<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>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>Amanda Warren is looking for a Financial Analyst to join a great team in Sacramento, California. In this role, you will turn financial and operational information into clear insights that support planning, accountability, and sound business decisions. This position also contributes to core accounting activities, budgeting support, and compliance-related reporting in a mission-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze financial and operational data from the general ledger and related systems to identify patterns, explain performance, and deliver reports, dashboards, and visual summaries for leadership.</p><p>• Build recurring and on-demand financial models, forecasts, and variance analyses that help guide planning and resource allocation decisions.</p><p>• Provide cross-functional accounting support by serving as backup for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes while helping ensure accurate ledger coding across multiple cost centers and allocation structures.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries, complete account reconciliations, and assist with month-end close activities to strengthen accuracy and internal controls.</p><p>• Support year-end financial close and contribute to audit preparation, tax-related filings, Form 990 support, and other finance projects as needed.</p><p>• Partner with budget and grant-related stakeholders to develop budgets, monitor spending against funding requirements, and produce financial reporting for grant activity.</p><p>• Build effective working relationships across departments by communicating financial information clearly and establishing trust with employees at all organizational levels.</p><p>• Monitor developments, trends, and process improvement opportunities that may reduce costs, improve reporting quality, or strengthen financial operations.</p><p>• Represent the finance function at organization events and complete additional assignments in support of departmental and organizational needs.</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>