10 Results for Senior Cost Accountant Jobs in Salinas, CA

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Sr. Project Accountant

Saratoga, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Client will only consider Current Project Accountants working on large scale projects. 100% remote for candidates who are accustomed to working remote, and available and working during normal business hours. Ideal candidate has NetSuite and Procore. We are looking for an experienced Sr. Project Accountant to oversee the financial performance of large-scale construction projects in Saratoga, California. This role focuses on maintaining accurate project cost records, delivering timely financial insight, and supporting sound decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong construction accounting knowledge, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to collaborate effectively with project and finance teams in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee accounting activities for major capital construction projects from initial setup through final financial close.• Monitor budgets, committed costs, incurred expenses, and forecast updates while investigating and clarifying cost variances.• Prepare recurring project financial reports and cost summaries for internal stakeholders and leadership review.• Evaluate spending classifications to ensure costs are recorded correctly as capital or operating expenses in line with accounting guidance and company policy.• Review contractor and supplier invoices for accuracy, approve eligible charges, and coordinate timely processing.• Support billing administration, including progress-based, milestone-based, and cost-reimbursable invoicing as required by project terms.• Maintain accurate work-in-progress balances, retainage schedules, accrual entries, and other project-related accounting records.• Assist with cash flow planning and help identify funding needs across active projects.• Partner with Project Managers to highlight financial risks, improve cost control, and support audit requests with complete project documentation
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Castroville, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
8000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a construction and contractor-focused business in Castroville, California. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely reporting, and helping keep daily accounting activities running smoothly. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and general ledger work, along with strong familiarity with modern accounting systems. Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, preparing payments, and maintaining accurate vendor records.• Oversee accounts receivable processes by issuing invoices, monitoring outstanding balances, and following up on collections as needed.• Perform bank and account reconciliations to verify transactions, resolve discrepancies, and support accurate cash reporting.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and supporting documentation.• Assist with month-end close activities by organizing financial data, reviewing account balances, and helping ensure deadlines are met.• Maintain accurate accounting records and contribute to the preparation of routine internal financial reports.• Use accounting platforms such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP to process transactions and support financial tracking.• Partner with internal teams to clarify billing, payment, and account questions and improve day-to-day accounting accuracy. Posted by Recruiting Director Scott Moore
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Senior GL Accountant Real Estate Investment $150K + Bonu

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Interested? Connect with me on LinkedIn >> Mahmoud Adam, CPA and send me your resume directly! 💼 Senior GL Accountant | $120K–$150K + Discretionary Bonus🏢 Privately Owned Real Estate Investment Firm I’m partnering with a privately owned real estate investment, construction, and property management company focused on multifamily residential real estate throughout the Bay Area. The firm is looking for a Senior GL Accountant to take ownership of accounting across a complex, multi-entity organization while working closely with leadership and gaining exposure to the broader business. Even better? An accounting intern already handles much of the repetitive work, giving you more room to focus on analysis, problem-solving, and understanding the business beyond the general ledger. 💡 What You’ll Do<ul><li>Own hands-on general ledger accounting across multiple entities</li><li>Understand how different legal entities interact and how transactions flow throughout the organization</li><li>Analyze financial activity and investigate discrepancies rather than simply processing transactions</li><li>Oversee and delegate recurring accounting tasks to an accounting intern</li><li>Work with Yardi and other accounting processes to support accurate financial records</li><li>Partner directly with management and senior leadership on accounting matters and business needs</li><li>Gradually take on broader responsibilities as you develop a deeper understanding of the organization</li></ul>
2026-10-18T00:00:00Z

Corporate Tax Staff Accountant

Santa Cruz, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
35.625 - 41.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Corporate Tax Staff Accountant to join our team in California in a hybrid, contract-to-permanent role. This position is ideal for a tax specialist who brings strong experience across corporate income tax, indirect tax, and compliance activities while working closely with accounting and finance partners. The selected candidate will contribute to accurate filings, reliable reporting, and efficient tax processes in a dynamic business environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and examine corporate tax filings across federal, state, and local jurisdictions to support accurate and timely reporting. • Oversee indirect tax obligations, including sales and use tax and other transaction-based tax requirements, ensuring compliance with applicable rules. • Coordinate return submissions, tax payments, and supporting documentation so deadlines are consistently met without errors. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by assisting with tax provisions, account reconciliations, journal entries, and related schedules. • Organize tax records and provide audit support by compiling requested materials and addressing questions from internal and external reviewers. • Monitor updates to tax legislation and evaluate how regulatory changes may affect reporting requirements and compliance practices. • Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to maintain accurate tax data within Microsoft Dynamics and strengthen day-to-day tax reporting workflows. • Identify opportunities to enhance tax processes, improve internal controls, and increase efficiency across compliance and reporting activities.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Financial Analyst

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to provide planning, reporting, and performance insight for a broad manufacturing operation based in the greater Northern California area with offices in San Jose. This role is 100% onsite, and will require up to 10% travel to the various plant locations This position works closely with plant leaders and corporate finance partners to guide budgeting, forecasting, and financial decision-making across multiple sites. The ideal candidate is comfortable interpreting complex cost and inventory data, building practical models, and turning analysis into recommendations that improve business results. Responsibilities:• Direct the annual budget cycle and ongoing forecast updates for a large network of manufacturing locations, ensuring accurate and timely financial plans.• Evaluate regional profit and loss results by identifying key performance trends, highlighting financial risks, and surfacing areas for improvement.• Collaborate with plant management and operations stakeholders to increase cost transparency and support stronger financial performance.• Perform inventory-related financial analysis, including reconciliations, reserve monitoring, and investigation of variances affecting plant results.• Contribute to month-end close activities tied to inventory balances, cost of goods sold, and site-level financial reporting.• Build and refine financial models that support long-range planning, scenario analysis, and operational decision support.• Deliver on-demand analysis for leadership to support special projects, strategic priorities, and business initiatives.• Improve financial processes, internal controls, and reporting alignment across sites to promote consistency and reliability.• Support SAP-related reporting and compliance activities, including work connected to J-SOX requirements when needed.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Director of Accounting

Salinas, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
170000 - 195000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide accounting and financial strategy for an agriculture-focused organization in Salinas, California. This onsite role will work closely with senior leadership to strengthen financial performance, support operational decision-making, and provide oversight across budgeting, reporting, costing, and compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound business judgment, and a track record of success in complex manufacturing, food, produce, or agricultural environments. Responsibilities:• Serve as a strategic advisor to division leadership, translating financial results into recommendations that support growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.• Direct the yearly planning cycle, including budget development, forecast updates, and longer-range financial outlooks for the business.• Build financial models and scenario analyses that help leaders evaluate business conditions, risks, and investment opportunities.• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned with company standards.• Lead accounting close activities and maintain strong internal controls, policy compliance, and reliable financial processes across the division.• Manage product costing and inventory valuation, with close attention to raw materials, packaging, labor, freight, and other core cost drivers.• Track key financial and operational metrics, identify performance trends, and communicate actionable insights to leadership teams.• Monitor capital spending, assess return expectations, and help improve cash flow and working capital management.• Lead, coach, and develop finance and accounting staff while fostering accountability and high performance across multiple entities or business units.Posted by Staffing Director Scott G. Moore (Apply here and connect on LinkedIn)
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Senior Finance Manager - Top Private Equity Firm

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
Reach out to Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn for additional information or questions regarding this listing. Senior Finance Manager | Private Equity Firm | San Jose| Hybrid | Strong Compensation!! A leading global investment firm focused on technology investing is growing its finance team. Known for its sophisticated investment platform, strong performance track record, and high-caliber culture, the firm offers the opportunity to work alongside top talent within a highly respected private markets environment. This is an exciting opportunity to gain deep exposure to complex private equity fund structures while working closely with a lean, highly technical team. The role offers a mix of fund accounting and tax exposure, strong visibility, technical depth, excellent compensation and benefits, and long-term growth potential within a premier investment platform. Responsibilities<ul><li>Support fund accounting across complex private equity fund structures</li><li>Manage quarterly closes, reconciliations, capital calls, and distributions</li><li>Assist with annual financial statements and audit coordination</li><li>Partner with internal teams and external fund administrators on reporting and operations</li><li>Support accounting and tax-related workstreams across the platform</li><li>Contribute to technical accounting analysis and process improvement initiatives</li></ul>For fastest consideration, reach out to Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Salinas, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to support financial operations and budgeting activities for an organization based in Salinas, California. This is a Long-term Contract to permeant position that is ideal for someone who can manage complex accounting records, investigate financial discrepancies, and provide reliable fiscal support across daily operations. The role requires strong analytical judgment, accuracy in reporting, and the ability to assist with accounting procedures and financial controls in a structured environment. Responsibilities:• Maintain and reconcile financial records by accurately processing transactions across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the general ledger.• Prepare and post journal entries while ensuring supporting documentation is complete and aligned with established accounting practices.• Monitor budget activity, track expenditures, and help maintain cost records to support sound financial oversight.• Research accounting variances and system-related fiscal issues, then recommend or implement appropriate corrections.• Produce financial reports and summaries that support management review, planning, and compliance needs.• Perform bank reconciliations and verify account balances to ensure the integrity of financial data.• Provide guidance on accounting procedures and assist internal stakeholders with fiscal questions and documentation requirements.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

VC Fund Accountant $130K + Bonus + Rare Carry Opportunity

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
Interested? Connect with me on LinkedIn — Mahmoud Adam, CPA — and send me your resume directly! 🚀 Fund Accountant | $115K–$130K + Bonus + Carry📍 Menlo Park | HybridThis is not your typical fund accounting role.I'm working on a confidential opportunity with a top-performing early-stage venture capital firm managing over $2 billion in assets and investing in the next generation of AI, infrastructure, and enterprise technology companies. They're looking for a sharp, detail-oriented Fund Accountant to join a lean finance team, work directly with the Controller and CFO, and grow alongside an ambitious investment platform. The leadership team is approachable, down-to-earth, and genuinely invested in developing the next person who joins. 💡 What You'll Do<ul><li>Support quarterly fund accounting, financial reporting, and investment valuation schedules</li><li>Prepare workpapers for investment purchases, sales, and other fund transactions</li><li>Coordinate capital calls, distributions, management fees, and fund expenses</li><li>Work with the Controller, CFO, and external fund administrator on reporting and operations</li><li>Support audits, tax reporting, investor K-1s, and investor inquiries</li><li>Contribute to new fund launches, process improvements, and special projects</li><li>Explore AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude to improve workflows and efficiency</li></ul>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

San Jose, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support the daily financial operations of a school in California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple payment priorities in a structured accounting environment. The person in this role will help ensure vendors are paid on time, records are maintained properly, and accounts payable activities align with internal policies and month-end deadlines. Responsibilities:• Oversee the complete accounts payable cycle, from entering invoices and assigning proper accounting codes to preparing payments for release.• Examine incoming invoices for accuracy, required approvals, and adherence to established financial procedures before processing.• Match purchase orders, invoices, and receiving support when applicable to confirm that charges are valid and properly documented.• Apply expenses to the correct general ledger accounts and departmental budgets to support accurate financial reporting.• Reconcile vendor statements, research payment differences, and resolve outstanding issues in a timely and thorough manner.• Prepare check runs, ACH transactions, and other approved disbursements while maintaining payment schedules for recurring obligations.• Maintain organized vendor files and respond to questions related to invoice status, payment timing, and account details.• Support month-end activities by assisting with accrual entries, account reconciliations, and documentation needed for closing procedures.• Work closely with faculty, staff, and department administrators to secure approvals and clarify discrepancies tied to purchases and invoices.• Preserve complete financial documentation for audit readiness and assist with related accounting or administrative duties as business needs evolve.
2026-10-18T00:00:00Z

10 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Salinas, CA