<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 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.
We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented accounting specialist to support financial operations in a manufacturing environment in California. This role focuses on maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening internal controls, and delivering analysis that helps leaders make informed business decisions. The position works closely with operations and corporate partners on inventory, fixed assets, cost activity, and month-end processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee capital spending activities by tracking requests, reviewing financial impact, and helping ensure proper approval and accounting treatment.<br>• Administer the fixed asset function, including asset records, capitalization, depreciation accuracy, and coordination with corporate teams.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries tied to the monthly and year-end close process while meeting a fast-paced reporting schedule.<br>• Create recurring financial reports and performance summaries for leadership, highlighting trends, risks, and operational results.<br>• Partner on physical inventory activities and support inventory control efforts to improve accuracy across the facility.<br>• Review inventory-related transactions such as scrap, adjustments, variances, standard cost changes, overhead allocations, and excess or obsolete balances.<br>• Develop and evaluate operational reports covering items such as scrap performance, unavailable inventory, ad hoc analysis, and work order closure follow-up.<br>• Provide backup support for bi-weekly hourly payroll submission and cycle count coordination when needed.<br>• Assist with financial analysis for capital projects and other investment-related evaluations, using internal systems to assess operating and financial performance.
We are looking for a Budget Analyst to support financial planning and budget oversight for a long-term contract opportunity based in Downey, California. This position focuses on developing, reviewing, and maintaining operating budgets while helping stakeholders make informed financial decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, and experience guiding budget activities in a structured environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain annual operating budget plans to support organizational financial objectives.<br>• Review budget submissions for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with approved funding guidelines.<br>• Monitor budget performance, analyze variances, and provide recommendations to improve financial control.<br>• Partner with internal teams to prepare forecasts, budget updates, and supporting financial reports.<br>• Track approved budgets and help ensure expenditures remain consistent with authorized allocations.<br>• Contribute to budget management activities by organizing data, validating assumptions, and supporting planning cycles.
<p>We are looking for an accomplished finance and accounting leader to support municipal operations in California. This Long-term Contract position will guide budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance activities while helping city leadership maintain a clear view of fiscal performance. The role is ideal for someone with deep public-sector accounting expertise who can strengthen controls, oversee core finance functions, and provide strategic direction across the department.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily operations across general ledger accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, and contract administration to ensure accurate and timely financial processing.</p><p>• Lead the development of the city’s annual budget by projecting revenue, expenditures, fund balance activity, and capital funding needs, while monitoring spending controls throughout the fiscal year.</p><p>• Provide leadership on accounting matters involving governmental reporting standards and fund-based financial management within a municipal environment.• Review monthly financial results and operating activity to evaluate the city’s financial condition and provide ongoing insight to leadership.</p><p>• Oversee fiscal year-end close activities, including reconciliation processes, preparation of financial statements, and completion of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.</p><p>• Set departmental objectives, assign priorities, establish timelines, and measure team performance against defined goals and service expectations.</p><p>• Assess financial policies, accounting workflows, and internal control practices, then recommend and implement improvements that support efficiency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.</p><p>• Examine financial documentation and authorize payments related to invoices, payroll, and other approved expenditures in accordance with established procedures.</p>
We are looking for a Payroll & Accounting Manager to lead payroll operations and support essential accounting activities in La Crescenta, California. This onsite position will play a central role in ensuring accurate semi-monthly payroll for a large, multi-location workforce while maintaining compliance with California labor requirements and payroll tax obligations. The role also contributes to month-end accounting, financial recordkeeping, and cross-functional coordination with HR, operations, and leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct semi-monthly payroll processing for a workforce of more than 600 employees across multiple locations, ensuring every pay cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Monitor payroll practices for compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, with particular attention to California wage and hour standards, sick leave rules, deductions, and garnishments.<br>• Investigate and resolve payroll variances by completing adjustments, correcting discrepancies, and administering final pay in accordance with applicable regulations.<br>• Manage quarterly and year-end payroll activities, including tax filings, reporting obligations, and W-2 preparation.<br>• Partner with HR and operations teams to apply employee updates such as hires, terminations, leave activity, and status changes to payroll records.<br>• Support the accounting function through journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and participation in month-end close activities.<br>• Contribute to oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes while helping maintain complete and accurate financial records.<br>• Assist with audit readiness, financial reporting, and coordination with outside accountants, auditors, and banking partners.<br>• Provide day-to-day guidance to payroll and accounting support staff, helping track priorities, maintain deadlines, and strengthen internal controls.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve payroll and accounting procedures, including effective use of systems such as ADP Workforce Now and related accounting platforms.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Project Manager or Accounting Manager to support our Orange County manufacturing client. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone in finance who combines strong cost accounting knowledge with the ability to guide complex, cross-functional initiatives. The position will work closely with multiple departmentsto keep key projects on track while also providing sound accounting expertise and clear communication across teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and coordinate two active initiatives at the same time, ensuring milestones, dependencies, and deliverables remain aligned with business objectives.</p><p>• Oversee the implementation progress of an accounts payable automation effort, partnering with stakeholders to support execution and issue resolution.</p><p>• Support the launch and ongoing coordination of a material-to-shipping project in collaboration with IT and supply chain teams.</p><p>• Apply manufacturing cost accounting knowledge to advise project decisions, including standard rate methodology and cost-related analysis.</p><p>• Track timelines, priorities, and project updates using tools such as Microsoft Project, Teams, or similar planning platforms.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver clear status updates and presentations for leadership and cross-functional groups.</p><p>• Contribute accounting expertise in areas such as general ledger activity and month-end close as needed to support operational goals.</p><p>• Report project progress, risks, and key decisions to the Controller while helping drive accountability across participating teams.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Finance & Commercial Risk Manager to support financial leadership and risk oversight for a major construction operation in California. This role blends strategic planning, project financial analysis, and commercial risk management to help safeguard profitability and strengthen business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, leadership capability, and a proven background in budgeting, reporting, cash management, and construction-related contract risk.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide and develop finance, accounting, payroll, and administrative team members while fostering accountability and focused growth across the district.<br>• Work closely with finance leadership and operational partners to align financial objectives with district strategy and business priorities.<br>• Deliver training and practical guidance on financial controls, commercial risk matters, and sound decision-making to support district teams.<br>• Coordinate the annual planning cycle, helping business leaders establish targets, monitor performance, and maintain ownership of results.<br>• Track receivables and cash flow across projects and district activities, identifying concerns early and recommending actions to protect liquidity.<br>• Collaborate with operations teams to assess project exposure, address cost variances, and implement plans that reduce financial and commercial risk.<br>• Support the development of the district’s overall risk profile and contribute to financing and risk management strategies for ongoing and future work.<br>• Oversee documentation and review processes related to insurance matters, subcontractor default coverage, claims activity, bonding, and other performance security requirements.<br>• Review and negotiate exceptions to standard supplier, subcontractor, consultant, owner, and project contract terms in partnership with leadership and project teams.<br>• Analyze district and project financial results, including profit trends, budget performance, funding adequacy, and joint venture partner financial strength, then provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
<p><strong>Title:</strong> Payroll Manager (with Accounting Support)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Los Angeles (hybrid) 2-4's onsite a month</p><p><strong>Industry:</strong> Nonprofit / Education</p><p>A nonprofit school is seeking a <strong>Payroll Manager</strong> with some <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> responsibilities. This role partners with the Controller, HR, and CFOO to ensure accurate payroll and support key accounting functions.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Own full-cycle payroll (timecards, taxes, benefits, 403b, garnishments)</li><li>Ensure compliance with CA/federal payroll laws</li><li>Reconcile payroll, benefits, and retirement contributions</li><li>Prepare payroll JE’s and support month-end close</li><li>Assist with audits, reporting, and accounting projects</li><li>Act as main point of contact for payroll inquiries</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance or similar</li><li>5+ years accounting + 2–3+ years payroll</li><li>Strong payroll compliance knowledge</li><li>Paylocity strongly preferred</li></ul>
We are looking for a Revenue Accounting Manager to lead accounts receivable operations for a large, multi-location restaurant and catering organization in Torrance, California. This role oversees billing accuracy, cash application, revenue reporting, and collection performance while helping maintain strong financial controls across a complex operating environment. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in revenue accounting, team leadership, and process improvement, along with the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-moving business.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct day-to-day accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, cash posting, collections follow-up, and resolution of account discrepancies across a high-volume, multi-unit business.<br>• Manage and develop the AR team by setting priorities, monitoring performance, and supporting consistent execution of department goals and service standards.<br>• Review revenue-related transactions and reporting to ensure accurate recognition, timely recording, and alignment with applicable accounting guidance and company policies.<br>• Prepare and approve journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and other month-end close deliverables tied to receivables and revenue accounts.<br>• Analyze aging reports, collection trends, and outstanding balances to identify risks, improve cash flow, and recommend corrective actions.<br>• Build and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and financial analyses that provide insight into billing activity, revenue patterns, and account performance.<br>• Partner with finance, operations, and other internal teams to resolve billing issues, streamline workflows, and strengthen communication across locations.<br>• Support audit requests and control compliance by maintaining organized documentation, validating account activity, and reinforcing sound accounting practices.<br>• Identify opportunities for automation and operational improvement, including enhancements to systems, reporting, and reconciliation processes such as ERP-related workflow updates.<br>• Oversee complex account reviews and bank-related reconciliations to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely issue resolution.
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide strategic planning, performance analysis, and operational oversight for our organization in Los Angeles, California. This role will work closely with executive leadership to shape financial direction, improve decision-making through clear reporting, and strengthen the processes that support long-term growth. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in project-based detail-oriented services environments and a strong command of both high-level financial strategy and day-to-day accounting operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Act as a trusted financial partner to senior leadership by advising on business performance, growth planning, investment decisions, and broader strategic priorities.<br>• Build and lead long-range financial plans, annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and scenario analyses that support sustainable profitability and organizational goals.<br>• Assess financial and operational results by examining revenue trends, margins, utilization, pricing effectiveness, client profitability, and resource deployment.<br>• Create executive-level dashboards, key performance indicators, and reporting packages that translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations.<br>• Direct enhancements to finance systems, reporting tools, and business intelligence capabilities to improve visibility and support future expansion.<br>• Oversee accounting and finance operations to maintain reliable records, strong controls, and consistent financial integrity across the organization.<br>• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure accurate and timely reporting in line with company standards and applicable regulations.<br>• Supervise core transactional processes including billing, receivables, collections, payables, payroll coordination, and related finance workflows.<br>• Ensure proper treatment of revenue recognition, project accounting, work-in-progress tracking, accruals, reconciliations, and intercompany activity across entities.
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on finance and operations leader to support the wholesale business in Burbank, California. This role blends financial oversight with operational leadership, helping the organization strengthen performance across planning, inventory, logistics, customer support, and core business processes. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong analytical capability, and experience guiding cross-functional improvements that increase efficiency, accountability, and scalability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct day-to-day business operations for the wholesale function, ensuring effective coordination across supply chain activities, inventory control, logistics, customer operations, and supporting systems.<br>• Build and monitor performance metrics that improve visibility into service levels, spending, productivity, and overall operating results while reinforcing accountability across teams.<br>• Work closely with senior leaders and partner functions such as Finance, Tax, Legal, HR, Compliance, and Technology to align priorities, manage risk, and support sound business decisions.<br>• Oversee inventory planning, warehouse activity, transportation, fulfillment, and external service providers to maintain reliable execution and cost-efficient operations.<br>• Lead recurring inventory reviews and corrective action plans related to excess stock, aging product, reconciliations, cycle counts, valuation concerns, and audit readiness.<br>• Partner on budgeting, forecasting, monthly performance reviews, and financial analysis to assess business trends, operating expenses, working capital needs, and cash flow impact.<br>• Create reporting tools, dashboards, and scenario analyses that give leadership clearer insight into performance drivers and support data-informed planning.<br>• Guide process improvement and transformation initiatives, including system enhancements, implementation efforts, user training, testing, and change adoption across the organization.<br>• Promote the practical use of analytics, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve reporting quality, operational efficiency, and decision-making.<br>• Foster a collaborative, high-accountability environment focused on continuous improvement, disciplined execution, and scalable growth.
We are looking for an experienced corporate tax leader to join a growing healthcare organization in Irvine, California. This position will oversee key tax activities, provide strategic guidance on corporate tax matters, and partner with leadership to support accurate reporting and compliance. The role is well suited for someone who brings a blend of public accounting and in-house experience, strong technical expertise, and the ability to lead within a large, multi-functional tax organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead corporate tax planning, compliance, and reporting activities to support the organization’s overall tax strategy.<br>• Direct the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax filings while ensuring accuracy and timely completion.<br>• Partner with senior leadership to evaluate tax implications of business decisions and recommend practical, risk-aware solutions.<br>• Oversee tax provision processes and maintain compliance with applicable accounting and regulatory standards.<br>• Collaborate with internal tax teams and cross-functional stakeholders to improve processes and strengthen operational effectiveness.<br>• Manage and mentor team members within the corporate tax function, fostering development and accountability.<br>• Support audits, tax examinations, and responses to regulatory inquiries by coordinating documentation and communications.<br>• Monitor changes in tax law and assess the impact on the business, developing action plans as needed.
<p>Robert Half is searching for an Accounts Payable Manager to start immediately for an assignment that offers great long-term potential. As the Accounts Payable Manager, you will match and batch code, resolve A/P issues, process expense reports, update and reconcile sub-ledger to G/L, and process checks. The assignment offers an opportunity to transition full-time. For immediate consideration email your resume to and call 626.463.2030 to schedule an interview.</p><p>Team Leadership:</p><p>· Supervise and lead the accounts payable team.</p><p>· Provide guidance, training, and support to team members.</p><p>Process Oversight:</p><p>· Ensure efficient and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and related transactions.</p><p>· Establish and enforce policies and procedures for accounts payable processes.</p><p>Invoice Approval:</p><p>· Review and approve high-value or critical invoices.</p><p>· Work closely with other departments for necessary approvals.</p><p>Payment Authorization:</p><p>· Authorize payments within established approval limits.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with payment terms and discount opportunities.</p><p>Budget Management:</p><p>· Collaborate with finance and budgeting teams to manage cash flow related to accounts payable.</p><p>· Monitor and control expenses within budgetary constraints.</p><p><br></p>
<p>illing Analyst</p><p><strong>Costa Mesa, CA | Contract-to-Hire</strong></p><p>Ready to put your analytical skills to work in a high-impact role?</p><p>We're seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Billing Analyst</strong> who enjoys solving complex problems, working with data, and driving operational excellence. This is more than just a billing position. It's an opportunity to become a trusted business partner, helping ensure financial accuracy, improve processes, and support critical business decisions.</p><p>If you're energized by fast-paced environments, love Excel, and enjoy partnering with both clients and internal teams, this could be the perfect next step in your career.</p><p>What You'll Be Doing</p><p>Own the Billing Process</p><p>Take the lead on the full invoicing cycle, ensuring invoices are accurate, timely, and compliant while keeping operations running smoothly.</p><p>Make an Impact on Cash Flow</p><p>Monitor accounts receivable activity, research discrepancies, support collections efforts, and help maintain healthy financial performance.</p><p>Transform Data into Action</p><p>Analyze billing trends, work-in-progress reports, and account activity to uncover insights, identify opportunities, and improve business outcomes.</p><p>Put Your Excel Skills to Work</p><p>Leverage advanced Excel functions including Pivot Tables, SUMIFS, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis tools to reconcile information, build reports, and drive efficiencies.</p><p>Collaborate Across the Business</p><p>Work closely with internal departments and external partners to resolve billing questions, provide updates, and ensure a seamless customer experience.</p><p>Enhance Processes</p><p>Bring fresh ideas and identify opportunities to improve reporting, streamline workflows, and elevate overall operational effectiveness.</p><p>Deliver Exceptional Service</p><p>Serve as a responsive and professional point of contact for billing, payment, and account-related inquiries.</p><p>Stay Organized and Audit Ready</p><p>Maintain accurate records and ensure data integrity within financial systems and reporting tools.</p><p>Why You'll Love This Opportunity</p><p>✅ <strong>Contract-to-Hire Pathway</strong> with strong long-term career potential</p><p>✅ <strong>Highly Visible Role</strong> where your work directly impacts financial performance</p><p>✅ <strong>Collaborative, Team-Focused Environment</strong> with exposure to multiple departments</p><p>✅ <strong>Opportunity to Influence Process Improvements</strong> and contribute ideas that drive results</p><ul><li>✅ <strong>Fast-Growing, Dynamic Organization</strong> where analytical thinkers can thrive</li></ul>
We are looking for a Data Analyst to support fraud detection and investigative reporting for a Long-term Contract opportunity based in Irvine, California. This role focuses on turning complex data into actionable insights that help identify suspicious activity, strengthen anti-fraud efforts, and support business decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical thinking, experience working with fraud-related datasets, and the ability to communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze transactional and behavioral data to uncover unusual patterns, emerging risks, and indicators of suspected fraud.<br>• Develop reports, dashboards, and data summaries that support fraud monitoring, case prioritization, and investigative follow-up.<br>• Partner with fraud prevention and investigation teams to translate data findings into practical actions and risk mitigation strategies.<br>• Review large datasets for inconsistencies, trends, and anomalies that may signal fraudulent activity or control weaknesses.<br>• Support ongoing anti-fraud initiatives by providing data-driven insights that improve detection accuracy and operational response.<br>• Document analytical findings in a clear and organized manner for business partners, investigators, and leadership review.<br>• Assist with refining data analysis methods and reporting processes to improve visibility into fraud trends and performance outcomes.
<p>We are looking for a hands-on CFO/Controller to lead the financial operations of a growing company in Brea, California. This position is ideal for a strategic yet detail-oriented leader who can oversee day-to-day accounting, deliver timely financial insight, and support business decisions with accurate reporting. The role offers the opportunity to build stronger internal processes, partner closely with leadership, and help shape the financial foundation of an expanding organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct core accounting activities, including general ledger oversight, accounts payable, payroll administration, and financial reporting for a growing employee base.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze profit and loss statements, cash flow updates, and other key performance reports to provide leadership with clear visibility into daily and monthly results.</p><p>• Manage monthly and year-end close activities, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Oversee payroll processing for hourly, salaried, and commission-based employees while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies.</p><p>• Strengthen financial controls and establish scalable accounting procedures that support continued business growth.</p><p>• Partner with ownership to develop budgets, forecasts, and financial plans that improve operational performance and profitability.</p><p>• Evaluate existing outsourced accounting activities and help transition appropriate financial functions to an internal structure.</p><p>• Use ServiceTitan and related business systems to monitor financial data, produce reporting, and support informed decision-making.</p><p>• Contribute financial guidance during periods of expansion, transactions, or other business changes requiring careful analysis and planning.</p>