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Senior Accountant

Pasadena, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 37 USD / Hourly
Are you a meticulous and detail-oriented Senior Accountant? As a Senior Accountant, you will be in charge of financial statement preparation and consolidation, account analysis and reconciliations, cash flow analysis, budgets and forecasting, audit preparation, and internal control maintenance and regulatory reporting. Our positions offer great long-term potential and stellar compensation and benefits packages. Financial Analysis:· Conduct in-depth financial analysis to provide insights into the organization's financial performance.· Analyze trends, variances, and key performance indicators to support strategic decision-making.Month-End and Year-End Closing:· Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes.· Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with accounting standards.Financial Reporting:· Prepare and present detailed financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.· Communicate financial results, trends, and forecasts to senior management.Budgeting and Forecasting:· Collaborate with management in the development and monitoring of budgets.· Assist in the forecasting process, providing financial projections and insights.Supervision and Training:· Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff· Provide guidance on complex accounting issues and ensure the accuracy of their work.Compliance and Audits:· Ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and regulatory requirements.· Coordinate and support internal and external audits.Process Improvement:· Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements within the accounting department.· Implement changes to enhance the overall effectiveness of financial processes. If interested, please send your resume AND THEN call 626.463.2030 to schedule your interview.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a large, stable division of a national leader in their industry, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Accountant to join their team. This position will be responsible for performing all accounting functions including general ledger entries, accounts payable, fixed assets, tax, financial and compliance reporting, forecasting, costing files, and assisting with the annual budget. Additional duties include monthly balancing, inventory management, and recording and timely reporting of accounting records/transactions.This critical role will lead the month-end close process and will be an integral part in the implementation, communication, and interpretation of accounting and financial policies, controlling and improving systems. The Senior Accountant will also supervise external and internal audit processes, ensure proper internal controls are sustained, and provide analytical support to various departments relating to accounting issues.The successful candidate should prioritize safety and uphold the company's policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards. If you're ready to take on a fresh challenge, grow your career and contribute to making our company a safer place, apply today!Nucor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in our employment and personnel practices.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Cost Accountant

Paramount, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to support cost planning, financial analysis, and reporting within a manufacturing environment in Paramount, California. This role focuses on evaluating production expenses, inventory activity, labor costs, and material usage to help leadership make informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of standard costing and cost analysis, along with the ability to identify trends that influence margins and operational efficiency. Responsibilities: • Prepare and maintain cost accounting records for materials, labor, overhead, and inventory across manufacturing operations. • Review production and purchasing data to determine cost trends and explain significant variances affecting financial performance. • Evaluate the cost impact of updates to product specifications, material inputs, and manufacturing processes. • Analyze standard costs and actual results to support budgeting, forecasting, and profitability assessments. • Partner with operations and finance teams to improve cost visibility and strengthen reporting accuracy. • Monitor inventory-related transactions and reconcile cost data to ensure reliable valuation and reporting. • Develop reports that highlight pricing, margin, and cost drivers for products and services. • Support ongoing improvements to costing methods, internal controls, and related financial processes as needed.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Senior Accounting Manager

Mira Loma, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
160000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accounting Manager to guide the accounting function in Mira Loma, California. This role is responsible for delivering timely financial results, maintaining accurate records, and creating dependable reporting that supports business performance. The position works closely with leadership to strengthen controls, refine accounting workflows, and help build a team and structure that can support continued growth. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting activities and ensure transactions are recorded accurately, completely, and in accordance with company policies. • Manage the month-end close cycle, coordinating schedules, reviews, and reconciliations to produce timely and reliable financial statements. • Oversee general ledger integrity by reviewing journal entries, account analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations. • Prepare and present financial reports that provide leadership with clear insight into operating results and key business trends. • Partner with executive stakeholders on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to support informed decision-making. • Establish, monitor, and enhance internal controls to reduce risk and promote compliance across accounting processes. • Lead audit readiness efforts by coordinating documentation, responding to external audit requests, and supporting a smooth review process. • Develop and mentor accounting staff, setting performance expectations and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team. • Identify opportunities to streamline workflows through accounting automation and system enhancements where they add value to accuracy and efficiency.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Manager

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Tax Manager to lead advanced tax engagements for high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and closely held companies. This position focuses on delivering thoughtful tax guidance, overseeing complex filings, and helping clients navigate planning opportunities with confidence. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise across individual, business, estate, and trust taxation, along with the ability to mentor staff and manage client expectations effectively. Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation and review of sophisticated tax returns for individuals, corporations, pass-through entities, estates, and trusts. • Advise high-net-worth clients and privately owned businesses on tax strategies designed to support long-term financial objectives. • Develop forward-looking tax plans that identify savings opportunities, manage exposure, and address changing regulations. • Provide guidance on specialized matters such as research and development tax incentives and like-kind exchange transactions. • Resolve tax notices and represent clients in communications related to filing issues, examinations, and other tax matters. • Oversee the timely delivery of client engagements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and a high standard of service. • Review financial information and statements to assess tax implications and support compliance and planning work. • Supervise, coach, and develop entry-level tax professionals by providing technical direction and performance feedback.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

City of Industry, CA
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Temporary / Contract
48.08 - 52.88 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is actively recruiting for an strong Sr. Accountant to join the loan staff practice. The consultant’s primary responsibilities will be supporting the accounting team with month end close, booking journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, doing flux analysis and complex accounting entries. In addition, the consultant will need a strong understanding of GAAP accounting. This role is onsite. Technical Skills: - Strong month end close experience (Booking entries, Reconciliations, critical thinking skills) - Complex financial transaction experience (Accruals, Bonds, Loans, Debt covenants) - Capital projects (depreciation, additions, disposals) - Analyze monthly financial statements’ actual to budget and balance sheet flux analysis - Support external audit if needed - Heavy excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, large data sets) Soft Skills: - Ability to understand business processes quickly - Communicates effectively with various levels within the organization
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

City of Industry, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in City of Industry, California. This role will oversee key close activities, maintain accurate financial records, and strengthen reconciliation processes across multiple accounts. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound knowledge of IFRS, and the ability to work effectively with accounting systems and advanced Excel tools. Responsibilities: • Manage monthly and year-end closing tasks, ensuring financial activity is recorded completely and on schedule. • Prepare and review journal entries, account analyses, and supporting documentation to maintain ledger accuracy. • Perform detailed reconciliations for bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other key financial records, resolving discrepancies promptly. • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by monitoring transactions and verifying proper account classification. • Support financial reporting by compiling accurate data and assisting with the preparation of statements in accordance with applicable standards. • Use Microsoft Excel to analyze account activity, identify trends, and improve reporting efficiency. • Work within Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains to process accounting transactions and maintain reliable system records. • Partner with internal teams to clarify accounting issues, improve documentation, and strengthen month-end processes.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Culver City, CA
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Temporary / Contract
36 - 42 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a busy finance team in Culver City on a on a long-term contract assignment. This onsite role will support critical accounting operations during a demanding reporting period, with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and year-end readiness. The ideal candidate brings solid hands-on accounting experience, works well independently, and can contribute quickly in a high-volume environment. Responsibilities:• Reconcile bank activity across multiple accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.• Oversee reconciliation work tied to credit card processors, ensuring transactions are properly matched and resolved.• Prepare, review, and record journal entries in support of daily and period-end accounting activity.• Assist with accrual calculations and validate the appropriate cutoff between prior-year and current-year transactions.• Contribute to month-end and year-end close efforts by organizing schedules, supporting reporting, and helping the team meet accelerated deadlines.• Support audit and year-end preparation by compiling documentation and responding to accounting information requests.• Allocate interest-related entries and help ensure related balances are recorded correctly.• Provide broader general ledger and reconciliation support as priorities shift across the accounting team.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

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

Mission Viejo, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for our real estate and property business in Mission Viejo, California. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, contributing to monthly reporting, and partnering with internal teams to keep accounting activities on track. The ideal candidate brings strong month-end close expertise, solid general ledger knowledge, and a detail-focused approach to reconciliations and financial analysis. Responsibilities: • Prepare and record month-end journal entries to ensure timely and accurate financial close activities. • Assist in producing monthly financial statements, internal reporting packages, and short-term cash flow forecasts. • Review accounting entries and financial statement classifications to confirm accuracy and compliance with reporting standards. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances or discrepancies to maintain reliable financial data. • Perform bank reconciliations and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner. • Partner with teams across the division to address accounting questions, gather supporting information, and align on reporting needs. • Work closely with shared services partners to coordinate accounting processes and support efficient financial operations. • Compile and organize schedules, reconciliations, and other supporting materials for division accounting documentation and reporting files.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Torrance, CA
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Temporary / Contract
47 - 55 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support our multi-location restaurant client based in Torrance, California. This Long-term hybrid contract opportunity is ideal for a candidate who can manage core accounting activities, contribute to accurate financial reporting, and help maintain smooth daily operations in a fast-paced environment. The role will focus on close activities, reconciliations, lease accounting, and broader general ledger support while partnering across key finance functions. Responsibilities:• Lead the monthly close process from start to finish, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is recorded accurately.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining thorough support for general ledger activity and account balances.• Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding items promptly.• Oversee cash-related accounting tasks and support ongoing accounts receivable and invoicing activities.• Assist in producing financial statements and assembling reporting packages for internal review and decision-making.• Handle accounting related to inventory, fixed assets, and leases, including compliance with ASC 842 requirements.• Provide day-to-day operational accounting support and contribute to special assignments such as banking-related changes or other finance initiatives.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Long Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Senior Accountant – Inventory & Operations Robert Half is partnering with a growing company in Long Beach to identify a talented Senior Accountant to play a key role in its financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who brings strong general ledger experience, a solid understanding of inventory accounting, and the ability to turn financial data into meaningful business insights.We're looking for someone who goes beyond the numbers — a proactive professional who understands cost controls, inventory valuation, financial reporting, and the importance of accurate accounting in an operationally driven business.If you enjoy taking ownership, improving processes, and partnering with leadership, this could be your next opportunity!Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the monthly financial close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.</li><li>Manage general ledger activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting, including inventory valuation, reconciliations, adjustments, and cost analysis.</li><li>Analyze inventory variances, cost trends, and discrepancies while identifying opportunities to improve financial controls.</li><li>Investigate financial variances and provide meaningful reporting and insights to leadership.</li><li>Manage accounts payable activities, including invoice review, vendor payments, ACH transactions, wire transfers, and expense reimbursements.</li><li>Partner with procurement and operations teams to strengthen purchasing and procure-to-pay processes.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, construction-in-progress accounting, and project costing.</li><li>Support tax reporting, year-end activities, revenue recognition, and accounts receivable functions as needed.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting accuracy.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</li><li>Strong experience in a Senior Accountant or similar accounting role.</li><li>Inventory accounting experience is highly desirable, including inventory valuation, cost accounting, and inventory reconciliations.</li><li>Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and the month-end/year-end close process.</li><li>Advanced general ledger, journal entry, and account reconciliation skills.</li><li>Experience with fixed assets, accounts payable, and financial reporting.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP/accounting systems.</li><li>Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with operations and leadership.</li></ul>Why Consider This Opportunity?This is an opportunity to join an established business where your accounting expertise will directly contribute to financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and business growth.Robert Half is an equal opportunity employer. For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number00460-0013531383 email resume to [email protected]
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Sr. Staff Accountant

Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Staff Accountant to support financial operations across multiple sites in Los Angeles, California. This position works closely with operations leaders, accounting partners, and executive stakeholders to produce accurate billing, maintain reliable financial records, and strengthen reporting quality. The ideal candidate brings strong month-end close expertise, sound general ledger knowledge, and the ability to manage contract-driven invoicing in a fast-paced service environment. Responsibilities: • Generate routine and one-time invoices for multiple locations, ensuring charges align with contract terms, rate schedules, and service activity. • Examine customer agreements and supporting documentation to bill management fees, reimbursable costs, hourly work, and other contracted services accurately. • Maintain organized billing calendars and monitor due dates to keep invoicing timely across a multi-site portfolio. • Collaborate with operations teams and customers to investigate invoice questions, correct discrepancies, and clear outstanding billing issues. • Review site-level financial performance each month by reconciling profit and loss activity, evaluating budget-to-actual results, and researching unusual variances. • Prepare journal entries, account reclasses, and reconciliations to support accurate coding of revenue and expenses by location and department. • Support accounts receivable activities by updating customer billing records, assisting with aging review, and contributing to collection follow-up efforts. • Create transportation and special event billings based on labor, mileage, routes, equipment usage, staffing, parking operations, and other billable expenses while confirming event profitability. • Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including reconciliations, reporting support, audit preparation, tax support, and process improvements aimed at shortening the close timeline.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Sr. Construction Accountant

Hermosa Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing construction company in the Manhattan Beach/Hermosa Beach area seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant to support the financial management of multiple construction projects. This is a 100% in-office position and an excellent opportunity for a construction accounting professional looking to grow into a leadership role over time.The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working for a construction company, strong project-based accounting knowledge, and a solid understanding of WIP reporting, job costing, subcontractor billing, and project financials. This person will work closely with project managers and leadership to provide accurate, timely financial information and help strengthen accounting processes as the company continues to grow.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage project accounting from initial setup through final project closeout.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accurate WIP schedules and construction project financial reports.</li><li>Track project costs by phase and cost code and compare actual costs to budgets.</li><li>Manage job costing, subcontractor billing, invoices, draws, and project-related accounting.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial information in Sage and QuickBooks and reconcile data between systems.</li><li>Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and support month-end close.</li><li>Monitor project profitability, costs, commitments, and variances.</li><li>Partner with project managers to resolve discrepancies and provide clear cost information.</li><li>Help improve accounting processes, controls, reporting, and project workflows.</li><li>Support leadership with financial analysis and project-level reporting.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years of accounting experience within the construction industry required.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with construction project accounting.</li><li>Must have solid WIP reporting and job costing experience.</li><li>Experience with Sage and QuickBooks strongly preferred.</li><li>Understanding of construction contracts, subcontractors, draws, project costs, and billing.</li><li>Strong Excel and financial reporting skills.</li><li>Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines.</li><li>Must be willing to work 100% onsite in the Manhattan Beach/Hermosa Beach area.</li></ul>This is a great opportunity for a construction accounting professional to join a growing company, take ownership of project accounting, and build toward increased responsibility and future leadership opportunities. For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number00460-0013508261 email resume to [email protected]
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll Accountant

Huntington Beach, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Payroll Accountant to join a service-focused organization in Huntington Beach, California. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial records tied to payroll activity, supporting close processes, and delivering reliable account analysis each month. The ideal candidate brings strong reconciliation skills, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to work across teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Responsibilities: • Drive monthly and quarterly close activities related to payroll and other assigned accounting areas, ensuring all deadlines are met with accuracy. • Prepare and review journal entries with complete support, including entries associated with payroll activity, accruals, and expense reporting. • Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, payables, accrued liabilities, revenue, and operating expenses. • Analyze payroll-related balances and fluctuations, identify unusual variances against prior periods or budget, and communicate findings to management. • Produce financial statements and supporting schedules required for divisional and group reporting in accordance with the established close calendar. • Reconcile intercompany activity, confirm supporting documentation is complete, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with internal accounting teams. • Partner with management to strengthen accounting procedures, enhance internal controls, and support compliance with U.S. accounting standards and audit requirements. • Collaborate with division and entity accounting groups on special projects and process improvements, including initiatives affecting financial systems or reporting workflows. • Safeguard sensitive financial and payroll information by handling records with a high level of confidentiality.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Azusa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing team in Azusa, California. This position plays an important role in strengthening financial accuracy by evaluating production costs, inventory activity, and operational results. The individual in this role will collaborate with finance and plant partners to deliver reliable reporting, support close activities, and help leadership make informed business decisions. Responsibilities: • Manage and revise standard cost data for raw materials, direct labor, and factory overhead to keep product valuation current and accurate. • Examine production and purchasing variances, including material usage, labor efficiency, scrap, price differences, and overhead impacts, and communicate key findings to stakeholders. • Review product structures, manufacturing routings, and shop orders to confirm costing inputs properly reflect actual production processes. • Track inventory movements and perform reconciliations between inventory records and the general ledger to maintain financial accuracy. • Research stock discrepancies and work with operations and supply chain teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. • Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities tied to inventory balances and cost of goods sold. • Support cycle count programs and physical inventory events by analyzing count results, reconciling differences, and documenting outcomes. • Produce scheduled and on-demand reports covering inventory valuation, manufacturing costs, and operational performance trends. • Partner with purchasing, engineering, production, and supply chain teams to improve cost reliability, reporting quality, and internal control practices. • Assist with audit requests by preparing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation for inventory and cost-related accounts.
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.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team in Irvine, California. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, support reporting and forecasting activities, and contribute to a reliable close process that informs business decisions. This position offers broad exposure to day-to-day accounting operations and provides a strong foundation for continued growth within a collaborative, fully in-office environment. Responsibilities: • Record and post journal entries to the general ledger while keeping supporting schedules and subledgers accurate and up to date. • Perform reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts, including cash, revenue, payables, receivables, payroll, intercompany activity, fixed assets, prepaid items, and accrued expenses. • Review financial information for completeness and accuracy so the company’s accounting records properly reflect operating results and financial position. • Assist with budgeting, forecast preparation, and spending analysis to support planning and ongoing financial visibility. • Help prepare management reports, performance scorecards, and required financial statements for internal and external reporting needs. • Monitor treasury activity by compiling cash summaries, tracking balances, and maintaining rolling cash flow projections. • Work closely with operational teams to calculate monthly commissions and resolve billing or accounting questions across departments. • Respond to changing business priorities by handling ad hoc financial analysis, special projects, and administrative support for the accounting function.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

El Segundo, CA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support general accounting operations for a retail organization in El Segundo, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong general ledger knowledge, enjoys working with detailed financial information, and can help keep reporting and close activities on schedule. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative accounting team while supporting routine reporting, reconciliations, and audit preparation. Responsibilities: • Drive assigned month-end close activities by monitoring timelines, confirming entry completion, and helping produce monthly financial reporting. • Record recurring and standard journal entries related to accruals, prepaid balances, and operating expenses with a high degree of accuracy. • Complete reconciliations for designated general ledger accounts, identify variances, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner. • Review period-end transaction activity across multiple records or systems and investigate inconsistencies to ensure reliable financial data. • Prepare quarterly analyses, supporting schedules, and other documentation needed for internal and external reporting cycles. • Assist with year-end, quarter-end, and audit deliverables by organizing schedules, compiling support, and responding to information requests. • Provide operational accounting support for payment processing activities, including check-related review and deposit backup coverage when needed. • Follow established accounting policies, maintain internal control standards, and contribute to ad hoc projects and financial analysis assignments.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Santa Monica, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
A prestigious firm in Santa Monica is seeking a staff accountant to join the team! This accountant will be responsible for assisting the Controller and supporting the company regarding accounting functions including but not limited to paying bills, reconciliations and reporting. Please email Eric Herndon at Robert Half for confidential consideration Duties • Participate in the preparation of annual budget and financial plan. • Create, maintain, and enter depreciation, interest, and prepaid schedules. • Collect and analyze corporate financial data to provide management with internal reports. • Establish procedures for reviewing and approving budgeted expenditure justifications and approvals • Process AP and AR as necessary, in an accurate and timely manner. • Perform monthly Variance Analysis on Balance Sheet & Income Stmt for assigned Business units. • Prepare year-end schedules for tax accounting firm • Perform “clean-up” procedures on the accounting balances • Responsible for entering Office invoice payments • Reconcile credit card transactions as required for business units. • Responsible for entering deposits on a bi-weekly basis. • Responsible for entering and printing checks as necessary • At fiscal year-end, prepare spreadsheet of accruals for outstanding invoices • Responsible for entering, editing, preparing, and printing 1099 fiscal year end
2026-10-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a Contract position based in California. This role is ideal for someone who can maintain accurate financial records, contribute to tax-related activities, and ensure the general ledger remains current and reliable. The successful candidate will bring strong accounting fundamentals, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial activity is accurately reflected in the accounting system. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to support clean and reliable financial reporting. • Assist with corporate tax activities, including gathering documentation and supporting tax return preparation. • Manage sales tax-related tasks by reviewing transactions, maintaining records, and helping ensure timely filings. • Support month-end and period-end close processes by organizing financial data and completing assigned accounting analyses. • Maintain accounting documentation and schedules that support audits, reporting requirements, and internal review needs.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Torrance, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Staff Accountant | Aerospace Industry | Torrance, CALooking to take your accounting career to new heights? We’re partnering with an innovative aerospace company in Torrance seeking a Staff Accountant to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of accounting while contributing to a fast-paced, high-performance environment.In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting financial operations, inventory accounting, and month-end close—while working alongside a collaborative team that values accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close through journal entries and financial documentation</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with accounting standards and company policies</li><li>Manage inventory accounting, including cost analysis, reconciliations, and fixed asset tracking</li><li>Assist with physical inventory processes and ensure accurate inventory records</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and support external audit requests</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting efficiency</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and company procedures</li><li>Assist with tax-related activities, including corporate and sales tax filings</li><li>Provide financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic initiatives</li></ul>What We’re Looking For:<ul><li>Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting</li><li>Experience with inventory accounting or manufacturing environments is a plus</li><li>High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment</li><li>Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills and a proactive approach</li></ul>Why Join?<ul><li>Work in a cutting-edge aerospace environment with growth potential</li><li>Gain exposure to complex accounting areas, including inventory and cost accounting</li><li>Collaborative team culture with opportunities to make a real impact</li><li>Clear path for career development and advancement</li></ul>If you’re looking for a role where you can build your skills, take on new challenges, and grow within a dynamic industry—this is a great opportunity to step forward. For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number000460-0013413785 email resume to [email protected]
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Oceanside, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
32 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing medical device company is looking for a Staff Accountant to support general ledger activities, monthly financial close, and financial reporting. This opportunity is well suited to an accounting professional who enjoys understanding the full picture behind financial statements and wants exposure to a regulated, detail-oriented industry. Working alongside the accounting manager and finance team, you’ll help maintain accurate financial records, investigate variances, and ensure transactions are recorded in the correct period. Experience in manufacturing, medical devices, or inventory-based accounting is a plus. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, depreciation, and other general ledger activity.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate unusual variances.</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Maintain supporting schedules for fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities.</li><li>Review expense transactions and verify appropriate account coding.</li><li>Assist with inventory-related reconciliations and cost-of-goods-sold analysis.</li><li>Prepare account analysis and financial reports for management review.</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable reconciliations as needed.</li><li>Gather documentation for external audits and internal financial reviews.</li><li>Identify discrepancies and work with other departments to resolve accounting issues.</li><li>Help improve documentation, close procedures, and reporting accuracy.</li></ul>
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

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