Senior Project Accountant Consultant<br><br>Robert Half Management Resources is seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant Consultant to support a growing construction organization. This consultant will serve as a key member of the accounting team, providing hands-on project accounting support, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, improving processes, and partnering closely with project managers and operational leaders. The ideal candidate will bring strong construction accounting experience, audit support expertise, and the ability to quickly step into a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities<br>Oversee project accounting activities for assigned construction projects, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and GAAP.<br>Partner with Project Managers and operational stakeholders to provide financial insights, resolve accounting issues, and support project success.<br>Review contracts and understand project-specific accounting requirements, billing terms, and financial obligations.<br>Prepare and support interim and year-end audit requests, maintaining thorough and accurate documentation.<br>Review and track preliminary notices, lien waivers, and subcontractor compliance documentation.<br>Prepare and review AIA billings and supporting schedules.<br>Process and monitor subcontractor payments, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.<br>Review project cost coding and validate vendor and subcontractor invoices.<br>Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis.<br>Assist with sales tax and job cost-related accruals in accordance with applicable regulations.<br>Support accounts receivable activities, including billing reconciliation and cash application.<br>Identify opportunities to streamline and improve project accounting processes, reporting, and controls.<br>Ensure adherence to month-end, quarter-end, and annual reporting deadlines.<br>Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff as needed.<br>Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned.<br>Qualifications<br>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.<br>5+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years of construction or project accounting experience.<br>Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting controls.<br>Experience supporting interim and year-end external audits.<br>Experience working in publicly traded or SOX-compliant environments preferred.<br>Proven experience with project accounting, job costing, progress billing, and subcontractor management.<br>Working knowledge of AIA billing requirements.<br>Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems.<br>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.<br>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.<br>Excellent communication and business partnering abilities.<br>CPA, CMA, or CCIFP designation preferred.<br>Consultant Profile<br><br>The successful consultant will be a hands-on accounting professional who can quickly learn the organization's processes, support project accounting operations, improve efficiencies, and provide accurate financial reporting. This individual will thrive in a dynamic construction environment and effectively partner with both finance and project management teams to ensure timely and accurate financial execution.<br><br>Location: San Diego, CA (onsite preferred) or Remote within Pacific or Central Time Zones<br><br>Engagement Type: Consultant / Contract Engagement through Robert Half Management Resources.
We are looking for an experienced tax leader to guide a sophisticated practice focused on complex client needs in Newport Beach, California. This role blends technical tax leadership, strategic client counsel, and team development, making it ideal for someone who thrives in both advisory and operational oversight. The successful candidate will help shape the direction of the tax function while delivering high-quality service to high-net-worth clients and related entities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the day-to-day leadership of the tax practice, overseeing services for high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, estates, partnerships, S corporations, and LLCs.<br>• Deliver advanced tax guidance across income tax matters, estate and gift considerations, wealth transfer strategies, and succession planning for closely held businesses.<br>• Review and approve tax filings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to applicable federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Build and strengthen long-term relationships with clients and external advisors, including family offices, attorneys, bankers, and wealth management professionals.<br>• Evaluate client situations to uncover planning opportunities that can improve tax efficiency and support broader financial objectives.<br>• Coach, mentor, and develop tax professionals, promoting technical excellence, accountability, and a strong client service mindset.<br>• Oversee workflow management, staffing allocation, filing deadlines, and overall practice performance to support efficient delivery and profitability.<br>• Monitor legislative and regulatory tax developments and translate changes into practical guidance for clients and internal teams.<br>• Support growth initiatives through networking, referral development, and collaboration with firm leadership on strategic business opportunities.
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to support a long-term contract opportunity within the energy and natural resources sector in Newport Beach, California. This role will lead critical tax reporting and compliance activities, with a strong focus on annual income tax provision work and corporate return oversight. The ideal candidate brings deep technical tax expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex filings and provision processes in a dynamic business environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and review of annual income tax provisions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with applicable accounting and tax standards.<br>• Oversee the completion of corporate tax returns and related filings while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.<br>• Manage sales and use tax activities, including reporting, reconciliations, and issue resolution across relevant jurisdictions.<br>• Utilize CCH ProSystem Fx to prepare, analyze, and maintain tax workpapers, returns, and supporting documentation.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather financial data, assess tax impacts, and support timely reporting deadlines.<br>• Provide guidance on entity formation matters by evaluating tax considerations and documenting appropriate filing requirements.<br>• Review tax provision calculations and supporting schedules to identify risks, inconsistencies, and opportunities for process improvement.<br>• Support special tax projects and operational changes that affect reporting workflows, including updates to tax processes or related systems when needed.
<p><strong><u>Tax Practice Seeks California-Licensed Attorney – 40-Hour Week + Monthly Bonuses</u></strong></p><p>A legal practice handling tax-related matters is seeking a <strong>California-licensed Tax Attorney</strong> 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 <strong>Tax Attorney </strong>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This position is 100% onsite.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Tax Attorney Responsibilities</u>:</strong></p><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><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks</u>:</strong></p><ul><li>40 hour week!</li><li>Casual office environment</li><li>Monthly performance bonuses</li><li>Bonus potential averages approximately <strong>$1K–$5K per month</strong>, paid per settlement</li></ul><p><strong><u>Pay</u></strong>: $110,000 - $180,000 DOE + monthly bonuses +benefits</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Benefits</u></strong>: health insurance, dental, vision benefits, and paid time off</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot][com]</u></em></strong></p>
We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting / Controller to lead the organization’s accounting function in Santa Ana, California. This role will oversee financial reporting, internal controls, and process optimization while ensuring accurate, timely, and meaningful financial information for business decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound technical accounting judgment, and the ability to partner across teams to support the company’s financial objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the day-to-day accounting function and provide leadership, coaching, and oversight to accounting team members.<br>• Establish, formalize, and maintain accounting policies and procedures that support consistent financial practices and compliance standards.<br>• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results with clear analysis, reliable reporting, and relevant performance insights for leadership review.<br>• Ensure financial transactions are recorded promptly and accurately, with complete reconciliations and supporting documentation in place.<br>• Build and oversee a strong internal control environment, including monitoring effectiveness, addressing gaps, and guiding corrective actions where needed.<br>• Identify and implement improvements to accounting systems, workflows, and integrations to increase efficiency and strengthen operational performance.<br>• Partner with colleagues across departments to monitor financial results, support planning efforts, and help advance broader business goals.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to support timely audits, tax planning activities, and ongoing compliance obligations.<br>• Lead the rollout of enhanced accounting and tax processes, introducing practical procedures and tools that improve accuracy and productivity.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounting activity for grant-funded programs, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and align with applicable funding requirements.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger integrity, and support timely month-end close procedures.<br>• Monitor grant budgets, track expenditures against approved funding, and assist with financial planning for current and upcoming awards.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet and grant-related accounts, including bank reconciliations, to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records.<br>• Produce financial reports and supporting schedules for internal stakeholders and external funding sources as needed.<br>• Review accounting processes for compliance with GAAP and organization-specific grant guidelines within a government, nonprofit, or Tribal environment.<br>• Partner with program and finance teams to clarify spending activity, document allocations, and strengthen financial accountability across grant programs.
We are looking for a strategic and entrepreneurial leader to guide an Accounts Payable recovery audit function in Santa Ana, California. This position is well suited for a senior audit specialist who can shape client strategy, strengthen operational performance, and communicate financial value to executive stakeholders. The role combines practice leadership, client advisory work, and team development within a fast-paced services environment focused on measurable cost optimization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the Accounts Payable recovery audit practice, leading client engagements, team delivery, and overall financial performance for the function.<br>• Oversee the full audit process, including data intake, review preparation, exception analysis, claim support, and recovery monitoring.<br>• Work closely with client finance, procurement, and shared services leaders to uncover duplicate disbursements, missed credits, overpayments, and vendor-related compliance gaps.<br>• Design tailored audit approaches that use data analysis, automation, and benchmarking insights to identify savings opportunities and underlying process issues.<br>• Present audit results, recovery opportunities, and operational improvement recommendations to senior executives such as CFOs, controllers, and procurement leaders.<br>• Lead recovery discussions with vendors and suppliers, securing funds on behalf of clients while maintaining accurate support and clear reporting.<br>• Build strong client and supplier relationships that support efficient claim resolution and long-term engagement success.<br>• Drive practice expansion by identifying new business opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to revenue and profitability goals.<br>• Mentor and develop team members, setting direction, promoting accountability, and building leadership capability within the group.
<p><strong>YOUR NUMBERS SHOULD TELL THE STORY OF THE PROPERTY.</strong></p><p>A well-established commercial real estate organization is looking for a <strong>Property Accountant</strong> to support the accounting operations for a portfolio of commercial properties.</p><p>This role is ideal for someone who enjoys accounting but wants to work in an environment where the numbers have a direct connection to <strong>leases, operating expenses, tenants, budgets, and property performance</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>You'll work alongside Property Managers and Accounting leadership to ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and useful.</p><p><strong><u>THE DAY-TO-DAY</u></strong></p><p><strong>General Ledger</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries</li><li>Reconcile property-level balance sheet accounts</li><li>Maintain accurate GL activity</li><li>Assist with monthly close</li></ul><p><strong>Property Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain financial records for assigned properties</li><li>Review property expenses and supporting documentation</li><li>Track operating expenses and recoveries</li><li>Assist with CAM reconciliations</li><li>Review tenant-related accounting activity</li><li>Assist with annual budgets and forecasts</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly property financial statements</li><li>Analyze budget-to-actual variances</li><li>Prepare management reports</li><li>Investigate unusual fluctuations</li><li>Provide financial information to Property Managers</li></ul><p><strong>Additional responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with audits and tax requests</li><li>Maintain supporting schedules</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts</li><li>Review invoices and coding as needed</li><li>Assist with process improvements and accounting projects</li></ul>
<p><strong>ACCOUNTING + REAL ESTATE + OPERATIONS = A ROLE WITH REAL VARIETY.</strong></p><p>A growing real estate organization in <strong>Rancho Santa Fe</strong> is looking for a <strong>Property Accounting Coordinator</strong> to support the accounting and operational side of a portfolio of properties.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone with accounting experience who enjoys working with <strong>property managers, vendors, tenants, budgets, and financial records</strong>. You'll serve as an important connection between the accounting team and the people managing the properties day to day.</p><p><strong><u>YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES</u></strong></p><p><strong>Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with property-level bookkeeping and accounting</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations</li><li>Post journal entries and recurring transactions</li><li>Assist with monthly close</li><li>Maintain property accounting schedules</li><li>Review transactions for accuracy</li></ul><p><strong>Property Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate financial documentation with Property Managers</li><li>Track property expenses</li><li>Review vendor invoices and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with tenant-related accounting activity</li><li>Maintain vendor and property records</li><li>Assist with budget tracking</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly property reports</li><li>Assist with budget-to-actual comparisons</li><li>Research unusual expenses or variances</li><li>Compile information for management reporting</li><li>Assist with annual budget preparation</li></ul><p><br></p>