<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>
<p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a prestigious, globally backed winery estate to hire an Assistant Controller who will play a critical role in leading onsite accounting operations. This position offers direct exposure to executive leadership and the opportunity to contribute during an exciting phase of growth and operational refinement. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving accurate financial reporting, supporting multi-entity operations, and enhancing processes across both estate and distribution activities. The ideal candidate brings a balance of technical strength, operational awareness, and a proactive approach to improving how things get done.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead day-to-day accounting operations with full ownership of the general ledger across multiple entities</li><li>Manage and execute the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting, including COGS analysis, landed cost, and cost tracking</li><li>Handle intercompany transactions and support consolidation efforts in partnership with leadership</li><li>Prepare reconciliations, analyze variances, and deliver insights into financial performance</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to support operations and inform business decisions</li><li>Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements to support scalability</li><li>Develop reporting tools and assist with budgeting and forecasting efforts</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop a small accounting team</li></ul>
Key Responsibilities<br>• Assist in managing monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes<br>• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules<br>• Prepare and maintain project proformas and perform profit reconciliations<br>• Assist in preparation of financial projections<br>• Ensure GAAP compliance across multiple related entities<br>• Support lender reporting and annual external audits<br>• Oversee land development and construction job cost accounting<br>• Monitor capitalization of project costs and related expense recognition<br>• Develop and maintain project budgets<br>• Perform budget-to-actual and cost-to-complete analyses<br>• Partner with operations to ensure accurate cost tracking and forecasting<br>• Support tracking of infrastructure costs eligible for reimbursement<br>• Utilize ERP systems to improve consistency, accuracy, and efficiency in financial reporting<br>• Strong preference for experience with Newstar Constellation Systems<br>• If no Newstar experience, prior experience with another construction/homebuilding ERP is required<br>• Advanced Excel modeling and financial analysis<br>• Manage complex intercompany transactions and shared cost allocations<br>• Assist in strengthening internal controls and accounting procedures<br>• Participate in process improvement initiatives<br>Required Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance<br>• 2-5 years of public accounting experience focused on audit and review engagements<br>• Prior homebuilding or construction accounting experience (required)<br>• Experience with land development and construction accounting, job costing, and developing project budgets (required)<br>• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP<br>• Possess exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills<br>• Advanced Excel proficiency<br>• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively in a deadline driven environment<br>Preferred Qualifications<br>• Experience with Newstar Constellation Systems<br>• CPA (active or inactive)<br>• Experience working in a multi-entity or intercompany environment<br>• Exposure to Community Facilities District (CFD) cost tracking and municipal reporting processes
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Lafayette, California. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining the integrity of accounting records. Your expertise will contribute to the smooth execution of month-end processes and reconciliation tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Complete detailed account reconciliations and analyses, promptly resolving discrepancies and ensuring timely entry of all transactions.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with GAAP and understand key accounting standards such as ASC 606 and ASC 842.</p><p>• Support month‑end and year‑end close activities, including monthly reconciliation and analysis.</p><p>• Assist with annual audit preparation by creating schedules, addressing auditor requests, and coordinating with external audit teams.</p><p>• Identify and support improvements to balance sheet reconciliation processes.</p><p>• Participate in ad‑hoc projects and perform other assigned duties.</p>
We are looking for a Cost Accounting Manager to oversee and refine the costing processes for our co-manufactured products. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring accurate cost analysis, driving operational efficiency, and supporting strategic decision-making. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial success of a dynamic, fast-paced organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and manage standard costing methodologies for all co-manufactured products.<br>• Conduct detailed variance analysis and provide insights into product-level margins.<br>• Review and audit co-manufacturer invoices to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and cost accuracy.<br>• Provide costing inputs for budgeting, forecasting, and financial scenario modeling.<br>• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, FP& A, and Sales Operations teams to optimize cost strategies.<br>• Lead the month-end costing close process, including inventory reconciliations and reporting.<br>• Ensure the integrity of costing data and identify opportunities for process improvements.<br>• Analyze cost structures and provide recommendations to enhance operational and financial outcomes.<br>• Support strategic pricing and margin optimization efforts through detailed cost analysis.<br>• Partner with external co-manufacturers to streamline costing processes and maintain accuracy.
<p>Our client in Benicia, CA is seeking a motivated Purchaser for a contract to permanent opportunity. This role will support day-to-day procurement activities, including placing orders, coordinating with suppliers, tracking deliveries, and helping maintain appropriate inventory levels. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working across teams in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Prepare and process purchase orders for materials, supplies, and services</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, availability, and delivery timelines</li><li>Monitor open orders and help resolve delays or order discrepancies</li><li>Review inventory needs and support replenishment efforts</li><li>Maintain accurate purchasing records and vendor information in internal systems</li><li>Partner with operations and other departments to support business needs</li><li>Assist with purchasing analysis, reporting, and cost control efforts</li></ul>
Our client in the Benicia, California area is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Buyer for a contract-to-permanent opportunity. This role will support purchasing and supply chain operations through purchase order management, inventory and demand analysis, vendor coordination, and reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience in procurement or supply chain functions and be comfortable using data to support purchasing decisions and operational efficiency. <br> Key Responsibilities Create, issue, and manage purchase orders for materials, products, and services Track open orders and follow up with vendors on lead times, delivery status, pricing, and shortages Analyze purchasing trends, inventory levels, and usage data to support replenishment planning Monitor inventory and help identify risks related to stockouts, excess inventory, or supply delays Support vendor performance tracking related to pricing, quality, and on-time delivery Partner with operations, warehouse, production, and accounting teams to align purchasing activity with business needs Maintain accurate purchasing records, item data, and vendor information in ERP or procurement systems Assist with reporting, forecasting support, and continuous improvement efforts across purchasing and supply chain processes Research sourcing options and support cost-effective purchasing decisions Help resolve purchasing discrepancies and supply issues in a timely manner
<p>Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional looking to take your career to the next level? We are seeking a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> for an exciting opportunity in a growing organization. This position offers hands-on responsibility across the full spectrum of accounting processes, empowering you to drive efficient and accurate reporting. As a key contributor, you’ll work closely with leadership and play an instrumental role in ensuring seamless financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>As the Senior Accountant, you will oversee a variety of accounting functions, including general ledger management, financial reconciliations, and month-end close processes. Supporting the VP of Finance & Accounting, you will influence key decision-making and occasionally act as a point of contact for the Executive Leadership Team during their absence. You’ll need a keen eye for precision, an aptitude for data analysis, and a strong commitment to process improvement and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p>Your core responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Managing general ledger <strong>activities</strong> and ensuring proper reconciliation and accuracy in line with established accounting standards (GAAP).</li><li>Driving the <strong>month-end close process</strong> to deliver timely and accurate reporting.</li><li>Preparing trial balances, performing detailed account <strong>reconciliations</strong>, and reporting any discrepancies or variances.</li><li>Reviewing and processing essential <strong>transaction entries</strong> and journal entries, including EOY adjustments from external auditors.</li><li>Serving as a liaison for <strong>accounts payable/receivable (AP/AR)</strong> to resolve issues, analyze variances, and provide transactional support.</li><li>Supporting financial planning activities such as the <strong>annual budgeting process</strong> and year-end financial reviews.</li><li>Reviewing time card submissions while ensuring internal processes and procedures are followed.</li><li>Assisting with specialized <strong>accounting projects</strong> related to operations, including harvest accounting.</li><li>Developing and documenting <strong>internal processes and policies</strong> while maintaining robust internal controls.</li><li>Performing additional accounting and finance duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>