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- Irvine, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team in Irvine, California. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, support reporting and forecasting activities, and contribute to a reliable close process that informs business decisions. This position offers broad exposure to day-to-day accounting operations and provides a strong foundation for continued growth within a collaborative, fully in-office environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and post journal entries to the general ledger while keeping supporting schedules and subledgers accurate and up to date.<br>• Perform reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts, including cash, revenue, payables, receivables, payroll, intercompany activity, fixed assets, prepaid items, and accrued expenses.<br>• Review financial information for completeness and accuracy so the company’s accounting records properly reflect operating results and financial position.<br>• Assist with budgeting, forecast preparation, and spending analysis to support planning and ongoing financial visibility.<br>• Help prepare management reports, performance scorecards, and required financial statements for internal and external reporting needs.<br>• Monitor treasury activity by compiling cash summaries, tracking balances, and maintaining rolling cash flow projections.<br>• Work closely with operational teams to calculate monthly commissions and resolve billing or accounting questions across departments.<br>• Respond to changing business priorities by handling ad hoc financial analysis, special projects, and administrative support for the accounting function.
- 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
- San Marcos, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 31 - 36 USD / Hourly
- <p>A mission-driven organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to support financial reporting, account reconciliations, and grant-related accounting activities. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys technical accounting work and wants to contribute to an organization where accurate financial management supports meaningful community programs.</p><p>The successful candidate will partner with the finance team to maintain the general ledger, monitor program expenses, and ensure financial documentation is complete and audit-ready. Previous nonprofit experience is helpful, although candidates with strong general accounting fundamentals may also be considered.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and selected program-related accounts.</li><li>Assist with monthly financial statements and management reporting.</li><li>Track program expenses against approved budgets and funding allocations.</li><li>Help maintain grant expenditure schedules and supporting documentation.</li><li>Review invoices and expense reports for appropriate coding and approvals.</li><li>Assist with budget-to-actual analysis and investigate material variances.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Prepare documentation for annual audits and grant compliance reviews.</li><li>Coordinate with program managers to obtain missing financial information.</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records and support improvements to financial procedures.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
- Vista, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 33 - 41 USD / Hourly
- <p>A growing manufacturing company is looking for a Staff Accountant to support general ledger accounting, production-related financial analysis, and month-end close. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys digging into the numbers, understanding how operational activity impacts financial performance, and helping leadership maintain reliable financial reporting.</p><p>Working alongside the accounting manager and operations team, you will help reconcile accounts, investigate variances, and maintain accurate records related to inventory and production costs.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, prepaids, depreciation, and other general ledger activity.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and research unusual fluctuations.</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close activities.</li><li>Review inventory transactions and assist with inventory reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing costs, production variances, and cost-of-goods-sold activity.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.</li><li>Review expense allocations and verify appropriate general ledger coding.</li><li>Prepare financial schedules and supporting reports for management.</li><li>Assist with audit requests and maintain documentation for financial controls.</li><li>Partner with operations and purchasing to investigate inventory or cost discrepancies.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures and reporting accuracy.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
- Carlsbad, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 32 - 36 USD / Hourly
- <p>A growing organization is looking for a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team and support day-to-day financial operations. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys digging into the numbers, maintaining clean records, and getting involved in the full month-end close process.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts.</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.</li><li>Review expenses, accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed asset activity.</li><li>Research account variances and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Maintain organized schedules and documentation for audits.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Torrance, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>Staff Accountant | Aerospace Industry | Torrance, CA</strong></p><p>Looking to take your accounting career to new heights? We’re partnering with an innovative aerospace company in Torrance seeking a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of accounting while contributing to a fast-paced, high-performance environment.</p><p>In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting financial operations, inventory accounting, and month-end close—while working alongside a collaborative team that values accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close through journal entries and financial documentation</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with accounting standards and company policies</li><li>Manage inventory accounting, including cost analysis, reconciliations, and fixed asset tracking</li><li>Assist with physical inventory processes and ensure accurate inventory records</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and support external audit requests</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting efficiency</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and company procedures</li><li>Assist with tax-related activities, including corporate and sales tax filings</li><li>Provide financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting</li><li>Experience with inventory accounting or manufacturing environments is a plus</li><li>High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment</li><li>Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills and a proactive approach</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Work in a cutting-edge aerospace environment with growth potential</li><li>Gain exposure to complex accounting areas, including inventory and cost accounting</li><li>Collaborative team culture with opportunities to make a real impact</li><li>Clear path for career development and advancement</li></ul><p>If you’re looking for a role where you can build your skills, take on new challenges, and grow within a dynamic industry—this is a great opportunity to step forward.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number</p><p>000460-0013413785 email resume to [email protected]</p>
- 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z
- Vista, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 33 - 36 USD / Hourly
- <p>A well-established manufacturing company is looking to bring on a Staff Accountant with an interest in inventory, cost analysis, and operational accounting. This position works closely with production, purchasing, and warehouse teams to ensure financial records accurately reflect business activity.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate quantity or valuation variances.</li><li>Assist with standard costing, job costing, and manufacturing expense analysis.</li><li>Prepare journal entries, accruals, and month-end account reconciliations.</li><li>Review production costs, purchase price variances, and inventory adjustments.</li><li>Support cycle counts and annual physical inventory processes.</li><li>Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs.</li><li>Assist with financial reporting and audit requests.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Long Beach, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a hospitality finance team in Long Beach, California on a Contract basis. This role supports daily accounting operations, accounts receivable activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting while partnering with hotel leadership to maintain accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a service-focused mindset, and the ability to manage multiple financial priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounting activities to keep finance operations accurate, organized, and running efficiently.<br>• Support finance leadership with budget reviews, variance analysis, forecasting, and interpretation of operating results for department stakeholders.<br>• Prepare balance sheet account analyses and contribute to monthly benchmarking and operational performance reporting.<br>• Monitor internal controls and assist with audit readiness by reviewing processes for compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.<br>• Reconcile daily credit card activity and bank transactions, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Coordinate credit-related activities, including aging review, collection follow-up, direct billing support, and monthly credit meeting preparation.<br>• Oversee group billing administration from contract setup through final payment, including deposits, commissions, invoicing, and client communication.<br>• Partner with front office and operational teams to clear outstanding guest ledger items, address billing inquiries, and process refunds professionally.<br>• Record journal entries, maintain general ledger accuracy, and support tax-related accounting tasks such as sales tax and corporate tax reporting requirements.
- 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 34 - 36 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their team in an on-site role. This position is ideal for an accounting professional with strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of general ledger accounting, and experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>The Staff Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reconciliations, and assisting with day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and able to work effectively in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other financial records</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed</li><li>Prepare financial reports and assist with variance analysis</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation</li><li>Research and resolve accounting discrepancies</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to support financial operations</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
- Laguna Beach, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are inviting applications for the role of a Staff Accountant in Laguna Beach, California. This role is central to our clients real estate team, primarily focusing on accounts payable tasks using Yardi software. The role is in-office and offers an exciting opportunity for those with a background in accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Execute and supervise accounts payable using Yardi software</p><p>• Perform check runs and contribute to other accounting tasks as needed</p><p>• Offer support to property management and office tasks as required</p><p>• Ensure precision and meticulousness in all financial transactions</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable tasks and bank reconciliations</p><p>• Maintain and manage the general ledger</p><p>• Record and manage journal entries</p><p>• Close financial records at the end of each month</p><p>• Use accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP effectively.</p>
- 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
- Torrance, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a meticulous Accounting Coordinator to join a team in Torrance, California and provide hands-on support across daily accounting operations. This Long-term Contract position offers <strong>part-time hours </strong>and is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping financial records accurate, investigating discrepancies, and producing dependable Excel-driven reporting. The role works closely with internal stakeholders to support reconciliations, payables activity, reporting needs, and month-end accounting tasks in an in-office environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card activity, investigate variances, and ensure transactions are recorded correctly.</p><p>• Review daily deposits and related financial activity to maintain accurate reporting and support consistent cash tracking.</p><p>• Assist with payment processing, including check runs and credit card obligations, while helping monitor short-term cash flow needs.</p><p>• Contribute to monthly financial reporting by preparing supporting schedules, reviewing figures, and highlighting items that require attention.</p><p>• Support accounts payable processing by reviewing invoices, tracking approvals, coding documentation, and maintaining organized records.</p><p>• Perform three-way matching across purchase orders, receiving records, and invoices, then follow through on any pricing, quantity, or documentation discrepancies.</p><p>• Build, update, and refine Excel-based reports covering cash activity, trends, financial summaries, billing, inventory, and equipment utilization.</p><p>• Review output from QuickBooks and related systems, correct data issues when appropriate, and escalate exceptions that may affect reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Assist with collections follow-up by reviewing aging reports, coordinating on payment issues, and helping resolve internal discrepancies that delay collections.</p><p>• Provide support during month-end close and assist with documentation needed for sales tax support and year-end tax preparation materials.</p>
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z