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6 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Palm Springs, CA
- Redlands, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 51.46 - 65.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an accomplished Controller to oversee financial stewardship for a manufacturing organization in Redlands, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a finance leader who can direct core accounting activities, deliver accurate reporting, and maintain compliance in a regulated setting. The role requires strong expertise in manufacturing finance, inventory and cost accounting, and audit readiness, with particular value placed on experience in medical device environments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct day-to-day accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, fixed assets, and other core financial functions.<br>• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycle to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Manage inventory accounting processes, including valuation methods, standard costing, and analysis of manufacturing variances.<br>• Establish, monitor, and strengthen internal control practices to support financial integrity and compliance with U.S. GAAP.<br>• Partner with external auditors and tax advisors to support annual audits, filings, and required regulatory submissions.<br>• Evaluate financial and operational results to uncover efficiency opportunities, improve processes, and support cost management initiatives.<br>• Provide financial guidance to business leaders by translating accounting data into actionable insights for decision-making.
- 2026-10-23T22:13:45Z
- Oceanside, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 47.00 - 53.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our recruiting team is searching for a hands-on Senior Accountant to join a well-established construction and engineering organization supporting a variety of active projects throughout the region. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with project managers, operations leadership, and finance professionals while overseeing project-level accounting and supporting the company's broader financial reporting needs. The right candidate will understand how project activity flows through the accounting department, enjoy digging into job cost details, and be comfortable identifying financial discrepancies before they impact project profitability. This is a great fit for someone who brings strong technical accounting knowledge but also enjoys being involved in the operational side of the business.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting activity for multiple active projects, ensuring costs and revenue are recorded accurately and in the appropriate accounting periods.</li><li>Review project budgets, cost reports, commitments, change orders, and job cost transactions for accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and post monthly journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and other general ledger adjustments.</li><li>Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies between project management and accounting systems.</li><li>Monitor labor, materials, subcontractor expenses, equipment costs, and other project-related expenditures.</li><li>Assist with percentage-of-completion accounting and revenue recognition for long-term projects, where applicable.</li><li>Analyze project profitability and identify unexpected cost overruns, margin fluctuations, and budget variances.</li><li>Work closely with project managers to review financial performance and provide timely reporting on project costs.</li><li>Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable activity related to project billing and vendor payments.</li><li>Support progress billing, contract documentation, and project-related financial schedules.</li><li>Participate in monthly and year-end close, ensuring project financials are complete and properly supported.</li><li>Prepare financial reports and analysis for senior leadership, including explanations of significant variances.</li><li>Assist with external audits, tax preparation requests, and internal financial reviews.</li><li>Recommend improvements to job costing procedures, reporting tools, and accounting controls.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-10T00:18:40Z
- Palm Desert, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 27.55 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide hands-on financial leadership for an agriculture operation in Palm Desert, California. This Contract position will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen financial controls, and deliver accurate reporting that supports sound business decisions. The role also partners closely with cross-functional teams to improve inventory valuation, crop costing, and production-related financial visibility within the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting operations and guide the department to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting across the business.<br>• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members while establishing clear ownership, training plans, and coverage for essential tasks.<br>• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules to maintain the integrity of monthly and year-end close processes.<br>• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking activity, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions across multiple entities.<br>• Build and maintain reliable inventory and cost accounting processes that track crop value before harvest, accumulate production costs, and support accurate margins and cost of goods sold.<br>• Partner with teams across growing, production, purchasing, sales, and human resources to align financial processes with day-to-day operational activity.<br>• Support effective use of NetSuite for financial management, including inventory, work-in-process tracking, and costing analysis.<br>• Provide oversight for payroll accounting and related processes within ADP Workforce Now.<br>• Maintain current accounting policies, procedures, and role documentation while reinforcing practical internal controls throughout the department.
- 2026-11-03T01:43:43Z
- San Diego, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 60.00 - 65.00 USD / Hourly
- Robert Half Management Resources is seeking a Senior Project Accountant Consultant to support a growing construction organization. This is a highly hands-on role for an accounting professional who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and actively managing the day-to-day project accounting function. The consultant will work closely with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate project financials, timely month-end close activities, and proper accounting for construction projects.<br>Responsibilities<br>• Perform day-to-day project accounting activities for assigned construction projects.<br>• Maintain and analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules to ensure project financials are complete and accurate.<br>• Prepare and review Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting calculations and support project profitability reporting.<br>• Review project costs and job coding to ensure expenses are properly recorded and allocated.<br>• Perform detailed invoice reviews, validating subcontractor and vendor invoices against contracts, purchase orders, change orders, and project budgets.<br>• Understanding of AIA billings and the process<br>• Prepare and review monthly accruals and cut-off entries to ensure revenue and expenses are recognized in the proper accounting period.<br>• Perform account and project-related reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed.<br>• Support month-end close activities including journal entries, account analyses, and financial reporting.<br><br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.<br>• Previous roles at a publicly traded company/SOX<br>• 5+ years of accounting experience with significant experience in construction or project accounting.<br>• Strong experience with WIP reporting, Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting, job costing, and project financial analysis.<br>• Experience preparing and recording accruals, cut-off entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.<br>• Experience reviewing construction-related invoices, subcontractor billings, and project cost documentation.<br>• Working knowledge of AIA billing and construction accounting practices.<br>• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting controls.<br>• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems.<br>• Ability to identify issues, investigate discrepancies, and resolve problems independently.<br>• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.<br>• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with project teams and accounting leadership.<br>Consultant Profile<br>The ideal consultant is a hands-on project accountant who enjoys executing the work, not just reviewing it. This individual is comfortable owning project accounting responsibilities from transaction processing through month-end close and can quickly step into a fast-paced construction environment. Success in this role requires strong experience with WIP, POC accounting, invoice reviews, reconciliations, accruals, cut-off procedures, and project cost analysis, along with the ability to partner effectively with project managers and operations teams.
- 2026-10-15T22:33:42Z
- Rancho Cucamonga, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 95000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>The successful candidate should prioritize safety and uphold the company's policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.</p><p><br></p><p>If you're ready to take on a fresh challenge, grow your career and contribute to making our company a safer place, apply today!</p><p>Nucor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in our employment and personnel practices.</p>
- 2026-10-14T20:24:05Z
- Riverside, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 250000.00 - 280000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an accomplished Chief Financial Officer / VP of Accounting and Finance to lead financial strategy and oversight for a growing organization in Riverside, California. This executive will guide planning, reporting, and operational finance while helping the business scale responsibly and profitably. The ideal candidate brings strong construction industry expertise, a command of project-based accounting, and the leadership presence to influence decisions across the company.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the company’s overall financial strategy, aligning long-term plans with operational goals and growth priorities.</p><p>• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial performance analysis to support sound business decisions.</p><p>• Oversee accounting and finance functions, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and timely month-end and year-end close processes.</p><p>• Manage project-based financial oversight, including job costing, contract-related reporting, and profitability analysis across construction activities.</p><p>• Partner with executive leadership to evaluate expansion opportunities, business performance, and investment decisions, including potential mergers and acquisitions.</p><p>• Build and maintain productive relationships with banking partners, insurers, and other external financial stakeholders.</p><p>• Develop and mentor the finance team, establishing high standards for accountability, communication, and execution.</p><p>• Support financial systems and reporting improvements, including effective use of enterprise platforms and process enhancements where needed.</p>
- 2026-10-21T23:08:45Z