<p><strong>Jennifer Fukumae</strong> is a direct-hire recruiter specializing in Financial Services, partnering with firms and professionals to connect top talent with the right opportunities. <u>Reach out via LinkedIn or email to start a conversation.</u></p><p> </p><p>Jennifer Fukumae with Robert Half is partnering with a well-established Wealth Management firm in Walnut Creek to add a <strong>Financial Planning Associate</strong> to its close-knit, collaborative team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who is excited to learn the ins and outs of financial planning, work alongside experienced Advisors, and build a long-term career in Wealth Management. You'll gain hands-on experience, exposure to investment research and financial planning strategies, and the opportunity to grow with a supportive team.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Planning & Advisor Support</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with Financial Advisors to develop and maintain personalized financial plans for clients.</li><li>Collect, organize, and input financial information into planning tools to support accurate client projections and recommendations.</li><li>Review and update financial plans, spreadsheets, and client records to ensure information is current and complete.</li><li>Coordinate meeting preparation, including scheduling, gathering relevant documentation, and preparing planning materials.</li><li>Maintain detailed activity records, client updates, and follow-up items within the firm's CRM.</li><li>Help oversee ongoing planning requests and ensure deliverables are completed within established timelines.</li></ul><p><strong>Investment Research & Portfolio Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Explore investment opportunities, market conditions, and economic trends to support portfolio and planning discussions.</li><li>Review investment portfolios, asset allocations, and performance results to identify trends and areas for further analysis.</li><li>Research financial planning topics such as retirement strategies, tax considerations, IRA accounts, and Roth conversions.</li><li>Translate research and financial data into clear takeaways for Advisors and the broader planning team.</li><li>Stay informed on industry developments, regulatory changes, and market activity that may influence client strategies.</li><li>Contribute to team initiatives and research projects focused on improving planning processes and investment knowledge.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial operations for multiple privately held businesses in Livermore, California. This position serves as a key advisor to company leadership while managing the full accounting cycle, maintaining strong internal controls, and delivering accurate financial information for decision-making. The role is ideal for someone with a background in construction-related accounting who can balance day-to-day execution with high-level financial oversight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the complete accounting function across three related entities, ensuring accurate records, timely transaction processing, and reliable financial data.<br>• Lead daily accounting activities by guiding support staff responsible for payables, receivables, billing administration, payroll input, and other transactional tasks.<br>• Oversee weekly payroll operations, including multistate processing, labor tracking, job cost allocation, and reporting for certified and prevailing wage requirements.<br>• Produce monthly and annual financial statements, management reports, and supporting analyses to highlight performance and operating trends.<br>• Manage customer invoicing, subcontractor disbursements, draw schedules, and lien documentation to keep project-related financial activity aligned with contract milestones.<br>• Monitor construction cost activity by reconciling project expenses, reviewing change orders, and assigning costs accurately across jobs and business units.<br>• Partner with the president and project leadership to review budgets, validate project financials, and support informed operational decisions.<br>• Maintain compliance with applicable tax rules, payroll regulations, and construction-related reporting standards at the state and federal levels.<br>• Prepare schedules and documentation needed for audits, tax filings, and project closeout processes while supporting the use of accounting platforms common to the construction industry.
We are looking for an Office Services Associate to support daily administrative operations for a client site in Sacramento, California. This Contract position plays an important role in managing copy, mail, and document handling services while helping maintain a responsive and detail-oriented workplace experience. The ideal candidate is organized, service-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and time-sensitive requests.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage incoming office service requests by reviewing job instructions, tracking assignments accurately, and confirming all required details before work begins.<br>• Complete high-volume copying, scanning, mail distribution, and document intake tasks in line with established service standards and turnaround expectations.<br>• Organize and sequence assignments effectively to keep workflows moving efficiently and ensure deadlines are consistently met.<br>• Communicate promptly with supervisors or client contacts regarding job status, priority changes, and any issues that could affect delivery timing.<br>• Perform basic troubleshooting on copiers, scanners, and related office equipment, escalating more complex problems when needed.<br>• Check finished work for accuracy and presentation quality, while also supporting quality review efforts across the team.<br>• Replenish paper, toner, and other production supplies to keep equipment ready for daily operations.<br>• Follow client site guidelines and company policies, including confidentiality, security, and safe handling of documents and equipment.<br>• Use materials and equipment responsibly to support efficient operations and minimize unnecessary waste.