We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide financial strategy and performance for a manufacturing operation in Victorville, California. This role will oversee cost accounting, cash planning, inventory finance, and internal controls while partnering closely with operations to improve profitability and decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing finance expertise, sound business judgment, and the ability to turn complex data into clear operational insight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the financial oversight of manufacturing activities, including cost accounting, margin analysis, and evaluation of production-related spending.<br>• Track major cost components such as labor, materials, packaging, overhead, and other plant expenses to support accurate reporting and informed decisions.<br>• Assess standard costing methods, investigate production variances, and recommend corrective actions based on underlying operational drivers.<br>• Work closely with production, warehouse, purchasing, planning, and operations teams to improve efficiency, manage inventory effectively, and reduce avoidable costs.<br>• Review inventory valuation across raw materials, work-in-process, packaging, and finished goods, and support cycle counts and reconciliations to maintain accuracy.<br>• Develop cash flow projections, monitor liquidity needs, and oversee working capital performance, including receivables, collections, and payables.<br>• Maintain effective relationships with banking partners and support financing activities, treasury administration, and cash management controls.<br>• Strengthen financial governance by improving internal controls, supporting audits, enforcing policy compliance, and addressing areas of risk.<br>• Deliver financial analysis across products, customers, departments, and production lines to identify profitability trends and support strategic planning.<br>• Provide decision support for capital investments, process improvements, staffing changes, production scheduling, and new product initiatives within a food manufacturing environment.
<p>Robert Half is in search for a Financial Analyst for local ongoing opportunities. The Financial Analyst, you will conduct financial modeling on various financial products as well as measure, analyze and forecast performance in conjunction with operating plans. Additional duties include advising management on the allocation of resources to best accomplish objectives and preparing reports for management. For Immediate consideration please email your resume and call 626.463.2030 to schedule an interview. </p><p>Financial Modeling:</p><p>· Develop and maintain financial models to analyze and forecast company performance</p><p>· Use spreadsheet tools to create projections, scenario analyses, and sensitivity analyses.</p><p>Budgeting and Forecasting:</p><p>· Collaborate with various departments to create and manage budgets.</p><p>· Prepare financial forecasts, identifying trends and potential areas of concern or opportunity.</p><p>Financial Reporting:</p><p>· Generate and analyze financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.</p><p>· Communicate financial results and trends to management and stakeholders.</p><p>Variance Analysis:</p><p>· Conduct variance analysis to compare actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts.</p><p>· Identify and investigate discrepancies, providing explanations for variances.</p><p>Decision Support:</p><p>· Provide decision support by analyzing financial data and making recommendations for strategic and operational decisions.</p><p>· Assess the financial impact of potential investments, projects, or business initiatives.</p><p>Market and Industry Analysis:</p><p>· Monitor economic and industry trends that may impact the organization's financial performance.</p><p>· Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategic decision-making.</p><p> </p><p><br></p>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop financial models and analytical tools to evaluate trends, forecast outcomes, and support strategic planning.<br>• Review budget-to-actual results, identify key variances, and explain financial performance to internal stakeholders.<br>• Gather, organize, and interpret financial and operational data from multiple sources to support reporting and decision-making.<br>• Prepare ad hoc analyses that help leadership assess costs, risks, and resource allocation needs.<br>• Monitor financial activity and recommend process improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and reporting quality.<br>• Partner with accounting, operations, and management teams to deliver timely insights on fiscal performance and planning priorities.<br>• Create clear reports and presentations that summarize findings, highlight issues, and outline actionable recommendations.<br>• Assist with ongoing analytical initiatives, including data validation and updates to financial reporting or modeling processes when needed.
We are looking for an FP&A Manager to lead finance process automation and strengthen the connection between operational data, accounting activity, and executive reporting in Montebello, California. This role will shape scalable workflows that improve accuracy, reduce manual effort, and deliver timely financial insight for business leaders. The ideal candidate brings strong planning and analysis expertise along with hands-on experience improving systems, reporting structures, and cross-functional finance operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead automation initiatives that connect operational inputs such as orders, shipments, and billing activity to accounting, financial analysis, and leadership reporting with minimal manual handling.<br>• Manage the flow of data between business platforms and finance applications to ensure transactions are captured accurately, validated appropriately, and available for downstream settlement, reconciliation, and reporting.<br>• Direct the enhancement of finance tools and automated workflows across core processes including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger activity, reconciliations, settlements, and month-end close.<br>• Build and maintain a prioritized automation roadmap by evaluating business value, implementation risk, and complexity, while keeping stakeholders informed on progress and upcoming delivery phases.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to define requirements, design process solutions, oversee implementation activities, support go-live readiness, and stabilize production performance after launch.<br>• Drive broader adoption of automation practices by encouraging process improvement, identifying new opportunities for efficiency, and reducing reliance on manual finance tasks.<br>• Automate settlement and accounting activities such as rate calculations, invoice creation, dispute resolution, payment processing, journal entries, accruals, intercompany transactions, and close-related workflows while supporting compliance requirements.<br>• Develop automated reporting pipelines and executive dashboards that provide timely visibility into profit and loss, cost drivers, productivity, volume trends, and other key performance indicators.<br>• Review end-to-end business and finance workflows to identify inefficiencies, remove unnecessary steps, standardize procedures, document controls, and recommend measurable improvements in cycle time, quality, and audit readiness.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities for a growing food distribution organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can balance daily operational oversight with accurate financial reporting and strategic financial support. The successful candidate will guide the close process, strengthen financial controls, and help the business scale through sound accounting leadership. Please call Brigitte Mendez @ 909-717-4037 or call your Robert Half Recruiter directly. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting operations, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner across key financial areas.</p><p>• Lead monthly and annual close activities, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Produce and evaluate financial reports to provide leadership with clear insight into business performance.</p><p>• Oversee payables, receivables, and cash position management to support healthy financial operations.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with applicable organizational standards, internal controls, and company accounting policies.</p><p>• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and inventory-related accounting processes to support planning and operational decision-making.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation and assist with tax-related reporting requirements and external requests.</p><p>• Supervise, develop, and mentor accounting team members while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.</p>
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee core financial operations and ensure accurate, timely reporting for the organization. This role is based in Costa Mesa, California, and will guide day-to-day accounting activities while strengthening controls, supporting compliance, and delivering financial insight to leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a proactive approach to process improvement, and the ability to manage reporting cycles, audits, and regulatory obligations with confidence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting functions across billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, the general ledger, cost accounting, and revenue recognition activities.<br>• Direct the budgeting and forecasting process, track performance against plan, and explain material variances to leadership.<br>• Oversee month-end close activities and issue accurate monthly financial statements within established deadlines.<br>• Maintain high standards for financial reporting by reviewing transactions, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.<br>• Establish, refine, and document accounting procedures and internal control practices to reduce risk and support reliable reporting.<br>• Ensure timely completion of tax filings and other required reporting at the local, state, and federal levels.<br>• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and coordinate audit preparation, requests, and follow-up items.<br>• Evaluate financial results, identify trends or issues, and provide practical recommendations to support business decisions and financial planning.<br>• Partner with leadership on broader finance initiatives, including planning, risk assessment, and operational improvements as needed.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations for a logistics organization in Long Beach, California. This role will oversee financial reporting, closing activities, cash management, and team guidance while helping ensure accuracy across essential accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, sound judgment, and the ability to support leadership with clear financial insights and reliable reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation of monthly, periodic, and annual financial reports, ensuring results are delivered accurately and on schedule.<br>• Partner with internal accounting teams to compile and present financial information that supports executive decision-making.<br>• Oversee close-cycle activities across general ledger, revenue, fixed assets, payroll, accounts payable, purchasing, and bank reconciliations.<br>• Review account reconciliations and journal entries, resolving discrepancies and maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.<br>• Analyze financial results, identify key variances, and provide meaningful commentary on business performance.<br>• Supervise accounts receivable and accounts payable processes while maintaining strong controls over daily accounting operations.<br>• Coordinate cash management activities, including forecasting liquidity needs, monitoring borrowing arrangements, and supporting compliance with credit-related requirements.<br>• Monitor disbursements, incoming cash activity, and operating cash flow to help improve financial efficiency and stability.<br>• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, banks, insurers, and other financial partners.<br>• Coach and develop accounting staff, including team members across A/P, A/R, and G/L functions, while reinforcing adherence to policies and procedures.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join a collaborative team in Montebelllo, California. This role is responsible for overseeing core accounting activities, supporting an efficient month-end close, and ensuring financial reporting is accurate and well supported. The position also works closely with cross-functional partners, provides guidance to accounting staff, and helps maintain strong financial operations for the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Produce monthly financial reports on schedule and ensure entries are complete, accurate, and properly documented.<br>• Manage general ledger activity, including the review and approval of journal entries related to payroll, credit cards, and other recurring transactions.<br>• Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and analyze profit and loss results to identify variances and recommend corrective action.<br>• Partner with accounts payable and other internal teams to improve the accuracy of invoices, payments, accruals, and related reporting.<br>• Support month-end close activities by coordinating deadlines, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining organized supporting schedules.<br>• Assist leadership with audit preparation, tax-related requests, and other compliance-driven accounting needs.<br>• Investigate unusual account activity, communicate findings clearly, and help implement practical resolutions.<br>• Provide day-to-day guidance to accounting team members and encourage consistent, high-quality work across processes.
<p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p> We’re seeking an <strong>Excel power player</strong> with a passion for data analytics, business operations, and financial accuracy to join our high-performing team. In this role, you’ll be the bridge between financial data and strategic decision-making — creating dashboards, mining data, reviewing billing systems, and ensuring every number aligns across multiple business units. This is a <strong>hands-on, impact-driven position</strong> within a thriving $100M distribution leader, offering you the chance to shape reporting processes and deliver insights that drive growth.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain <strong>weekly and monthly reporting</strong> in Excel, including sales forecasting, operational metrics, and variance analyses.</li><li>Extract, clean, and analyze large datasets from ERP systems, credit card statements, and billing systems to support strategic initiatives.</li><li>Conduct <strong>data mining</strong> and identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvements.</li><li>Review general ledger coded entries, pricing terms, and billing accuracy to ensure all data matches contractual agreements.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting, operations, and sales teams to streamline data flow between departments.</li><li>Build and enhance <strong>Excel dashboards</strong> and other reporting tools for senior leadership.</li><li>Support ad-hoc analytics projects to improve operational efficiency and profitability.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to lead the accounts payable function for our retail furniture business in La Mirada, California. This role oversees daily payment operations, travel and expense administration, and process oversight while helping ensure accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls. The ideal candidate brings leadership experience, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external auditors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounts payable activities, set team priorities, and ensure invoices and payments are processed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Oversee the company’s travel and expense program, including system administration, employee guidance, policy enforcement, approval workflows, audit review, and corporate card management.<br>• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities by coordinating deadlines and supporting the timely completion of reconciliations and reporting.<br>• Establish, maintain, and refine accounts payable policies and procedures to strengthen compliance, consistency, and operational efficiency.<br>• Review accounting practices and internal controls regularly, recommending improvements that align with organizational objectives and financial standards.<br>• Partner with external auditors by preparing requested documentation, answering inquiries, and supporting audit execution from planning through completion.<br>• Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve payment issues, communicate expectations, and provide clear financial process guidance.<br>• Prepare special analyses and ad hoc reports for leadership to support decision-making and department performance monitoring.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop accounts payable staff through performance oversight, delegation, and ongoing training.<br>• Use careful judgment to manage competing deadlines, improve workflows, and maintain reliable payment operations in a fast-paced environment.
We are looking for a systems-focused Project Manager to join a growing organization in California in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This role is ideal for someone who can quickly adapt to established project practices, step into active initiatives with confidence, and guide cross-functional work tied to key business priorities. The position requires a practical leader who is comfortable balancing strategic communication with direct involvement in system-related project execution.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Learn the organization’s project framework, tools, and delivery standards in order to contribute effectively from the outset.<br>• Assume leadership of active initiatives and drive progress on high-priority system implementations, including expense management and related platform projects.<br>• Oversee several concurrent workstreams while keeping timelines, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations aligned.<br>• Partner closely with teams across IT, Finance, Accounting, and business operations to coordinate project activity and support shared goals.<br>• Contribute directly to system implementation and configuration efforts rather than serving solely in an oversight capacity.<br>• Support major business initiatives connected to commercial operations and enterprise data efforts as project priorities evolve.<br>• Prepare and deliver clear project updates for senior leadership, including presentations for executive-level audiences.<br>• Apply a primarily Waterfall-based delivery approach while incorporating hybrid or Agile practices where appropriate.
We are looking for a strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial direction of our manufacturing organization in Corona, California. This executive will oversee accounting, reporting, forecasting, and cost management while partnering closely with leadership, investors, and lenders to support sound decision-making. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in electronics manufacturing, a strong command of cost accounting, and a proven ability to deliver precise financial reporting in a private equity-backed environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct all finance and accounting operations, including monthly close activities, financial statement preparation, and oversight of reporting accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning to support business performance and strategic growth objectives.<br>• Manage reporting obligations for private equity sponsors, credit partners, and equity stakeholders, ensuring full compliance with deadlines and financial covenant requirements.<br>• Oversee manufacturing finance activities with a focus on job costing, standard costing, cost accounting, and variance analysis across production operations.<br>• Partner with operational leadership to evaluate plant performance, improve margins, and strengthen financial visibility across electronics and box-build manufacturing programs.<br>• Maintain effective controls and compliance practices in support of defense-related manufacturing requirements and applicable cost accounting standards.<br>• Guide the use and improvement of ERP-driven financial processes, including costing workflows, system-supported analysis, and areas that still rely on manual procedures within Epicor.<br>• Build strong relationships with internal leaders and external stakeholders by providing clear financial insights and dependable decision support.