<p>Robert Half is partnering with a thriving San Diego organization seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee accounting operations and lead a talented team through the next phase of growth. This opportunity is perfect for an accounting professional who loves mentoring staff, improving processes, and influencing company-wide financial strategy. The Accounting Manager will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting while helping leadership make informed business decisions.</p><p>Our client offers an exceptional culture where employees are valued, challenged, and rewarded for their contributions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close</li><li>Manage and develop accounting staff</li><li>Review financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Establish and maintain internal controls</li><li>Coordinate external audits</li><li>Manage budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations</li><li>Lead process improvement initiatives</li><li>Partner with executive leadership on strategic projects</li><li>Oversee cash management and financial planning activities</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting activities at our location. This on-site role is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can maintain accurate financial records, guide close activities, and deliver meaningful reporting that supports business decisions. The position also partners with operational leaders to strengthen controls, improve processes, and maintain a high standard of financial discipline within a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, account reconciliations, and the preparation of accurate journal entries.<br>• Lead monthly and annual close cycles by coordinating timelines, reviewing transactions, and ensuring financial results are reported on schedule.<br>• Prepare financial statements and supporting analyses for leadership, highlighting trends, performance drivers, and notable variances.<br>• Manage fixed asset accounting by monitoring capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and balance sheet accuracy.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data, validating assumptions, and assisting with planning updates.<br>• Evaluate accounting workflows and internal controls, recommending and implementing improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues, provide financial insight, and align reporting with operational activity.<br>• Assist with internal and external audit requirements by organizing documentation, answering inquiries, and maintaining compliance with applicable standards.<br>• Supervise and mentor accounting team members as needed, helping to establish priorities and maintain strong departmental performance.
<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>We are seeking a hands-on IT Manager to lead day-to-day IT operations, support infrastructure modernization efforts, and oversee technical projects. This role combines people leadership with deep technical expertise and will be responsible for managing service desk operations, cloud initiatives, server migrations, security improvements, and vendor relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is hybrid (<strong>3 days onsite</strong>, 2 remote) in Irvine, CA</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily IT operations, including service desk support and incident response.</li><li>Lead infrastructure projects such as Azure configuration, Microsoft 365 administration, server migrations, and remediation initiatives.</li><li>Support the organization's transition from on-premise environments to Microsoft Azure.</li><li>Ensure systems are secure, compliant, and operating efficiently.</li><li>Manage and mentor one internal Service Desk team member.</li><li>Coordinate with external vendors, consultants, and technology partners.</li><li>Maintain and support Windows and Linux server environments.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of IT processes, security, and system reliability.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Financial Systems Auditor to support a contract-to-permanent opportunity based in California. This role is ideal for a hands-on systems specialist who can connect finance operations, application configuration, testing, and documentation in a regulated environment. You will work closely with finance and technology partners to shape system solutions, confirm they meet business needs, and help drive a successful deployment with strong audit readiness.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Drive discovery sessions with finance and technical stakeholders to define needs, document workflows, and translate operational goals into system design decisions for the Concur environment.<br>• Build and manage a comprehensive testing approach by creating test scenarios, coordinating user validation activities, tracking issues, and confirming fixes through final release.<br>• Prepare and maintain clear system documentation, including functional requirements, standard operating procedures, workflow visuals, training content, and materials suitable for audit review.<br>• Participate directly in system setup and validation activities, contributing hands-on configuration support rather than serving only in a coordination capacity.<br>• Collaborate on interface testing across Concur and NetSuite, and support additional connected platforms such as payroll systems when applicable.<br>• Partner daily with IT and finance teams to ensure business requirements are accurately reflected in configuration choices and fully covered by test execution.<br>• Monitor defects, facilitate prioritization discussions, and support regression efforts to protect system performance through go-live and stabilization.<br>• Help maintain compliance-focused records and controls that support a regulated operating environment and internal audit expectations.
We are looking for a Senior Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations in Mira Loma, California and provide accurate, timely financial insight to business leaders. This role will guide the month-end close, strengthen reporting quality, and help shape a disciplined, scalable accounting environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to improve processes that support growth and sound decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, reconciliations, and financial transaction review to maintain accuracy and consistency.<br>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are prepared with precision.<br>• Produce and review financial statements, management reports, and operating analyses that support leadership planning and performance evaluation.<br>• Partner with executive stakeholders to enhance internal controls, refine accounting procedures, and elevate the reliability of financial data.<br>• Manage audit readiness by coordinating schedules, documentation, and responses for external audit requirements.<br>• Develop, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff, fostering a high-performing team with clear priorities and accountability.<br>• Oversee budgeting and forecasting support by translating financial activity into meaningful insights for operational and strategic planning.<br>• Identify and implement accounting automation opportunities and system enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
<p><strong>Senior Accounting Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Santa Ana, CA - Hybrid schedule</p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-Time, Direct Hire</p><p><strong>Industry:</strong> Manufacturing</p><p><br></p><p>A rapidly growing, private equity-backed manufacturing company is seeking a <strong>Senior Accounting Manager</strong> to join its finance leadership team. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who brings a strong foundation in <strong>month-end close, GAAP, and financial reporting</strong>, along with a blend of <strong>public accounting and private industry experience</strong>.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and can help strengthen accounting operations, support reporting requirements, and drive process improvements as the business continues to scale.</p><p><strong><em>Key Responsibilities</em></strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Oversee the preparation and review of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Manage financial reporting activities and support internal and external reporting requirements</li><li>Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure the integrity of financial data and reporting</li><li>Support annual audit activities and coordinate with external auditors</li><li>Assist with technical accounting matters and application of GAAP guidance</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and support scalability</li><li>Mentor and develop accounting staff while helping manage team priorities and workflow</li><li>Participate in ad hoc projects and leadership initiatives as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Financial Reporting Manager to support a leading financial services organization in Newport Beach, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a highly detail-oriented individual who brings strong expertise in financial reporting, fund accounting, and asset management within an investment-focused environment. The person in this role will oversee key reporting activities, monitor compliance obligations, and provide accurate financial information to internal and external stakeholders. This position is onsite five days per week and is well suited for someone who can operate confidently in a fast-paced, highly regulated setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and deliver recurring liquidity reports on a daily and weekly basis to support business visibility and decision-making.<br>• Produce a range of financial reports, including regulatory filings, investor materials, and special-request analyses, while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Support internal reporting needs by translating financial data into clear and reliable updates for leadership and business partners.<br>• Review transaction structures to confirm alignment with established requirements, controls, and governing agreements.<br>• Monitor borrowing-related obligations and help ensure ongoing adherence to debt covenant requirements.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather, validate, and reconcile financial information used in reporting packages.<br>• Create presentation-ready financial summaries and supporting schedules using Excel and PowerPoint for stakeholder review.
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee core accounting operations and strengthen compliance practices for a growing organization based in Brea, California. This role works closely with finance, operations, and senior leadership to improve reporting accuracy, reinforce internal controls, and support enterprise-wide initiatives. The position is well suited for someone who combines technical accounting knowledge with a practical approach to process improvement and team leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting activities, including oversight of the general ledger, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders across accounting, finance, and operations to refine workflows, resolve process gaps, and elevate the effectiveness of accounting operations.<br>• Strengthen compliance programs by evaluating internal controls, supporting policy adherence, and helping the organization maintain audit readiness.<br>• Manage financial statement audit support by coordinating documentation, responding to auditor requests, and driving resolution of identified issues.<br>• Guide process improvement efforts that increase efficiency, reduce risk, and support scalable accounting practices across multiple business locations.<br>• Contribute to large-scale accounting and operational initiatives, including enterprise system enhancements or implementation-related activities when applicable.<br>• Supervise and develop team members or project participants, setting clear expectations and promoting accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.<br>• Prepare and review accounting analyses and reporting deliverables for leadership, offering insights that support sound business and financial decisions.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities and provide day-to-day guidance to the team in Irvine, California. This position will oversee essential financial operations, support a timely close process, and help improve workload coordination across accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on leadership ability, and experience working in fast-paced manufacturing, consumer products, or distribution environments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting operations and help prioritize assignments across the team to ensure deadlines and departmental goals are met.<br>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities while supporting accurate transaction processing and issue resolution.<br>• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and review of financial results.<br>• Perform variance analysis and ad hoc reporting to provide insight into business performance and support decision-making.<br>• Administer the Avalara sales tax platform and maintain compliance with sales and use tax requirements.<br>• Review and support expense reporting processes, including oversight of employee reimbursements and related documentation.<br>• Assist accountants with shortage claims and help coordinate follow-up, resolution, and reporting as needed.<br>• Use advanced Excel tools such as PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and SUMIFS to analyze data, prepare reports, and improve reporting accuracy.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations in Anaheim, California. This role will oversee financial reporting activities, maintain the accuracy of the general ledger, and guide the monthly close process from start to finish. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to reconciliations and journal entries, and the ability to support audit readiness in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly closing cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are complete and accurate.<br>• Manage general ledger activity by reviewing transactions, maintaining account integrity, and resolving discrepancies.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and proper accounting treatment.<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances to keep balances accurate and current.<br>• Coordinate documentation and schedules required for financial statement audits and respond to auditor requests.<br>• Monitor accounting processes and recommend improvements that strengthen controls and reporting accuracy.<br>• Supervise day-to-day accounting activities and provide guidance to team members on best practices and priorities.
Robert Half Management Resources is partnering with a San Diego-based, project-driven organization (construction-focused) seeking an interim Director of Project Accounting to step in and drive operational improvements, strengthen processes, and lead a high-performing team.<br>This is a 4–6 month engagement, with a heavier on-site presence upfront, transitioning to a more flexible/remote cadence over time.<br><br>Position Overview<br>Reporting to the SVP & Controller, the Director of Project Accounting will lead and enhance project accounting operations, driving efficiency, accuracy, and cross-functional alignment. This leader will bring a strong blend of technical accounting expertise, operational leadership, and process improvement focus.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Strong focus on projects around Sales & Use tax, Inventory, tariff compliance, unique project considerations (cancellations, customer bankruptcies)<br>Partner cross-functionally with Project Controls, Construction, and Operations to design and optimize accounting processes while ensuring strong internal controls<br>Lead month-end close for project accounting, including WIP, job cost accruals, reserves, underbillings, deferred revenue, and joint ventures<br>Support quarter-end flux / variance analysis tied to project performance<br>Oversee complex balance sheet reconciliations and non-standard journal entries<br>Manage, mentor, and review the work of the project accounting team<br>Assist in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP<br>Identify issues proactively and implement process improvements and operational efficiencies<br>Support audit readiness and coordination with external auditors<br>Assist with due diligence efforts and special projects as needed<br><br><br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance<br>10+ years of progressive accounting experience<br>Strong project-based accounting experience within construction or similar industries<br>Expertise in:<br><br>Revenue recognition (ASC 606)<br>Change orders, contracts, cost-to-complete estimates<br>WIP accounting, reserves, claims, and settlements<br><br><br>Experience in multi-entity and consolidated environments<br>Ability to manage multiple complex projects (Lump Sum, GMP, T&M)<br>Experience overseeing audits and working with external auditors<br>Exposure to CMiC and/or Textura (ideal but not required)<br>CPA strongly preferred<br><br><br>Preferred Background<br><br>Construction industry with percentage-of-completion accounting<br>Big 4 or large public accounting experience<br>Strong Excel / MS Office skills<br><br><br>Engagement Details<br><br>Duration: 4–6 months<br>Location: San Diego (on-site preferred)<br>Flexibility: Open to candidates outside San Diego willing to travel upfront, with more remote flexibility over time
<p>A rapidly expanding biotechnology company is looking for a <strong>Staff Accountant I</strong> to join its corporate accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build a strong foundation while working alongside experienced accounting leaders. The organization offers exposure to month-end close, financial reporting, inventory accounting, and process improvement initiatives within a highly collaborative environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys learning, asking questions, and taking ownership of their work while contributing to a mission-driven organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p><strong>General Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, prepaid expenses, and balance sheet accounts</li><li>Assist with month-end and quarter-end close activities</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records</li><li>Support inventory accounting and cost allocations</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with financial statement preparation</li><li>Analyze account variances and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support annual audits and compliance reporting</li><li>Maintain accounting documentation in accordance with company policies</li></ul>