50 Results for Tax Accountant Jobs in Murrieta, CA

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Tax Attorney

Costa Mesa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
Tax Practice Seeks California-Licensed Attorney – 40-Hour Week + Monthly BonusesA legal practice handling tax-related matters is seeking a California-licensed Tax Attorney to join its team. This is a 100% onsite opportunity offering a consistent 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule and 40-hour workweek, a casual office environment, and monthly bonus potential. The Tax Attorney will work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, touching approximately 300 cases per month. While prior tax law experience is preferred, the firm will also consider attorneys coming from other practice areas, including personal injury, criminal defense, or collections, as well as candidates with IRS experience. This position is 100% onsite. Tax Attorney Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide legal advice and counsel to clients regarding tax-related matters.</li><li>Review cases and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li><li>Prepare and review legal documents and case materials.</li><li>Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy.</li><li>Analyze evidence and develop strategies and arguments for matters requiring litigation.</li></ul> Perks:<ul><li>40 hour week!</li><li>Casual office environment</li><li>Monthly performance bonuses</li><li>Bonus potential averages approximately $1K–$5K per month, paid per settlement</li></ul>Pay: $110,000 - $180,000 DOE + monthly bonuses +benefits Benefits: health insurance, dental, vision benefits, and paid time off TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot][com]
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Tax Preparer

Brea, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Preparer to support the preparation of individual income tax filings for a tax consulting team in Brea, California. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone with hands-on experience handling individual tax returns accurately and efficiently. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with Lacerte tax software and can manage deadlines while maintaining a high standard of compliance and client service. Responsibilities:• Prepare individual income tax returns with accuracy, completeness, and attention to applicable tax rules.• Review financial and tax-related documents to gather the information needed for timely personal return filings.• Use Lacerte tax software to enter data, calculate tax positions, and finalize return documentation.• Identify missing, inconsistent, or unclear client information and follow up to resolve issues before submission.• Maintain organized tax files and supporting records in accordance with internal and regulatory standards.• Communicate with team members as needed to clarify return details and keep preparation work on schedule.• Monitor filing deadlines and prioritize workload to ensure returns are completed within required timeframes.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Orange, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a growing manufacturing and retail business in Orange, California. This position will focus on product costing, inventory valuation, and financial analysis that helps leadership understand margin performance and production efficiency. The role is well suited for someone who enjoys partnering with operations, bringing structure to cost data, and contributing to informed business decisions in a hands-on environment. Responsibilities: • Analyze production costs, material usage, labor, and overhead to maintain accurate standard costing across manufactured products. • Review inventory balances and valuation methods to support reliable financial reporting and strong cost controls. • Partner closely with plant and operations leaders to evaluate manufacturing performance, explain cost variances, and identify improvement opportunities. • Prepare margin and profitability reporting that gives leadership clear insight into product performance and key cost drivers. • Support the costing of new products and updates to existing product lines by assessing materials, processes, and expected production expenses. • Monitor standard cost changes and maintain cost records within NetSuite to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy. • Assist with monthly close activities related to inventory and cost accounting, helping deliver timely and accurate results. • Contribute to process improvements, including support for accounting system-related changes that affect costing workflows and reporting.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Huntington Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join our finance team in Huntington Beach, California. This role supports a manufacturing environment focused on clean energy solutions and will help deliver accurate cost insights, dependable reporting, and meaningful analysis for operational and financial decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, inventory analysis, and project-oriented accounting within a production setting. You will work closely with operations, engineering, and finance partners to improve visibility into performance, explain cost movements, and strengthen financial discipline. Responsibilities: • Support the monthly close cycle by preparing cost-related entries, reviewing results, and contributing to timely financial reporting. • Evaluate product, job, and project margins to identify performance risks, cost drivers, and opportunities for improvement across the business. • Analyze standard costs, bills of materials, labor usage, and overhead absorption to ensure manufacturing costs are accurate and well understood. • Investigate variances between actual and expected results, determine root causes, and communicate findings to finance and operational leaders. • Prepare financial analyses that compare current performance against prior periods, forecasts, and budget expectations. • Partner with operations and engineering teams to improve cost visibility, strengthen data accuracy, and support informed business decisions. • Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities by developing reliable cost assumptions and performance insights. • Help enhance reporting processes, internal controls, and process consistency, including support for new tools or system-related improvements when needed.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Newport Beach, CA
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Temporary to Hire
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a team in Newport Beach, California in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can quickly step into a fast-paced accounting environment, manage daily financial activities with limited onboarding, and support accurate reporting across property-related operations. The ideal candidate brings solid experience with accounting systems used in real estate or property management settings, along with a strong command of payroll, ledger activity, and financial statement review. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance. • Prepare and review bank reconciliations to ensure account accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies. • Process payroll activities with attention to compliance, accuracy, and established deadlines. • Produce financial reports and assist with the preparation and analysis of individual and consolidated financial statements. • Evaluate accounting records to confirm completeness, accuracy, and alignment with reporting requirements. • Support property accounting functions by tracking financial activity related to real estate portfolios and operating entities. • Utilize AppFolio or comparable property management accounting platforms to maintain records and execute core accounting tasks. • Contribute effectively in a high-volume environment by prioritizing work, meeting deadlines, and handling multiple financial processes simultaneously.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative finance team in San Diego, California. This role supports core accounting operations across receivables, payables, reconciliations, and close activities while helping maintain accurate financial records and strong internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working cross-functionally, and able to manage multiple accounting priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee the accounts receivable process from invoice generation through payment posting, applying cash accurately and following up on outstanding customer balances. • Carry out routine collection efforts and work closely with customers and internal teams to encourage timely payment resolution. • Coordinate with Sales to investigate billing questions, address account issues, and resolve discrepancies affecting customer invoices. • Match purchase orders, receiving records, and supplier invoices to confirm completeness and accuracy before payment processing. • Administer accounts payable activities, including weekly payment runs, manual disbursements, check distribution, and electronic payments such as ACH and wire transactions. • Review employee expense submissions for policy compliance and process approved reimbursements in a timely manner. • Prepare bank, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reconciliations each month and assist with journal entries and account analysis during period-end close. • Compile aging and balance reports for customers and vendors, track unbilled liabilities, manage prepayment amortization schedules, and maintain tax and vendor documentation. • Support audit requests by organizing schedules and providing supporting records, while partnering with Sales, Supply Chain, Quality, Receiving, and Operations to resolve accounting matters and improve workflow efficiency.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 41 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing company in Vista is adding a Staff Accountant to its Finance & Accounting team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how a business actually operates — not just recording transactions. You'll have exposure to general ledger accounting, inventory, cost accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting, working closely with Accounting and Operations.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close</li><li>Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate variances</li><li>Assist with cost accounting and manufacturing expense analysis</li><li>Review financial transactions for accurate coding</li><li>Maintain prepaid, accrual, and fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with AP and AR as needed</li><li>Prepare monthly financial reports</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support inventory counts and related accounting activities</li><li>Assist with standard cost and variance reporting</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with annual budget and forecast preparation</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for our team in San Diego, California. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing transactional accounting with project-based financial support and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The position will contribute to accurate reporting, vendor coordination, and timely financial processing across multiple priorities. Responsibilities: • Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, entering payment data, preparing check runs, and resolving billing issues with accuracy and timeliness. • Handle annual 1099 preparation and processing while maintaining complete and organized supporting documentation. • Maintain vendor records and communicate with suppliers to address questions, payment matters, and account updates. • Support construction-related accounting activities by preparing loan draw packages, processing change orders, reviewing budgets, and tracking required notices, lien releases, and insurance documents. • Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure account balances are accurate. • Assist with audit preparation and compliance-related reviews for properties by gathering records and supporting due diligence requests. • Update general ledger activity by preparing journal entries and helping maintain accurate financial records. • Compile monthly project financial reports and related subsidiary schedules to support management review and decision-making. • Provide administrative assistance as needed, including document filing, routine office support, and other tasks that contribute to smooth daily operations. • Take on additional duties as assigned to support team goals and overall business performance.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Irvine, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a contract position based in Irvine, California. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with strong accounts payable experience, solid general ledger knowledge, and the ability to manage financial activity accurately in a fast-paced environment. The position will contribute to invoice processing, payment administration, reconciliations, and financial reporting while helping maintain compliance across routine accounting functions. Responsibilities: • Process and review invoices for program-related, utility, and facility expenses to ensure timely and accurate payment. • Manage recurring accounts payable cycles, including preparing payments for scheduled check runs and coordinating disbursements each week. • Execute payments through electronic transactions and manual checks while maintaining complete supporting documentation. • Prepare, post, and reconcile journal entries within the general ledger to support accurate monthly financial records. • Track expenditures tied to grant-funded or government-supported programs and assist with reimbursement submission activities. • Communicate with vendors and external funding contacts to resolve billing questions, payment issues, and outstanding balances. • Perform bank reconciliations and monitor account activity to identify discrepancies and support accurate cash reporting. • Assist with month-end close tasks, including ledger review, financial data validation, and preparation of supporting schedules.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing Carlsbad organization is looking for a Staff Accountant to support its corporate accounting function. This is a well-rounded opportunity for an accountant who wants exposure to the full monthly close process and the opportunity to work alongside Finance, Operations, and leadership. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, prepaid, accrual, and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting schedules</li><li>Review transactions for proper coding and classification</li><li>Assist with AP and AR oversight and issue resolution</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Research unusual account activity and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with fixed asset accounting</li><li>Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with expense and budget-to-actual analysis</li><li>Prepare documentation for audits and tax filings</li><li>Maintain organized supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with process improvements and accounting projects</li><li>Partner with other departments to resolve accounting questions</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing North County construction company is looking for a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team and support multiple active projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands general accounting but also enjoys getting into the details behind project costs, subcontractors, billing, and job profitability. What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Track project-related labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses</li><li>Review job costs and compare actual spending against budgets</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and project-specific balances</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to assigned projects</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Prepare financial schedules and management reports</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external audits and tax requests</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Mission Viejo, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a Contract position based in Mission Viejo, California. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys working with financial records, investigating discrepancies, and keeping reporting activities accurate and timely. The person in this role will contribute to core accounting processes while helping maintain reliable data for business and tax-related needs. Responsibilities: • Prepare and organize financial information needed for recurring weekly reports, ensuring figures are complete and submitted on schedule. • Process accounting support documents such as invoices, check requests, and wire transfer requests with a high level of accuracy. • Enter financial data into accounting records and perform reconciliations to confirm balances align with supporting documentation. • Investigate payment overdraft issues by reviewing account activity, identifying root causes, and helping resolve discrepancies. • Analyze month-over-month cost fluctuations and research notable variances to support financial visibility and follow-up. • Assist with journal entry preparation and posting to maintain accurate accounting records within the general ledger. • Support day-to-day research requests related to transactions, account activity, and financial exceptions. • Help maintain organized documentation for accounting activities to support internal review and reporting needs.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working onsite and can manage a blend of transactional accounting, record maintenance, and financial data accuracy. The position will contribute to core accounting activities while helping keep financial information organized, current, and reliable. Responsibilities: • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities with accuracy and timeliness. • Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting transactions and monthly close work. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger records to ensure financial information is complete and accurate. • Perform data entry and data cleanup tasks to improve the quality and consistency of accounting records. • Assist with corporate tax and sales tax support activities, including organizing documentation and preparing related information. • Help compile schedules and supporting details for corporate tax return preparation and review. • Work onsite with internal stakeholders to address accounting questions and resolve record discrepancies. • Monitor financial documentation and update accounting files to support audit readiness and reporting needs.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Ontario, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 37 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Ontario, California. This role is ideal for someone who can move comfortably between general ledger work, account analysis, and high-volume accounts payable while maintaining accuracy across multiple entities. The successful candidate will bring strong Excel capability, sound accounting judgment, and the initiative to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage account reconciliations across multiple business entities, reviewing records from separate file repositories and systems to resolve discrepancies thoroughly. • Support full-cycle accounting activities, including preparing journal entries, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and assisting with period-end close tasks. • Address an initial backlog of accounts payable transactions, including three-way matching and daily processing of a high volume of invoices. • Investigate financial variances by tracing supporting documentation, validating balances, and identifying items that require correction or follow-up. • Use Excel to organize large data sets, analyze account activity, and prepare clear reporting that supports accounting decisions. • Assist with sales tax and corporate tax-related accounting tasks, including gathering data and supporting compliance documentation as needed. • Collaborate with internal teams to confirm invoice details, payment support, and account coding to ensure timely and accurate processing. • Contribute to process improvement efforts, including the effective use of AI-enabled tools that enhance accounting efficiency and accuracy.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Laguna Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are inviting applications for the role of a Staff Accountant in Laguna Beach, California. This role is central to our clients real estate team, primarily focusing on accounts payable tasks using Yardi software. The role is in-office and offers an exciting opportunity for those with a background in accounting. Responsibilities:• Execute and supervise accounts payable using Yardi software• Perform check runs and contribute to other accounting tasks as needed• Offer support to property management and office tasks as required• Ensure precision and meticulousness in all financial transactions• Handle accounts receivable tasks and bank reconciliations• Maintain and manage the general ledger• Record and manage journal entries• Close financial records at the end of each month• Use accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP effectively.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Grants Accountant

Banning, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
72000 - 93000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Grants Accountant to support financial oversight for grant-funded programs in California. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who understands regulated funding environments and can manage reporting, reconciliations, and close activities with accuracy. The role will work across budgeting, compliance, and general ledger functions to help maintain strong financial controls and reliable grant reporting. Responsibilities: • Manage accounting activity for grant-funded programs, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and align with applicable funding requirements. • Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger integrity, and support timely month-end close procedures. • Monitor grant budgets, track expenditures against approved funding, and assist with financial planning for current and upcoming awards. • Reconcile balance sheet and grant-related accounts, including bank reconciliations, to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records. • Produce financial reports and supporting schedules for internal stakeholders and external funding sources as needed. • Review accounting processes for compliance with GAAP and organization-specific grant guidelines within a government, nonprofit, or Tribal environment. • Partner with program and finance teams to clarify spending activity, document allocations, and strengthen financial accountability across grant programs.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Pomona, CA
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support government finance operations through a contract assignment. This role will manage complex accounting activities across grants, revenues, debt service, and enterprise funds while helping maintain accurate financial records and timely reporting. The position is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and can analyze detailed financial data, oversee critical close processes, and provide dependable support to finance leadership. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly and year-end close activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and on schedule. • Prepare and review journal entries, maintain general ledger integrity, and resolve discrepancies through detailed account analysis. • Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and fund activity to support complete and accurate reporting. • Administer accounting work related to government grants, including tracking expenditures, monitoring compliance, and supporting reimbursement documentation. • Produce internal and external financial reports, including schedules and supporting documents for annual reporting requirements. • Analyze revenues, enterprise fund activity, and debt service transactions to identify variances, trends, and reporting issues. • Assist with budget development, expenditure monitoring, and financial forecasting by providing reliable accounting data and analysis. • Support audits and finance management requests by preparing documentation, answering accounting questions, and ensuring adherence to applicable regulations.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Costa Mesa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in Costa Mesa, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, guiding the monthly close cycle, and delivering meaningful reporting insights to accounting leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment in reviewing financial activity, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external auditors. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly close process and help ensure financial reporting is completed accurately and on schedule. • Prepare monthly financial statements and provide clear analytical summaries and observations to the Controller. • Review and approve general ledger reconciliations to support the accuracy and completeness of account balances. • Oversee reconciliation activity tied to cross-functional departments and confirm that transactions are properly reflected in the ledger. • Evaluate and approve journal entries prepared by accounting staff to maintain strong financial controls. • Review weekly payment runs and purchase order activity to verify accuracy, documentation, and required approvals. • Support accounting operations related to receivables and partner with campus departments to ensure proper fixed asset accounting practices. • Manage data flow between accounting, payroll, and other connected systems to help maintain reliable financial information. • Work directly with external auditors during annual audits and assist with the preparation of organizational tax filings while ensuring adherence to internal policies and procedures.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Fullerton, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a non-profit organization in Fullerton, California. This role combines core accounting leadership with significant payroll oversight, making it ideal for someone who is equally comfortable managing financial close activities and supporting accurate employee compensation. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to day-to-day financial integrity while strengthening key reconciliation and reporting processes. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly close activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, account analyses, and supporting schedules. • Oversee payroll-related accounting work for a substantial portion of the role, ensuring timely and accurate processing through Dayforce. • Maintain the general ledger and verify that financial transactions are recorded correctly and in accordance with accounting standards. • Perform detailed reconciliations for accounts receivable, bank accounts, and other balance sheet accounts to resolve discrepancies promptly. • Prepare payroll accruals, validate related entries, and support the accurate posting of payroll expenses and liabilities. • Partner with internal stakeholders to investigate variances, improve reporting accuracy, and maintain strong financial controls. • Support recurring financial reporting by organizing documentation and ensuring the completeness of month-end deliverables.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team. This role is suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys working in a fast-moving growth environment and taking ownership of core financial operations. The position will support accurate reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to maintain sound financial controls. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule. • Examine and authorize journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports to maintain the accuracy of accounting records. • Manage general ledger activity, accruals, revenue accounting, and balance sheet reconciliations while supporting strong financial integrity. • Develop and refine accounting procedures and internal controls that can support continued business growth and operational complexity. • Work closely with international headquarters, internal departments, and outside accounting partners to align financial reporting and resolve accounting matters. • Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce close timelines, and enhance the reliability of financial reporting. • Support ERP and reporting system improvements, including enhancements, integrations, and optimization efforts related to accounting operations.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Brea, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Brea, California. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing financial reporting, ensuring compliance, and supporting various accounting functions. This position requires a proactive and results-driven individual with a strong command of accounting principles and advanced Excel skills. Responsibilities: • Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. • Prepare and review general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations. • Consolidate financial reports and provide insights to support decision-making processes. • Respond to audit requests and assist in preparing documentation for compliance reviews. • Review and verify tax returns, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. • Collaborate with accounts payable and other departments to address and resolve inquiries. • Utilize advanced Excel functions, including macros, to streamline and improve reporting processes. • Work closely with financial leadership to identify opportunities for operational efficiency. • Ensure all financial records are maintained in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. • Provide support during peak periods, staying flexible to meet deadlines and business needs.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Newport Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing accounting team in Newport Beach, California. This role is responsible for supporting an accurate and timely close process while helping maintain the integrity of consolidated financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to work effectively across monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles. Responsibilities: • Lead assigned aspects of the monthly close by preparing, reviewing, and validating journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules. • Maintain accuracy across general ledger activity by analyzing account balances, resolving discrepancies, and documenting conclusions clearly. • Coordinate complex accounting tasks related to consolidations, including foreign currency remeasurement, intercompany eliminations, and expense allocations. • Support special accounting initiatives by organizing deliverables, preparing related entries, and ensuring complete documentation for each project. • Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency and recommend practical process enhancements that strengthen timeliness and accuracy. • Contribute to the development and application of accounting policies that promote consistent reporting across the organization. • Partner with internal and external auditors by assembling audit schedules, responding to requests, and providing detailed financial support during quarterly and year-end reviews. • Assist with internal and external financial reporting by preparing information used in management packages and regulatory filings while following established controls and compliance standards.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Fullerton, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a non-profit organization in Fullerton, California. This position combines core accounting leadership with significant payroll responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who is equally comfortable managing month-end activities and overseeing accurate payroll processing. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain precise financial records in a mission-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, reviewing account activity, and ensuring timely completion of financial reporting tasks. • Maintain the general ledger by recording, analyzing, and correcting transactions to support accurate financial statements. • Oversee payroll operations for a substantial portion of the role, ensuring employees are paid accurately and in compliance with applicable policies and regulations. • Reconcile accounts receivable balances and investigate discrepancies to keep records complete and current. • Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations, resolving variances and documenting findings as needed. • Prepare and review supporting schedules, account analyses, and other documentation required for audits and internal review. • Partner with internal stakeholders to address accounting and payroll questions, improve accuracy, and support day-to-day financial operations. • Use payroll and accounting systems effectively, including Dayforce, to process transactions and maintain reliable records.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

Palm Desert, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Job Title: Project Coordinator / Project AccountantLocation: Palm Desert, CAIndustry: ConstructionSchedule: Onsite OverviewA growing construction company in Palm Desert is seeking a detail-oriented professional with a blend of project management and basic accounting experience to support daily operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and understands the workflow of custom home building projects, particularly in the high-end residential space. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport project management functions across residential construction projectsAssist with budgeting, job costing, invoice tracking, and other basic accounting tasksCoordinate project documentation, schedules, and communication with internal teams and vendorsHelp monitor project progress to ensure timelines and financial details remain on trackMaintain accurate records and update information within internal systemsAssist with contract, purchase order, and change order trackingProvide general administrative and operational support for construction projects Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience in the construction industry requiredProject management background strongly preferredBasic accounting experience requiredExperience supporting custom home building projects preferredHigh-end residential construction experience is highly desirableExperience with Sage 100 preferredStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environmentStrong communication and coordination skills Ideal CandidateBrings a strong understanding of construction project flowComfortable working with both operational and accounting-related responsibilitiesHighly organized, proactive, and resourcefulAble to work effectively with internal teams, vendors, and project stakeholders
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
This is the kind of Senior Accountant role that can actually move your career forward.A well-established North County organization is looking for a Senior Accountant to join its accounting team and take ownership of complex accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This position is designed for someone who has mastered the fundamentals of accounting and is ready for more ownership, more visibility, and more exposure to the business.You'll work closely with the Controller and accounting leadership while becoming a key resource for financial reporting and accounting projects. This is a particularly strong opportunity for someone who eventually wants to move into an Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller position. What you'll be responsible for:<ul><li>Own assigned portions of the monthly and quarterly close process.</li><li>Prepare and review complex journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze general ledger activity and investigate unusual transactions.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Analyze income statement and balance sheet activity.</li><li>Assist with audit schedules and respond to auditor requests.</li><li>Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities.</li><li>Prepare recurring management reports and financial analysis.</li><li>Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend corrective action.</li><li>Help improve accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls.</li><li>Participate in system implementations, process improvements, and special accounting projects.</li><li>Serve as a resource for junior accounting staff and assist with training when needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

50 results for Tax Accountant in Murrieta, CA