Accounting Specialist Jobs in Palm Springs, CA

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Accounting Assistant

Palomar Mountain, CA
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Temporary / Contract
19 - 23 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a motivated Accounting Assistant to support the accounting and project operations of a growing construction business in the Palomar area! This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, organizing financial documentation, and supporting a team that manages multiple projects at once. You'll work closely with project managers, vendors, and the accounting department to help ensure invoices are accurate, costs are properly recorded, and billing deadlines are met. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and interested in building a career in accounting. Prior construction experience is helpful, but a strong administrative background with some accounting exposure may also be a fit.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with entering vendor invoices and coding expenses to the appropriate accounts and projects.</li><li>Prepare customer invoices using approved contracts, purchase orders, and project documentation.</li><li>Review billing records for missing information, incorrect amounts, and incomplete approvals.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.</li><li>Match purchase orders, invoices, and receipts to verify transaction accuracy.</li><li>Enter payments, deposits, and other financial transactions into the accounting system.</li><li>Reconcile credit card statements and assist with bank reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain organized digital files for invoices, receipts, contracts, and payment records.</li><li>Follow up with project managers on missing approvals and supporting documentation.</li><li>Help track project expenses and prepare basic cost summaries.</li><li>Assist with month-end close by gathering schedules and reviewing outstanding transactions.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the accounting team as needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Riverside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
42.75 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team in Riverside, California on a Contract basis. This position supports accurate bi-weekly payroll operations in a fast-moving environment and plays a key role in reviewing time and pay information before processing. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid payroll systems knowledge, and the ability to communicate clearly with employees and managers while meeting deadlines. Responsibilities: • Manage bi-weekly payroll processing from initial review through final submission, ensuring deadlines are consistently met. • Gather employee time records, check entries for completeness, and verify hours and pay-related details before payroll is finalized. • Examine payroll information for errors or inconsistencies and work with appropriate parties to correct issues in advance of processing. • Prepare and analyze journal reports and other payroll documentation to support accurate recordkeeping and reporting. • Maintain organized payroll files and help ensure payroll activities align with company policies and established procedures. • Respond to questions from employees and supervisors regarding timekeeping, payroll calculations, and related concerns. • Support reconciliations, record updates, and additional payroll administration tasks as business needs require. • Use payroll platforms effectively, including Tyler Technologies Munis when applicable, to complete payroll-related activities efficiently.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Bernardino, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40.85 - 47.3 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to join a Contract assignment supporting finance operations in San Bernardino, California. This role will focus on accounts payable, grant-related expense tracking, reconciliations, and financial reporting while helping maintain accurate records and compliance with organizational and funding guidelines. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee the timely processing of a high volume of invoices, ensuring charges are reviewed, classified correctly, and routed for payment approval. • Serve as a primary point of contact for vendors by addressing account questions, resolving billing issues, and maintaining positive working relationships. • Track grant-supported spending and maintain clear records that align expenditures with approved budgets and funding sources. • Prepare financial summaries and usage reports that show how grant funds and other organizational resources have been applied. • Record accounting activity accurately in accordance with internal controls, funding requirements, and established financial procedures. • Reconcile vendor statements, bank activity, and selected accounts while assisting with month-end close and related journal entry support. • Partner with internal teams to confirm expense details, collect documentation, and verify the appropriateness of submitted costs. • Organize accounting files and supporting records to ensure readiness for audits, compliance reviews, and routine financial oversight. • Utilize accounting platforms such as Accounting Seed, QuickBooks, and Paycom as needed to support transaction processing and reporting.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Grants Accountant

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

Financial Analyst

Murrieta, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Senior Financial Analyst A growing subscription-based technology company is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling initiatives. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development, tracking, and management of annual operating budgets, with a focus on sales and marketing.Build and maintain revenue and expense forecasting models across multiple recurring-revenue business lines.Partner with finance leadership to support planning, reporting, and strategic decision-making.Collaborate cross-functionally with teams including Accounting, Human Resources, IT, and Sales Operations to improve reporting processes and KPI analysis.Analyze trends and provide insights to support financial performance and operational efficiency.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Banning, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
82000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support data-driven planning and fiscal decision-making for a growing government organization in California. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can interpret financial information, build useful models, and translate complex data into practical recommendations for leadership. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to budgeting, reporting, and performance analysis in a collaborative public-sector environment. Responsibilities: • Develop financial models and analytical tools to evaluate trends, forecast outcomes, and support strategic planning. • Review budget-to-actual results, identify key variances, and explain financial performance to internal stakeholders. • Gather, organize, and interpret financial and operational data from multiple sources to support reporting and decision-making. • Prepare ad hoc analyses that help leadership assess costs, risks, and resource allocation needs. • Monitor financial activity and recommend process improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and reporting quality. • Partner with accounting, operations, and management teams to deliver timely insights on fiscal performance and planning priorities. • Create clear reports and presentations that summarize findings, highlight issues, and outline actionable recommendations. • Assist with ongoing analytical initiatives, including data validation and updates to financial reporting or modeling processes when needed.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Financial/Operations Analyst

Moreno Valley, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 94000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial/Operations Analyst to support data-driven decision-making for a retail operation in Moreno Valley, California. This role focuses on interpreting financial and operational performance, identifying trends, and delivering insights that improve efficiency and business results. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, advanced Excel capability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities: • Analyze financial and operational data to identify performance trends, cost drivers, and opportunities for improvement across retail business functions. • Build and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and financial models that support planning, forecasting, and day-to-day operational decisions. • Perform ad hoc analysis to answer business questions, evaluate outcomes, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership. • Investigate variances between actual results and forecasts or budgets, explaining key drivers and highlighting areas that require attention. • Use data mining techniques and visualization tools such as Tableau to turn complex information into clear, useful insights. • Partner with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements, improve reporting accuracy, and support process efficiency initiatives. • Prepare concise summaries and presentations that communicate analytical findings to stakeholders with varying levels of financial knowledge.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

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