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6 results for Payroll Accountant in Palm Desert, CA

Controller

Wildomar, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
ControllerA growing, project-based company in the construction-related industry is seeking a Controller to partner closely with the CEO and lead accounting and finance operations. This is an onsite leadership opportunity for a hands-on, tech-forward professional who can improve processes, support operational decision-making, and help modernize the finance function.Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting and finance operations across multiple locations</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insight and operational support</li><li>Manage accounting in a job cost environment, including WIP reporting and analysis</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting, and account reconciliations</li><li>Monitor and manage multi-state sales tax compliance, including nexus tracking and tax treatment review</li><li>Support ERP optimization, system improvements, and potential migration-related initiatives</li><li>Build and enhance reporting tools, dashboards, and financial analysis for leadership decision-making</li><li>Use advanced Excel and business intelligence tools to streamline reporting and improve visibility into key metrics</li><li>Work with databases and internal data sources to improve reporting accuracy and workflow efficiency</li><li>Identify process gaps, recommend solutions, and implement improvements proactively</li><li>Support a forward-looking, technology-driven environment with an emphasis on automation and AI-enabled efficiencies</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>7+ years of experience as a Controller or Senior Accounting Manager</li><li>Background in construction, manufacturing, or another project-based environment</li><li>Strong experience with job costing and WIP</li><li>Hands-on knowledge of multi-state sales tax compliance and nexus monitoring</li><li>ERP experience, with preference for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar systems</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, dynamic reporting, and workbook development</li><li>Experience creating reports or dashboards in Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools</li><li>Comfort working with databases such as Access, SQL, Dataverse, or similar platforms</li><li>Knowledge of California employment regulations or ability to ramp up quickly</li><li>Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a strong operational approach</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Experience improving Power BI dashboards tied to ERP systems</li><li>Exposure to database environments used for internal reporting and data management</li><li>Interest in AI tools, automation, and technology-driven process improvement</li><li>Prior experience in a senior finance leadership role with broad operational involvement</li></ul>Additional Details<ul><li>Onsite role in Southwest Riverside County, California</li><li>Compensation up to $140,000 annually</li><li>Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)</li></ul>
2026-05-01T21:04:11Z

Staff Accountant

Escondido, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33.00 - 37.00 USD / Hourly
We’re looking for a Staff Accountant who wants to go beyond routine tasks and be part of a team that values accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This role offers exposure to a wide range of accounting functions and is ideal for someone who enjoys digging into the details while also understanding the bigger financial picture.You’ll work closely with senior accountants and leadership, gaining hands-on experience in reporting, analysis, and process optimization. RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Support full-cycle accounting, including journal entries and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with monthly close and financial statement preparation</li><li>Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or trends</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Support audits and regulatory reporting requirements</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with finance and operations teams</li></ul>
2026-04-24T23:38:40Z

Staff Accountant

Fallbrook, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
32.00 - 36.00 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and contribute to accurate financial reporting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structured processes but also wants to grow into more complex accounting responsibilities over time. You’ll play a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial data while working closely with a collaborative finance team. RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Perform bank and account reconciliations</li><li>Support accounts payable and receivable functions as needed</li><li>Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules</li><li>Maintain accurate and organized financial records</li><li>Assist with audits and compliance requirements</li><li>Identify and support process improvements</li></ul>
2026-04-24T23:33:41Z

VP of Finance

Fallbrook, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
200000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Yearly
Key Responsibilities • Build and lead the FP& A function from the ground up • Establish budgeting and forecasting discipline • Lead cash flow forecasting and liquidity management • Oversee audit relationships (CLA) and ensure timely reporting • Manage investor relations and reporting packages • Lead financing strategy and capital structure planning • Support pre-acquisition diligence and integration • Partner with CEO on board reporting, covenant reporting, and financial performance updates • Evaluate whether to keep outsourced accounting or bring functions in-house • Ensure timely consolidation of acquired businesses • Implement scalable financial processes, systems, and controls • Support a rapidly growing field services business with budget setting and cost oversight ________________________________________ Must-Have Qualifications • Strong financial acumen with experience in high-growth environments • Ability to build FP& A, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow models • Experience with debt-financed businesses and capital allocation • Hands-on leadership style; willingness to “roll up your sleeves” • Strong Excel / financial modeling • Experience overseeing audits and managing external accounting relationships • Ability to operate in a complex environment with multiple systems and acquisitions • Cultural fit: collaborative, grounded, analytical, and execution-focused ________________________________________
2026-04-10T19:04:46Z

Accounting Assistant

March Air Reserve Base, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
19.79 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support both financial operations and administrative coordination for a mission-driven organization in Moreno Valley, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable balancing daily accounting tasks with hands-on office support in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to accounts payable, accounts receivable, reporting support, and general administrative needs while working with teams that serve vulnerable populations. Responsibilities:• Process outgoing payments accurately, including invoice review, coding, and check handling for accounts payable activities.• Record incoming funds and maintain accounts receivable activity with a strong focus on high-volume transactions tied to grants, housing, and assistance programs.• Reconcile financial records and support routine balancing tasks to help maintain accurate accounting data.• Assist with gathering, organizing, and preparing information needed for internal reports and operational tracking.• Provide day-to-day administrative support to department leadership and respond to shifting team priorities as needed.• Maintain financial documentation and related records in an orderly manner to support compliance and audit readiness.• Use QuickBooks Online to enter, update, and monitor accounting information across assigned workflows.• Support cross-functional tasks and special projects that help keep office and finance operations running smoothly.
2026-05-05T19:23:43Z

Controller

Wildomar, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
125000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting and finance operations for a growing project-driven organization in California. This onsite leadership role is ideal for a hands-on candidate who can strengthen financial processes, deliver meaningful business insight, and support executive decision-making. The position offers the opportunity to improve reporting capabilities, enhance operational visibility, and contribute to a technology-focused finance environment. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting and financial activities across multiple operating locations, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and strong internal controls. • Collaborate with senior leadership to deliver financial analysis, business insights, and recommendations that support operational and strategic decisions. • Oversee accounting within a project-based cost structure, including detailed job cost tracking, reporting, and performance analysis. • Manage month-end and year-end close activities, prepare financial statements, and ensure timely completion of reconciliations. • Administer multi-state sales tax processes by reviewing tax treatment, monitoring nexus exposure, and supporting ongoing compliance requirements. • Drive enhancements to enterprise systems, reporting workflows, and finance-related technology initiatives, including support for future system-related projects when needed. • Build and refine reporting tools using advanced Excel and business intelligence platforms to improve access to key financial and operational metrics. • Work with internal databases and source systems to increase data reliability, improve reporting efficiency, and streamline finance workflows. • Identify inefficiencies in current processes, recommend practical solutions, and implement improvements that increase accuracy, automation, and overall effectiveness.
2026-05-07T17:48:43Z