounts.<br>• Oversee the general ledger to maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial records.<br>• Conduct financial statement audits and collaborate with auditors to provide necessary documentation and insights.<br>• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Support asset and liability management processes to optimize the bank's financial position.<br>• Provide expertise in retail banking operations to align financial practices with organizational goals.<br>• Identify and implement improvements in accounting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and internal policies.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support various financial initiatives.
<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>
<p>Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an experienced Sr. Project Accountant to support major construction and capital projects in Saratoga, California. This role focuses on providing accurate financial oversight from project launch through completion, helping teams maintain visibility into costs, commitments, and forecasted spending. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting judgment, analytical skill, and the ability to work closely with project and operational stakeholders in a fast-moving environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee project-level accounting activities across the full lifecycle of large-scale capital initiatives, from setup through final financial close.</p><p>• Evaluate budgets, committed costs, actual spend, and forward-looking projections to identify trends and explain financial variances.</p><p>• Produce monthly cost reporting packages and concise financial updates for internal business partners and leadership teams.</p><p>• Apply proper accounting treatment to distinguish capitalizable costs from operating expenses in line with policy and accounting guidance.</p><p>• Examine contractor and supplier invoices for accuracy, supporting timely approval and payment processing.</p><p>• Administer project billing activities, including milestone-based, progress-based, and cost-reimbursable invoicing where required.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records for work in progress, retainage balances, and accrued project expenses.</p><p>• Contribute to cash forecasting by estimating upcoming funding needs and anticipated project-related disbursements.</p><p>• Collaborate with Project Managers to surface budget risks, improve cost control, and support informed financial decisions.</p><p>• Provide documentation and financial explanations during audit activities while helping ensure adherence to contracts, controls, and applicable regulations.</p>
A growing organization in the property management and hospitality industry is seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Accounting Manager to lead key accounting operations and support financial excellence across a dynamic portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong processes, and wants to make an impact within a service-driven organization. Position Overview The Senior Accounting Manager will oversee core accounting functions, support financial reporting, and help ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations. This role is ideal for a detail oriented who brings both technical accounting strength and the leadership presence needed to support teams, improve processes, and partner across the business. Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close Manage the preparation and review of financial statements and internal reporting packages Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies Supervise and mentor accounting staff, helping to strengthen team performance and accountability Coordinate audit preparation and serve as a point of contact for external auditors, tax professionals, and business partners Review balance sheet activity, investigate variances, and help resolve complex accounting issues Partner with operational leaders across property management and hospitality functions to improve reporting and decision-making Identify opportunities for process improvement, workflow efficiency, and system enhancements Assist with special projects related to portfolio growth, reporting needs, and operational support Desired Qualifications Progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibility Background in property management, hospitality, real estate, or related industries (preferred not required) Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end close, reconciliations, and internal controls Experience managing or mentoring accounting staff Solid understanding of GAAP and financial statement preparation Why This Opportunity Stands Out Join an organization in the property management and hospitality sector where accounting plays a key role in operational success Take on a visible leadership position with the opportunity to influence processes and performance Work in Santa Cruz, California, supporting a business that values both financial discipline and exceptional service Be part of a growing team with long-term potential If you are ready to bring your accounting leadership experience to an organization where your contributions will be seen and valued, we encourage you to apply. Apply here to be considered for this opportunity. You are also encouraged to connect with Staffing Director Scott G. Moore on LinkedIn for additional opportunities and future updates. Based on general knowledge.