We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting team in California. This role is suited for someone who can oversee a varied client portfolio, deliver accurate tax work across multiple entity types, and build trusted client relationships through clear guidance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the preparation and review of tax filings for corporations, partnerships, individuals, and estates while maintaining accuracy and compliance.<br>• Manage multiple client engagements at once, establishing priorities, monitoring timelines, and ensuring responsive, high-quality service.<br>• Provide practical tax guidance to clients by explaining complex regulations in a clear and approachable manner.<br>• Conduct technical research on tax matters and apply findings to support planning, reporting, and compliance needs.<br>• Prepare and review annual income tax provisions and federal tax returns for a range of business and individual clients.<br>• Support matters related to entity formation and advise clients on tax considerations connected to organizational structure.<br>• Use industry-standard tools and software, including Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and tax preparation platforms such as Lacerte, to complete engagements efficiently.<br>• Identify tax issues, resolve filing challenges, and recommend effective solutions that align with client objectives and regulatory requirements.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting activities at our location. This on-site role is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can maintain accurate financial records, guide close activities, and deliver meaningful reporting that supports business decisions. The position also partners with operational leaders to strengthen controls, improve processes, and maintain a high standard of financial discipline within a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, account reconciliations, and the preparation of accurate journal entries.<br>• Lead monthly and annual close cycles by coordinating timelines, reviewing transactions, and ensuring financial results are reported on schedule.<br>• Prepare financial statements and supporting analyses for leadership, highlighting trends, performance drivers, and notable variances.<br>• Manage fixed asset accounting by monitoring capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and balance sheet accuracy.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data, validating assumptions, and assisting with planning updates.<br>• Evaluate accounting workflows and internal controls, recommending and implementing improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues, provide financial insight, and align reporting with operational activity.<br>• Assist with internal and external audit requirements by organizing documentation, answering inquiries, and maintaining compliance with applicable standards.<br>• Supervise and mentor accounting team members as needed, helping to establish priorities and maintain strong departmental performance.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a mission-driven nonprofit organization in La Jolla, California. This role will oversee core accounting operations, guide financial close and reporting activities, and deliver analysis that supports sound operational and strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting expertise, a proactive approach to cash and forecasting management, and the ability to strengthen processes, controls, and cross-functional collaboration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, ensuring financial records are accurate, timely, and fully reconciled.<br>• Manage cash positioning activities by tracking short-term liquidity needs and supporting longer-range investment planning through ongoing treasury oversight.<br>• Develop and maintain a rolling 12-month cash forecast to support financial planning and organizational decision-making.<br>• Partner with department leaders to provide financial insights, reporting, and analysis that improve performance and inform budgeting priorities.<br>• Prepare financial summaries and interpret key results for leadership by gathering, analyzing, and presenting relevant accounting data.<br>• Strengthen accounting operations by building useful reports, refining workflows, and introducing technology solutions that improve efficiency.<br>• Maintain a strong internal control environment by designing, monitoring, and enforcing procedures that safeguard organizational assets.<br>• Lead coordination of the annual external audit by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and supporting completion of required filings and reconciliations.<br>• Oversee payroll review, balance sheet reconciliations, quarterly tax reporting support, annual 1099 preparation, and collaboration with internal teams on workers’ compensation, grants reporting, and accounting coverage as needed.
<p>The successful consultant will possess a strong understanding of ASC 606, experience reviewing complex customer contracts, and the ability to lead revenue-related close, compliance, and process improvement initiatives. This individual will oversee a small team, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and provide practical solutions in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>This engagement requires a unique blend of technical revenue accounting expertise and strong people leadership skills.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Revenue Recognition & Technical Accounting</p><p><br></p><p>Review and analyze customer contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition treatment under ASC 606.</p><p>Evaluate complex revenue arrangements, performance obligations, and revenue allocations.</p><p>Research and document technical accounting conclusions related to revenue recognition matters.</p><p>Provide guidance and recommendations on revenue accounting treatments and related business transactions.</p><p>Analyze deferred revenue and other revenue-related balance sheet accounts.</p><p><br></p><p>Month-End Close & Financial Reporting</p><p><br></p><p>Lead revenue accounting month-end close activities, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</p><p>Ensure the accuracy and completeness of revenue-related financial reporting and account balances.</p><p>Partner with Financial Reporting and FP&A teams to support revenue forecasting and reporting requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Team Leadership & Oversight</p><p><br></p><p>Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and guidance to accounting team members.</p><p>Review work product, establish priorities, and ensure deadlines are achieved.</p><p>Serve as a resource and escalation point for complex accounting and operational issues.</p><p>Foster accountability and collaboration across the team while ensuring high-quality deliverables.</p><p><br></p><p>Compliance, Controls & Process Improvement</p><p><br></p><p>Own and support revenue-related SOX controls and compliance activities.</p><p>Coordinate with internal and external auditors and respond to audit requests.</p><p>Identify process gaps and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and control effectiveness.</p><p>Support system and workflow enhancements related to revenue accounting and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Business Partnership</p><p><br></p><p>Collaborate with stakeholders across Accounting, Finance, Contracting, Operations, Project Management, and other business functions.</p><p>Communicate complex accounting concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences.</p><p>Support special projects, business initiatives, and ad hoc analyses as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Required</p><p><br></p><p>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.</p><p>7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant revenue recognition responsibilities.</p><p>Strong technical accounting knowledge with hands-on experience applying ASC 606.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support program finance activities for a high-technology engineering environment in Carlsbad, California. This role works closely with program leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen cost visibility, improve forecast accuracy, and provide insight into program financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a proactive approach to risk identification, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear business recommendations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and ongoing refinement of estimates at completion by evaluating incurred costs and building forward-looking, time-phased cost projections.<br>• Assess program financial results against plans and forecasts, then communicate key drivers, trends, and variances to stakeholders in a timely manner.<br>• Partner with teams across program management, supply chain, accounting, operations, and engineering to support execution, resolve financial issues, and improve decision-making.<br>• Establish and maintain program cost baselines that align budget expectations with schedule performance across multiple programs.<br>• Produce recurring and on-demand financial reports using available data sources to support internal reviews and external reporting needs.<br>• Identify financial risks and favorable opportunities, recommend response strategies, and help drive actions that improve program outcomes.<br>• Support annual operating plans and forecast cycles by developing revenue, margin, and cost assumptions grounded in program data.<br>• Contribute financial expertise during proposal activity, audit support, fact-finding exercises, and negotiation preparation as needed.<br>• Provide guidance to less experienced analysts through work review, knowledge sharing, and coaching on financial practices and procedures.