<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a well-established government contractor and manufacturing company that is looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our dynamic team in Rancho Cordova, California. This role offers the opportunity to oversee essential accounting operations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, while driving financial accuracy and process improvements. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a passion for developing high-performing teams. This is an onsite position in Rancho Cordova CA and the client is willing to pay a relocation fee for the right candidate. For more information about this position, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, cost accounting and internal and external audits.</p><p>• Lead the month-end closing process and prepare accurate financial reporting packages in a timely manner.</p><p>• Implement and maintain robust internal controls to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and government standards.</p><p>• Oversee cost accounting procedures, reconcile inventory, and collaborate with operations to address discrepancies.</p><p>• Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with ASC606 and work closely with program teams on contract obligations.</p><p>• Manage and coordinate internal and external audits while addressing regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and lead initiatives to improve accounting systems.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and guidance to the accounting team to foster growth and operational efficiency.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a property-focused organization in Walnut Creek, California. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening reporting processes, and guiding the accounting team through complex deadlines and priorities. The ideal candidate brings deep accounting leadership experience, strong analytical judgment, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily accounting activities and ensure financial records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, delivering clear reporting that supports business decisions.<br>• Direct and mentor accounting staff, assigning work, monitoring performance, and promoting consistent adherence to internal controls.<br>• Manage property management accounting functions, including maintenance of financial data within relevant accounting platforms and related reporting tools.<br>• Coordinate audits, tax-related reporting, and compliance activities by organizing required records and responding to requests in a timely manner.<br>• Analyze financial results, identify variances or trends, and recommend corrective actions to improve accuracy and operational performance.<br>• Establish priorities across multiple deadlines, allocate resources effectively, and ensure critical deliverables are completed without delay.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to support documentation workflows, financial record retention, and process improvements tied to accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities<br>• Serve as the primary accounting contact and advisor for an assigned portfolio of client accounts.<br>• Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and month-end close.<br>• Set up, maintain, and optimize QuickBooks Online files, including chart of accounts, classes, locations, and integrations.<br>• Prepare and/or review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports for clients.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations of bank, credit card, and other key balance sheet accounts.<br>• Develop and monitor client-specific accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.<br>• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis for clients; provide insights and recommendations.<br>• Review work performed by staff/accounting specialists, providing direction, training, and performance feedback.<br>• Coordinate with tax and assurance teams to support year-end engagements and information requests.<br>• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement technology and workflow enhancements for clients.<br>• Assist with onboarding new clients, including needs assessment, engagement scoping, and system setup.<br>• Manage engagement deadlines and priorities across multiple clients, communicating proactively with internal teams and client management.<br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.<br>• CPA license preferred but not required.<br>• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including prior supervisor/manager responsibilities.<br>• Prior experience in a CPA firm or client accounting services environment strongly preferred.<br>• Expert-level proficiency with QuickBooks Online, including advanced features and third-party app integrations.<br>• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP for small to mid-sized businesses.<br>• Experience with non-profit organizations and various reporting requirements related to non-profits.<br>• Proven ability to manage multiple client relationships and competing priorities.<br>• Demonstrated leadership skills, including staff supervision, coaching, and delegation.<br>• High level of comfort working in cloud-based and paperless environments.<br>• Excellent communication and client service skills.<br>• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
<p>Kevin Eckhardt with Robert Half is looking for Controller to oversee the full accounting and finance operation for his client. This position will guide financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash oversight, and analytical support while partnering closely with leadership to inform business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, strong manufacturing and inventory accounting knowledge, and the ability to lead a small team in a fast-moving environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day accounting and finance activities, ensuring accurate records and reliable financial information across the organization.</p><p>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, maintaining timeliness and precision in all reporting deliverables.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and business insights to support executive planning and decision-making.</p><p>• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning to help the business manage resources effectively and meet financial goals.</p><p>• Strengthen and monitor internal controls, accounting procedures, and documentation practices to promote compliance and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Manage cost accounting and inventory accounting processes, providing visibility into production costs, margins, and inventory performance.</p><p>• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of four finance and accounting professionals, setting priorities and encouraging strong performance.</p><p>• Partner with operational leaders to evaluate financial results, identify trends, and recommend actions that improve business performance.</p><p>• Support finance-related process improvements and system-related initiatives, including updates that enhance reporting accuracy and workflow efficiency.</p>
<p>The Robert Half Full-Time Engagement Professionals practice is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting in the Greater Sacramento Area. You will lead month- and year-end close processes, manage general ledger activities, and support budgeting and forecasting efforts.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and manage general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and the general ledger</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards</li><li>Lead month- and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Collaborate with finance and operations teams to support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in accounting operations</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders</li></ul>
<p>A well-established organization is seeking an experienced Credit Manager to lead its Credit and Accounts Receivable function. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity overseeing a $300M+ accounts receivable portfolio and a team responsible for credit, collections, and AR activities.</p><p>The ideal candidate brings experience managing a large, complex credit portfolio, developing and leading high-performing teams, and navigating mechanics lien laws and related credit protections. This individual will play a critical role in balancing customer relationships, revenue growth, cash flow, and credit risk.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead, develop, and manage the Credit and Accounts Receivable team, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards.</li><li>Oversee a $300M+ AR portfolio, including credit exposure, collections, aging, delinquency, and portfolio risk.</li><li>Establish and manage customer credit limits, credit terms, and risk classifications based on financial and credit analysis.</li><li>Monitor AR aging and collection performance, identifying risks and developing strategies to improve cash flow and reduce past-due balances.</li><li>Oversee compliance with mechanics lien laws, preliminary notices, lien rights, releases, and related processes.</li><li>Partner with sales, operations, finance, and leadership to resolve complex credit and collection matters while preserving key customer relationships.</li><li>Evaluate financial statements, credit reports, payment history, and other information to make sound credit decisions.</li><li>Develop and refine credit policies, procedures, controls, and performance metrics.</li><li>Manage escalated collection matters and determine when additional collection or legal action is appropriate.</li><li>Provide leadership with reporting and analysis related to DSO, aging, collections, bad debt exposure, credit risk, and portfolio performance.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, technology, and team effectiveness.</li></ul><p><br></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>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with an established Northern California nonprofit organization to identify an experienced <strong>Finance Manager. </strong>This position reports directly to the CEO and is responsible for the overall financial health of the organization, including accounting operations, budgeting, financial reporting, grant compliance, internal controls, audits, and fiscal strategy. The Finance Manager will lead an established accounting team and serve as a financial resource to executive leadership and the Board.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead the organization's accounting and financial operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and fiscal planning.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, processes, and internal controls.</li><li>Oversee accounting for significant federal and state grant funding and ensure compliance with applicable funding requirements and regulations.</li><li>Direct annual budgeting, year-end projections, financial statements, and management reporting.</li><li>Oversee the annual audit process and support regulatory and grant compliance.</li><li>Provide financial analysis and guidance to the CEO, Board, management, and program leaders.</li><li>Lead and develop the accounting team, with oversight of functions including payroll and accounts payable.</li><li>Monitor grant funds, program accounts, administrative cost allocations, and indirect revenues.</li><li>Oversee the organization's financial management system and evaluate opportunities to strengthen accounting processes and controls.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Finance Manager</strong> to join a well-established and growing wine industry organization in Napa, California. This is a <strong>full-time, onsite position</strong> that plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, delivering actionable business insights, and supporting strategic planning initiatives. The Accounting Manager will collaborate closely with accounting leadership, corporate stakeholders, and external advisors to strengthen internal controls, enhance reporting processes, and support the company's overall financial performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>For more information about this opportunity, contact Robyn Rosemon directly at 707-387-0299.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Partner with accounting leadership to maintain the accuracy of the general ledger by reviewing entries, reconciliations, and period-end accruals.</p><p>• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close review process to help ensure financial statements are completed accurately and on schedule in accordance with US GAAP.</p><p>• Compile consolidated financial information and deliver reporting packages to the parent organization within required timelines.</p><p>• Serve as a primary liaison between the Napa, California winery team and corporate counterparts to align on reporting expectations, accounting policies, and procedural requirements.</p><p>• Assist with tax-related activities by coordinating information, supporting compliance efforts, and working with outside tax advisors when needed.</p><p>• Evaluate operating results, investigate fluctuations and trends, and present clear recommendations to support leadership decision-making.</p><p>• Work with external accountants and auditors by answering questions, supplying documentation, and helping address audit findings or process recommendations.</p><p>• Support cost accounting activities such as inventory valuation, allocation methodologies, and margin analysis across the business.</p><p>• Use ERP system and Excel to prepare financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and cash management activities in partnership with the leadership of Finance.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and support accurate, timely financial reporting in Concord, California. This position will oversee close activities, maintain the integrity of the general ledger, and help ensure compliance with audit and reporting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to improve processes while partnering effectively with internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop an accounting team while promoting accountability and professional growth.</li><li>Oversee month-end close activities, including review of reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting schedules.</li><li>Ensure accurate financial records, reporting compliance, and strong internal controls.</li><li>Investigate and resolve complex accounting transactions, ensuring issues are fully analyzed and closed.</li><li>Drive process optimization, automation initiatives, and system enhancement projects to improve efficiency.</li><li>Support technology-driven improvements, including AI and workflow modernization efforts.</li><li>Collaborate with finance, operations, and supply chain teams across multiple business units.</li><li>Assist with specialized accounting areas such as intercompany transactions, joint ventures, employee benefits, and other technical matters.</li><li>Contribute to regulatory reporting and compliance within healthcare, nonprofit, or multi-entity environments.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement and a high-performance team culture.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an AR Supervisor to join our team in Concord, California. This position supports daily receivables operations within a stone, glass, and concrete manufacturing environment while helping maintain accurate financial records and dependable cash flow. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping experience, attention to detail, and the ability to oversee payment activity and account documentation with accuracy and consistency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead and develop AR/billing staff, manage workloads, and support hiring and performance management.</li><li>Oversee collections, resolve payment issues, and reduce overdue accounts.</li><li>Monitor AR aging, assess collection risks, and recommend recovery actions.</li><li>Manage cash applications, reconciliations, and reporting of cash flow and receivables.</li><li>Ensure compliance with lien, notice, bonding, and release requirements across projects.</li><li>Direct billing operations, including contract billing, change orders, retention, and portal submissions.</li><li>Partner with project teams to improve billing accuracy and minimize unbilled revenue.</li><li>Streamline processes, eliminate inefficiencies, and enhance workflow productivity.</li><li>Implement AI and automation tools to improve billing, collections, reporting, and data management.</li><li>Track key AR metrics, maintain controls, and drive continuous process improvements.</li><li>Lead AR month-end close activities, reconciliations, and audit support.</li><li>Establish cross-training and documented procedures to ensure operational continuity.</li><li>Manage team scheduling, time approvals, employee development, and departmental coverage.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to <u>Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Tax Manager | Established RIA Firm| East Bay; 1 day onsite/4 remote | Friday Flex Days! </strong></p><p> </p><p> Robert Half is partnering with an established and rapidly growing <strong>Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm in the East Bay</strong> that is investing in its next phase of growth. Located just steps from BART, the firm is building out its in-house Tax & Estate Planning team to deliver a fully integrated wealth management experience.</p><p> This is an exceptional opportunity for a <strong>Tax Manager</strong> to play a key role in developing this growing practice while working alongside a collaborative team dedicated to serving high-net-worth clients.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with Wealth Advisors to integrate tax strategies into clients' overall financial and estate plans.</li><li>Prepare and review complex federal and state tax returns for high-net-worth individuals.</li><li>Review trust, partnership, and S corporation tax returns for accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Identify tax planning opportunities, potential issues, and areas requiring follow-up.</li><li>Respond to tax-related questions from clients and advisory teams throughout the year.</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation while supporting efficient tax processes and quality standards.</li><li>Mentor and support junior team members as the tax department continues to grow.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to <u>Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p><p> </p>
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide planning, forecasting, and performance analysis for a growing technology and manufacturing organization in Livermore, California. This onsite role offers strong visibility with senior leadership and requires someone who is detail oriented and can translate financial data into actionable business recommendations. The position combines strategic influence with hands-on execution, making it well suited for someone who can strengthen FP& A operations while supporting long-term business growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct company-wide budgeting cycles, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning to support operational and strategic objectives.<br>• Build and refine financial models that inform investment decisions, scenario analysis, and business performance evaluations.<br>• Deliver clear reporting packages, dashboards, and presentations for executives to support timely and informed decision-making.<br>• Work closely with leaders across departments to measure results, uncover performance drivers, and improve profitability.<br>• Monitor financial trends, highlight potential risks, and recommend opportunities for cost control and operational efficiency.<br>• Oversee periodic financial reporting activities to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and on-time delivery.<br>• Evaluate finance processes, reporting tools, and internal controls, then implement improvements that enhance effectiveness and scalability.<br>• Lead and develop FP& A team members, fostering strong analytical capabilities and preparing the function for future growth.<br>• Coordinate with global finance partners and international operations to align planning efforts and improve organizational visibility.<br>• Apply advanced technologies, including AI-enabled approaches, to enhance analysis, reporting quality, and decision support.
<p>We are looking for an accomplished tax leader to join a growing organization in the Greater Sacramento area. This position offers the chance to guide a developing tax function, support a broad range of client and compliance needs, and help shape efficient practices that can scale with the business. The ideal candidate brings strong public tax expertise, sound technical judgment, and the ability to lead teams while partnering effectively with executives and clients.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Shantel Poole via LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day tax operations by setting team priorities, assigning work, and maintaining accountability for deadlines and deliverables.</p><p>• Review and oversee complex tax filings across individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and other multi-entity engagements to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Provide advanced guidance on tax planning, regulatory interpretation, and advisory matters for clients, leadership, and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Evaluate current tax procedures and implement improvements to workflow, documentation, technology usage, and overall efficiency.</p><p>• Support organizational growth by building practical processes, strengthening controls, and helping create a scalable tax infrastructure.</p><p>• Manage capacity planning, scheduling, and quality review standards to balance workload and maintain high service levels.</p><p>• Build trusted relationships with clients, company leadership, and cross-functional partners through clear communication and responsive support.</p><p>• Identify strategic tax opportunities related to entity structure, transactions, and business decisions, and present practical recommendations.</p><p>• Contribute to hiring, coaching, and performance development efforts to strengthen the tax team over time.</p><p>• Monitor federal and state tax law developments and communicate relevant impacts to clients and decision-makers. </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.
<p>Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting team in California, with a primary emphasis on individual tax engagements. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong technical tax knowledge with sound judgment, client-facing confidence, and the ability to keep work moving efficiently through demanding deadlines. The role offers the opportunity to guide complex return preparation, advise clients on tax matters, and support quality across the practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation and final review of complex individual income tax filings, including advanced Form 1040 engagements and related schedules.</p><p>• Advise clients on tax-saving opportunities and filing considerations while maintaining adherence to applicable federal and state tax rules.</p><p>• Manage return pipelines and seasonal priorities to ensure assignments are completed accurately and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Evaluate work produced by entry-level team members, provide constructive feedback, and help develop their technical capabilities.</p><p>• Serve as a primary point of contact for client questions throughout the tax process, offering clear guidance and responsive support.</p><p>• Assist clients with tax notices, examinations, and other compliance-related matters by coordinating responses and resolving issues efficiently.</p><p>• Monitor multiple client engagements at once, balancing deadlines, quality expectations, and service commitments in a public accounting setting.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Senior Tax Manager or Tax Manager to join a growing public accounting practice serving clients in multiple states. This position offers flexibility in how work is performed, with options that may include onsite, hybrid, or primarily remote arrangements for candidates in the Greater Sacramento area. The role is well suited for someone who wants to deepen client ownership, guide developing team members, and contribute to the continued growth of the firm’s tax practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead a diverse book of tax engagements and ensure compliance and advisory work is completed accurately and within established timelines.</p><p>• Examine complex returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, and other business entities before final delivery to clients.</p><p>• Advise clients throughout the year on tax strategies that support planning, compliance, and broader business objectives.</p><p>• Analyze intricate federal and state tax questions and translate findings into practical, client-focused recommendations.</p><p>• Coordinate multiple assignments at once, balancing seasonal deadlines and year-round service commitments across a varied client portfolio.</p><p>• Strengthen client relationships by anticipating needs, identifying planning opportunities, and serving as a reliable tax advisor.</p><p>• Oversee the work of staff and senior accountants by providing technical direction, thoughtful review notes, and constructive coaching.</p><p>• Support the development of team members through mentoring, training, and ongoing guidance that builds internal capability.</p><p>• Work closely with partners and firm leadership on engagement planning, staffing priorities, client strategy, and practice expansion efforts.</p><p>• Contribute to operational improvement by recommending ways to enhance workflow efficiency, service quality, and engagement performance.</p>