<p><strong>Lisa Cole with Robert Half </strong>is partnering with a<strong> </strong>growing, complex manufacturing and project‑based organization is seeking a <strong>Financial Analyst</strong> to serve as a financial partner to Program and Project Managers. This role operates at the program level—similar to a “mini‑controller”—supporting active programs across engineering, manufacturing, and R&D environments.</p><p>This position is ideal for a candidate with strong cost accounting, contract, and program finance experience who enjoys partnering cross‑functionally and driving financial visibility at the project level. For more information on this position, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the primary finance partner for assigned programs and projects</li><li>Prepare quarterly profit and cash reporting at the program level</li><li>Track, analyze, and forecast program costs, margins, and cash flow</li><li>Manage invoicing and milestone billing; partner with AR for collections</li><li>Perform variance analysis, estimates‑to‑complete (ETC), and estimates‑at‑completion (EAC)</li><li>Support revenue recognition activities with working knowledge of <strong>ASC 606</strong></li><li>Assist with audits (internal, external, and government, as applicable)</li><li>Prepare monthly program financial packages and ad‑hoc analysis</li><li>Collaborate closely with Program Managers, Contracts, and Operations teams</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Financial Analyst for one of our clients. Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. This role involves analyzing financial and operational data to uncover trends, identify opportunities, and support strategic decision-making. If you have a passion for leveraging data to drive business improvements, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze financial and operational data to identify performance trends, key drivers, and opportunities for growth and margin improvement.</p><p>• Evaluate membership metrics, including growth, pricing, retention, and revenue performance across various regions, clubs, and programs.</p><p>• Support strategic initiatives such as pricing optimization, new product launches, and membership strategy development.</p><p>• Conduct ad-hoc analyses to address critical business questions and provide actionable, data-driven recommendations.</p><p>• Collaborate with FP&A leadership and cross-functional teams to assess the success of business initiatives and inform strategic decisions.</p><p>• Analyze the impact of pricing strategies and promotional campaigns on customer retention, membership growth, and lifetime value.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, budgets, and long-term business plans to support planning efforts.</p><p>• Create scenario planning and sensitivity analyses to evaluate potential outcomes of pricing changes, promotions, and operational initiatives.</p><p>• Design and maintain recurring financial and operational reports, including variance analysis, labor productivity, and membership trends.</p><p>• Build automated dashboards and analytical tools using platforms like Tableau or Power BI to enable timely insights and decision-making.</p>
<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a growing manufacturing organization that is seeking a Financial Analyst to support finance with a focus on <strong>cost accounting, inventory forecasting, and operational finance</strong>. This role partners closely with Operations and Supply Chain to improve financial performance, inventory efficiency, and working capital. </p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Own plant cost accounting, including standard costs, BOM/routings, labor and overhead rates, absorption, and inventory valuation</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, overhead, yield, mix) and communicate drivers</li><li>Develop and maintain inventory forecasts aligned to demand, production, and MRP outputs</li><li>Analyze inventory KPIs including turns, and support reserve modeling</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning for plant operations</li><li>Partner with Operations on OEE, throughput, labor efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Support capital projects, fixed assets, and depreciation tracking</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Financial analysts help organizations make sound business decisions by evaluating financial data, forecasting trends and providing actionable insights. These professionals play a key role in budgeting, reporting and strategic planning across departments. The Robert Half consulting division is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst in the Sacramento Area.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Analyzing financial data to identify trends, variances and performance drivers</li><li>Preparing reports, dashboards and presentations for leadership and stakeholders</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes</li><li>Conducting profitability, cost and investment analysis to guide decision-making</li><li>Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align financial goals and strategies</li><li>Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics</li><li>Building and maintaining financial models to support business initiatives</li><li>Assisting with scenario planning and risk analysis</li><li>Staying current on industry trends, economic developments and financial best practices</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant/Senior Accountant in Solano County, California. This position supports accurate financial reporting while providing meaningful cost and inventory insights that help leaders make informed business decisions. The role works closely with accounting, operations, sourcing, and finance teams to strengthen profitability, improve reporting accuracy, and enhance financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial results.</p><p>• Maintain reliable accounting records and prepare reports that support compliance with U.S. accounting standards and internal reporting needs.</p><p>• Analyze product costs, standard costs, and manufacturing variances to identify trends and recommend improvements.</p><p>• Monitor inventory accounting activities, including reconciliations, valuation reviews, and asset-related analysis.</p><p>• Partner with operations and sourcing teams to evaluate cost drivers and provide financial insight on production performance.</p><p>• Develop and refine cost accounting procedures that improve visibility into margins, efficiency, and operational results.</p><p>• Use ERP and financial systems, including NetSuite when applicable, to support reporting, analysis, and process effectiveness.</p><p>• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that strengthen controls, streamline workflows, and support ongoing operational improvement.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Napa, California. In this role, you will focus on budgeting, forecasting, and analyzing production and farming operations while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. Your expertise will be vital in maintaining accurate inventory records, performing reconciliations, and managing cost allocations to support efficient financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities related to production and farming operations.<br>• Prepare detailed budget-to-actual analyses and provide variance explanations.<br>• Conduct periodic inventory reconciliations to align physical counts with system records for bulk wine inventories.<br>• Reconcile inventory subledgers with the general ledger on a monthly basis.<br>• Create balance sheet account reconciliations for inventory, overhead, vineyard costs, and other production accounts.<br>• Develop bills of materials (BOM) costing for finished goods, including bulk wine, dry goods, and overhead allocations.<br>• Generate management reports on inventory metrics such as cost per gallon, harvest expenses, and supply chain analytics.<br>• Manage harvest cost closeout processes, including allocation of estate fruit, purchased fruit, and crush overhead costs.<br>• Support bulk wine-related contract administration and ensure accurate system setup for purchased grapes, bulk wine, and custom winemaking agreements.<br>• Assist with inventory cycle counts across various locations to maintain accuracy and control.
<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a a growing, manufacturing organization is seeking a <strong>Cost Accountant</strong> to support inventory, COGS, and manufacturing cost functions across multiple sites. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented accounting professional who thrives in a high‑reliability, production‑focused environment and who enjoys partnering with operations and senior leadership. For more information, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform month‑end close activities and prepare journal entries for inventory, COGS, and fixed assets</li><li>Reconcile inventory, cost of sales, and general ledger accounts </li><li>Analyze variances including purchase price variances and work order variances </li><li>Assist with inventory costing and related ERP activities </li><li>Support internal/external audits including SOX testing and annual reviews </li><li>Track capital expenditures, maintain fixed asset records, and handle prepaid amortization </li><li>Prepare business property tax filings and U.S. Census reporting </li><li>Ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to internal accounting policies </li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant for a well-established company. In this role, you will oversee financial processes for construction projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and industry standards. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background in construction accounting. This is a direct hire position that will work in the office in West Sacramento. If you have additional questions, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage project-related financial activities, including tracking budgets, expenses, and revenues.</p><p>• Prepare accurate billing and invoicing for construction projects, ensuring timely submissions.</p><p>• Maintain detailed financial records and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with project managers to review financial performance and address discrepancies.</p><p>• Generate reports that provide insights into project costs and profitability.</p><p>• Ensure all financial transactions align with company policies and industry regulations.</p><p>• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.</p><p>• Assist in forecasting and analyzing financial data to support decision-making.</p><p>• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to resolve billing and payment issues.</p><p>• Monitor cash flow and ensure proper allocation of resources for ongoing projects.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic finance manager for a manufacturing company in greater Sacramento. Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, drive innovation through advanced technologies, and provide critical insights to support organizational success. This position requires a proactive individual with expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and process improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>-Drive the modernization of finance capabilities by embedding emerging tools and data-driven approaches into daily operations, enabling stronger insight and faster, better-informed decisions.</p><p>-Own the preparation and delivery of accurate financial results, pairing rigorous reporting with thoughtful analysis to support leadership planning and long-term initiatives.</p><p>-Translate complex operational and financial information into meaningful trends, performance indicators, and recommendations that support measurable business improvement.</p><p>-Partner closely with cross-functional leaders to build disciplined budgets, evaluate investment effectiveness, and conduct periodic financial reviews aligned with business priorities.</p><p>-Identify gaps across processes, systems, and organizational capabilities, then lead or support initiatives that strengthen efficiency, scalability, and overall performance.</p><p>-Provide oversight for financial obligations, agreements, and commitments to ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and governance standards.</p><p>-Serve as a trusted financial partner across departments, encouraging collaboration and ensuring alignment between financial insight and organizational objectives.</p><p>-Evaluate enterprise strategies and ongoing operations to anticipate financial implications and proactively advise on risks, opportunities, and course corrections.</p>