<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 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>Key Responsibilities:</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>Steven Lahey with Robert Half is seeking an experienced and results-driven <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to join our client in a mostly <strong>in-office</strong> role. This position will oversee core accounting functions, ensure financial integrity, and lead process improvements. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings strong technical accounting expertise. Please reach out to Steven Lahey at (916) 649-0832 for any further inquiries. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable</li><li>Manage and execute the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements and internal reports</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies</li><li>Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and performance feedback</li><li>Develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy</li><li>Coordinate audits and act as a primary liaison with external auditors</li><li>Monitor internal controls and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements</li><li>Partner with leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations in Sacramento, California. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, guiding the close process, and supporting compliance, reporting, and audit readiness. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily general ledger operations, including oversight of journal entries, accruals, expense activity, and other routine accounting transactions.</p><p>• Perform detailed reviews of balance sheet and income statement accounts by leading reconciliations and investigating variances or unusual activity.</p><p>• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities while driving accuracy, consistency, and timely completion of consolidated reporting.</p><p>• Lead and develop accounting team members through coaching, goal setting, performance feedback, and support for career growth.</p><p>• Help maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal control practices that align with U.S. accounting standards and corporate compliance expectations.</p><p>• Evaluate control effectiveness across accounting processes and address issues to strengthen governance and financial integrity.</p><p>• Coordinate tax compliance activities with external advisors and support efforts to improve tax planning and reporting efficiency.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial reporting packages, cash flow forecasts, budget-related balance sheet schedules, and audit support materials for internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Partner with auditors and cross-functional teams to provide required documentation, resolve issues, and support business operations and special projects.</p>
<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>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 skilled Staff Accountant to support core accounting activities for our client in Solano County, California. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing inventory-related accounting, and helping deliver timely reporting for business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, experience in a production-based environment, and confidence working in NetSuite and Excel.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Record and review journal entries to keep the general ledger complete, accurate, and aligned with accounting standards.</p><p>• Contribute to the monthly close process by preparing reconciliations, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring reporting deadlines are met.</p><p>• Manage accounting related to raw materials, work in process, and finished goods inventory within a manufacturing setting.</p><p>• Analyze inventory differences, assist with cycle counts, and provide support during physical inventory verification activities.</p><p>• Evaluate production costs, track cost of goods sold trends, and help explain manufacturing variance results to leadership.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports, supporting schedules, and ad hoc analyses to assist management with operational and financial decisions.</p><p>• Partner with teams across purchasing, warehouse, operations, and production to improve data accuracy and strengthen financial controls.</p><p>• Use NetSuite to process transactions, generate reporting, and support ongoing improvements to accounting procedures and workflows.</p><p>• Assist with indirect tax filings, audit preparation, and year-end review activities with external auditors.</p><p>• Provide backup support for accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and forecasting activities as business needs require.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long term contract position based in Lodi, California. This role will contribute to accurate financial reporting by managing daily accounting activity, maintaining strong ledger integrity, and assisting with monthly close processes. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and sales tax compliance while working effectively in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage day-to-day accounting activities across accounts payable and accounts receivable to ensure timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries, ensuring financial transactions are recorded in accordance with accrual accounting principles.</p><p>• Complete bank and account reconciliations regularly, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly.</p><p>• Support the month-end close cycle by preparing journal entries, reconciling balances, and assisting with financial reporting deliverables.</p><p>• Administer sales tax calculations, filings, and related documentation using CCH Sales Tax tools as needed.</p><p>• Review accounting records for accuracy and completeness, identifying issues and recommending corrective action when necessary.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather financial information, clarify transaction details, and maintain organized supporting documentation.</p>
<p>Steven Lahey with Robert Half is currently seeking a detail-oriented and motivated <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join our client for a direct hire and mostly <strong>in-office</strong> capacity. This role is ideal for an early-career accounting professional who is looking to grow their expertise in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting overall accounting operations. For immediate consideration or further inquiries, please contact Steven Lahey at (916) 649-0832.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Support preparation of financial statements and reports</li><li>Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards</li><li>Support audits and provide documentation as needed</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and controls</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a Contract position based in Sacramento, California. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys balancing transactional accuracy with monthly financial close activities and responsive internal support. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in QuickBooks, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance while helping ensure timely payments, accurate reporting, and organized financial records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee credit card activity by completing reconciliations, confirming approvals are secured, and guiding employees through timely submission requirements.<br>• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and record adjusting journal entries related to depreciation, prepaid items, accruals, and other general ledger updates.<br>• Administer the accounts payable cycle by reviewing invoices, validating vendor records, confirming coding and approvals, and ensuring payments are issued by required deadlines.<br>• Support accounts receivable processing by checking invoice accuracy, resolving discrepancies, and preparing billing items for submission.<br>• Enter and verify financial transactions in QuickBooks, including cash receipts, disbursements, and other routine accounting activity.<br>• Review employee expense reports for policy compliance, process reimbursements, and reconcile related payments accurately.<br>• Handle loan-related accounting tasks, including disbursements, repayments, journal entries, and reconciliations across multiple bank accounts.<br>• Generate monthly financial reports for programs and management, review accounting reports for accuracy, and make corrections when needed.<br>• Coordinate weekly check runs, process urgent payments when necessary, and upload check information to Positive Pay for payment control.<br>• Maintain organized electronic financial records and respond to questions from staff, vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders regarding account activity and procedures.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Financial Services organization in Sacramento, California. This Contract position focuses on day-to-day transactional accounting, reconciliations, invoicing, and financial reporting support across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will bring solid experience in general ledger activity, receivables, payables, and tax-related filings while working effectively with internal teams and maintaining accurate financial records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage invoice processing, payment workflows, and reimbursement activity while verifying coding accuracy before transactions are entered into the accounting system.<br>• Oversee incoming payments by recording deposits, applying receipts, monitoring overdue balances, and coordinating collection follow-up as needed.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to prepare invoices, support membership billing schedules, and validate underlying financial data used to determine annual dues and related charges.<br>• Respond to scholarship program inquiries, process application-related payments, maintain tracking records, and keep associated web content and listings current.<br>• Record journal entries, monitor cash activity, and maintain the general ledger to ensure transactions are accurately reflected across entities.<br>• Complete monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, intercompany transactions, and administrative fee activity, and assist with draft financial statement preparation.<br>• Support financial analysis by identifying notable fluctuations, researching variances, and helping prepare reporting that informs management decisions.<br>• Prepare and submit quarterly sales and use tax filings and assist with year-end activities including 1099 reporting, budget support, audit preparation, and general ledger review.<br>• Maintain familiarity with accounting software and document accounting procedures and controls to support consistency, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a food manufacturing organization in Vacaville, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role supports core accounting operations by helping ensure accurate financial records, timely reporting, and reliable analysis across daily and monthly activities. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively across multiple accounting functions in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and post month-end journal entries with complete supporting documentation and a high level of accuracy.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and confirm the integrity of underlying financial data.<br>• Help drive the monthly close process by meeting reporting schedules and maintaining accounting deadlines.<br>• Manage broker commission administration, including calculations, review, and on-time payment processing.<br>• Monitor payroll-related and contract labor accounting entries to ensure correct financial treatment.<br>• Oversee cash activity each day and partner with accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to resolve exceptions.<br>• Produce and review daily sales reports to support financial visibility and operational decision-making.<br>• Maintain lease accounting records, including agreement tracking, schedule updates, and supporting documentation for audits and planning.<br>• Prepare required industry and regulatory filings, maintain business license renewals and tax-related registrations, and assist with audits, budgeting, forecasting, borrowing base support, procedure documentation, and cross-training within the accounting team.
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join the team in Napa, California and provide dependable support across daily accounting operations while building toward broader financial ownership. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys working accurately, managing multiple priorities, and contributing to a strong reporting environment. Over time, the role will expand to include greater responsibility for closing activities, financial reporting, and process improvements, offering a clear path for career growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and assist with monthly accounting close tasks.<br>• Perform bank and account reconciliations to verify balances and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Support inventory accounting and product costing activities, including processes specific to winery operations and compliance needs.<br>• Maintain organized, accurate financial records that support timely internal reporting and sound accounting practices.<br>• Take on increasing responsibility for month-end and year-end close procedures as the role develops.<br>• Prepare internal financial statements and assist leadership with budget and forecast reporting.<br>• Partner with external accounting professionals and tax advisors to support reporting requirements and filings.<br>• Recommend and help implement improvements to accounting systems, internal controls, and reporting workflows.
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.