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Staff Accountant

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 41 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing company in Vista is adding a Staff Accountant to its Finance & Accounting team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how a business actually operates — not just recording transactions. You'll have exposure to general ledger accounting, inventory, cost accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting, working closely with Accounting and Operations.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close</li><li>Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate variances</li><li>Assist with cost accounting and manufacturing expense analysis</li><li>Review financial transactions for accurate coding</li><li>Maintain prepaid, accrual, and fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with AP and AR as needed</li><li>Prepare monthly financial reports</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support inventory counts and related accounting activities</li><li>Assist with standard cost and variance reporting</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with annual budget and forecast preparation</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Long Beach, CA
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Temporary / Contract
29 - 33 USD / Hourly
Staff AccountantWe are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing company within the textile industry. This position will work closely with the accounting and operations teams and will be responsible for general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and supporting financial reporting.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and timely</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as needed, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing</li><li>Review inventory-related transactions and assist with inventory reconciliations and adjustments</li><li>Support accounting for raw materials, finished goods, freight, and other manufacturing-related costs</li><li>Assist with cost accounting and analysis of product and inventory costs</li><li>Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and record depreciation</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaid expenses, and other month-end accounting entries</li><li>Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for financial reporting</li><li>Assist with annual audits and provide requested documentation to auditors</li><li>Partner with purchasing, operations, warehouse, and other departments to ensure accurate accounting and documentation</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures</li><li>Assist with special projects and additional accounting responsibilities as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Upland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support essential accounting operations for a Local Government organization in Upland, California. This Contract position focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with reconciliations, and contributing to reliable month-to-month reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong spreadsheet capabilities, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage both transactional and audit-related tasks in a structured environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial activity is accurately reflected in the general ledger. • Perform bank and account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner. • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including reviewing transactions and maintaining organized documentation. • Assist with audit preparation by gathering schedules, reconciling balances, and providing requested financial support materials. • Analyze accounting data in Excel, using downloaded reports or manual inputs to compare balances and validate accuracy. • Maintain general ledger integrity by reviewing entries, tracking adjustments, and helping ensure compliance with internal accounting standards. • Contribute to tax-related accounting support, including work tied to corporate tax and sales tax records as needed.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Torrance, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
72000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Torrance, California. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, general ledger activity, and month-end close while helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting principles, works well in a fast-paced environment, and takes a proactive approach to improving processes and resolving discrepancies. Responsibilities: • Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, confirming coding and approvals, and processing payments in a timely manner. • Record journal entries and maintain general ledger activity to help ensure financial information is complete, accurate, and properly documented. • Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accruals, and other key accounting areas. • Assist with month-end close by preparing supporting schedules, gathering accrual details, and meeting established reporting deadlines. • Monitor accounts receivable aging, follow up on outstanding balances, and work with customers to address payment issues such as deductions, credits, and short-payments. • Maintain organized accounting files and supporting documentation to facilitate audits and strengthen internal recordkeeping. • Partner with internal teams and department leaders to obtain approvals, clarify transactions, and resolve accounting-related questions. • Contribute to ongoing process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall financial reporting quality.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing Carlsbad organization is looking for a Staff Accountant to support its corporate accounting function. This is a well-rounded opportunity for an accountant who wants exposure to the full monthly close process and the opportunity to work alongside Finance, Operations, and leadership. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, prepaid, accrual, and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting schedules</li><li>Review transactions for proper coding and classification</li><li>Assist with AP and AR oversight and issue resolution</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Research unusual account activity and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with fixed asset accounting</li><li>Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with expense and budget-to-actual analysis</li><li>Prepare documentation for audits and tax filings</li><li>Maintain organized supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with process improvements and accounting projects</li><li>Partner with other departments to resolve accounting questions</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing North County construction company is looking for a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team and support multiple active projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands general accounting but also enjoys getting into the details behind project costs, subcontractors, billing, and job profitability. What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Track project-related labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses</li><li>Review job costs and compare actual spending against budgets</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and project-specific balances</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to assigned projects</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Prepare financial schedules and management reports</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external audits and tax requests</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working onsite and can manage a blend of transactional accounting, record maintenance, and financial data accuracy. The position will contribute to core accounting activities while helping keep financial information organized, current, and reliable. Responsibilities: • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities with accuracy and timeliness. • Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting transactions and monthly close work. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger records to ensure financial information is complete and accurate. • Perform data entry and data cleanup tasks to improve the quality and consistency of accounting records. • Assist with corporate tax and sales tax support activities, including organizing documentation and preparing related information. • Help compile schedules and supporting details for corporate tax return preparation and review. • Work onsite with internal stakeholders to address accounting questions and resolve record discrepancies. • Monitor financial documentation and update accounting files to support audit readiness and reporting needs.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 37 USD / Hourly
A North County construction company is adding a Staff Accountant to support its growing accounting operation. This is a hands-on position for someone who wants exposure to both traditional accounting and job/project accounting.You'll work closely with Project Managers and Operations to make sure project costs, vendor activity, billing, and financial reporting are accurate.What You'll Own:<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Review project-related expenses and job costs</li><li>Track labor, materials, subcontractor, and other project expenses</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Review project budgets versus actual spending</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to projects</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and other project-specific balances</li><li>Prepare financial reports and accounting schedules</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external accountants, auditors, and tax professionals</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Laguna Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Execute and supervise accounts payable using Yardi software• Perform check runs and contribute to other accounting tasks as needed• Offer support to property management and office tasks as required• Ensure precision and meticulousness in all financial transactions• Handle accounts receivable tasks and bank reconciliations• Maintain and manage the general ledger• Record and manage journal entries• Close financial records at the end of each month• Use accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP effectively.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant - Construction

Poway, CA
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Temporary to Hire
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing team in Poway, California in a contract capacity with permanent potential. This role supports core accounting operations and plays an important part in maintaining accurate financial records, completing close activities, and preparing timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, works well across multiple priorities, and is comfortable contributing in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage daily accounting transactions across payables and receivables, ensuring accurate entry, tracking, and follow-up. • Complete bank and account reconciliations on a recurring basis to maintain accurate financial records and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Support monthly closing activities by preparing journal entries, updating the general ledger, and helping ensure deadlines are met. • Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and review supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy. • Assist in compiling financial reports and statements by organizing data and verifying accounting information. • Analyze account activity, identify unusual fluctuations, and research variances to support accurate reporting. • Maintain organized accounting documentation and contribute to additional finance and accounting projects as business needs evolve.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant/Sr. Staff Accountant

Long Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented accounting specialist to join our team in Long Beach, California. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys owning core accounting activities, improving accuracy in financial reporting, and working across daily transactions and month-end processes. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in general ledger accounting, communicates effectively with internal partners, and is motivated to continue growing within a dynamic organization. Responsibilities: • Manage general ledger activity and prepare journal entries to support accurate monthly and year-end financial reporting. • Complete account reconciliations, analyze balance sheet activity, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Lead key month-end close tasks, including accruals, prepaid expense tracking, and review of financial variances. • Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash application, and bank reconciliation processes to maintain accurate records. • Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external audit requests. • Assist with financial analysis and reporting by using Excel tools to organize data, identify trends, and validate results. • Contribute to accounting operations related to inventory, cost accounting, or manufacturing environments when applicable. • Work within ERP systems such as SAP or S/4HANA to record transactions, review data, and support accounting workflows.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant/Financial Operations Analyst

Santa Fe Springs, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Job Description: We’re seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with strong Excel and data analytics skills to join our high-performing team. This is a hands-on role supporting day-to-day accounting operations while also leveraging Excel and financial data to improve reporting, accuracy, and business decision-making.The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in general accounting, enjoys working with large datasets, and is highly proficient in Excel. In this role, you’ll help maintain accurate financial records, perform account reconciliations, support month-end close, review billing and transactions, and develop reporting that provides meaningful insights across multiple business units.As part of a thriving $100M distribution leader, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with accounting, operations, and sales teams while helping improve financial processes, reporting, and data integrity. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform day-to-day accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing and reviewing account reconciliations and supporting schedules.</li><li>Review general ledger activity and investigate discrepancies, unusual transactions, and variances.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other balance sheet accounts.</li><li>Review billing transactions, pricing terms, customer charges, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with contractual agreements.</li><li>Assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including researching discrepancies and resolving issues with internal teams.</li><li>Develop and maintain weekly and monthly reporting in Excel, including sales forecasting, operational metrics, financial reporting, and variance analyses.</li><li>Extract, clean, and analyze large datasets from ERP systems, credit card statements, billing systems, and other financial sources.</li><li>Use advanced Excel functions, pivot tables, lookups, and other analytical tools to organize and analyze financial information.</li><li>Conduct data mining and identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process and financial improvements.</li><li>Ensure financial data is accurate and consistent across multiple systems, business units, and reporting platforms.</li><li>Build and enhance Excel dashboards, financial reports, and other reporting tools for accounting and senior leadership.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting, operations, sales, and other departments to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve the flow and accuracy of financial data.</li><li>Support audit requests by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiencies, and internal controls.</li><li>Support ad-hoc accounting and financial analysis projects that improve operational efficiency and profitability.</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Carson, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Cost Accountant – ManufacturingWe are seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to support the accounting and operational functions of a manufacturing organization. This role will be responsible for monitoring manufacturing costs, inventory, standard costing, variance analysis, and supporting month-end close. The Cost Accountant will work closely with Accounting, Operations, Production, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to ensure accurate product costing and financial reporting.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Maintain and analyze standard costs for raw materials, labor, overhead, and finished goods</li><li>Perform manufacturing cost and variance analysis, including material, labor, overhead, purchase price, and production variances</li><li>Review and reconcile inventory, including raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods</li><li>Assist with physical inventory counts, cycle counts, inventory adjustments, and reconciliation of discrepancies</li><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations related to inventory, cost of goods sold, manufacturing expenses, and accruals</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Analyze actual manufacturing costs compared to standards, budgets, and forecasts</li><li>Monitor production costs and identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for cost improvement</li><li>Assist with establishing and updating standard costs, bills of materials (BOMs), and manufacturing routings</li><li>Review inventory valuation and ensure accurate costing of manufactured products</li><li>Partner with Production and Operations teams to understand manufacturing performance and investigate cost variances</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and analysis of manufacturing expenses</li><li>Prepare cost reports and provide management with insight into margins, profitability, and operational performance</li><li>Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation related to inventory and cost accounting</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with company policies and GAAP</li></ul>
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

City of Industry, CA
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Temporary / Contract
48.08 - 52.88 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is actively recruiting for an strong Sr. Accountant to join the loan staff practice. The consultant’s primary responsibilities will be supporting the accounting team with month end close, booking journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, doing flux analysis and complex accounting entries. In addition, the consultant will need a strong understanding of GAAP accounting. This role is onsite. Technical Skills: - Strong month end close experience (Booking entries, Reconciliations, critical thinking skills) - Complex financial transaction experience (Accruals, Bonds, Loans, Debt covenants) - Capital projects (depreciation, additions, disposals) - Analyze monthly financial statements’ actual to budget and balance sheet flux analysis - Support external audit if needed - Heavy excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, large data sets) Soft Skills: - Ability to understand business processes quickly - Communicates effectively with various levels within the organization
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Pomona, CA
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support government finance operations through a contract assignment. This role will manage complex accounting activities across grants, revenues, debt service, and enterprise funds while helping maintain accurate financial records and timely reporting. The position is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and can analyze detailed financial data, oversee critical close processes, and provide dependable support to finance leadership. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly and year-end close activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and on schedule. • Prepare and review journal entries, maintain general ledger integrity, and resolve discrepancies through detailed account analysis. • Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and fund activity to support complete and accurate reporting. • Administer accounting work related to government grants, including tracking expenditures, monitoring compliance, and supporting reimbursement documentation. • Produce internal and external financial reports, including schedules and supporting documents for annual reporting requirements. • Analyze revenues, enterprise fund activity, and debt service transactions to identify variances, trends, and reporting issues. • Assist with budget development, expenditure monitoring, and financial forecasting by providing reliable accounting data and analysis. • Support audits and finance management requests by preparing documentation, answering accounting questions, and ensuring adherence to applicable regulations.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Costa Mesa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in Costa Mesa, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, guiding the monthly close cycle, and delivering meaningful reporting insights to accounting leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment in reviewing financial activity, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external auditors. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly close process and help ensure financial reporting is completed accurately and on schedule. • Prepare monthly financial statements and provide clear analytical summaries and observations to the Controller. • Review and approve general ledger reconciliations to support the accuracy and completeness of account balances. • Oversee reconciliation activity tied to cross-functional departments and confirm that transactions are properly reflected in the ledger. • Evaluate and approve journal entries prepared by accounting staff to maintain strong financial controls. • Review weekly payment runs and purchase order activity to verify accuracy, documentation, and required approvals. • Support accounting operations related to receivables and partner with campus departments to ensure proper fixed asset accounting practices. • Manage data flow between accounting, payroll, and other connected systems to help maintain reliable financial information. • Work directly with external auditors during annual audits and assist with the preparation of organizational tax filings while ensuring adherence to internal policies and procedures.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team. This role is suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys working in a fast-moving growth environment and taking ownership of core financial operations. The position will support accurate reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to maintain sound financial controls. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule. • Examine and authorize journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports to maintain the accuracy of accounting records. • Manage general ledger activity, accruals, revenue accounting, and balance sheet reconciliations while supporting strong financial integrity. • Develop and refine accounting procedures and internal controls that can support continued business growth and operational complexity. • Work closely with international headquarters, internal departments, and outside accounting partners to align financial reporting and resolve accounting matters. • Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce close timelines, and enhance the reliability of financial reporting. • Support ERP and reporting system improvements, including enhancements, integrations, and optimization efforts related to accounting operations.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Brea, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage reporting activities, support audit and tax processes, and work confidently with large data sets in Excel. The successful candidate will bring a proactive approach, strong ownership of deliverables, and the ability to collaborate closely with accounting and business partners in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and consolidate financial reports to support accurate monthly and periodic reporting. • Review account activity, reconcile key balance sheet and bank accounts, and resolve variances in a timely manner. • Record and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger. • Assist with month-end close activities and help ensure deadlines are met with a high level of accuracy. • Respond to audit requests by gathering documentation, answering follow-up questions, and supporting issue resolution. • Participate in tax return review activities by organizing financial information and validating supporting schedules. • Partner with accounts payable and other internal stakeholders to track requests, provide updates, and keep deliverables moving forward. • Use advanced Excel capabilities, including formulas, reporting tools, and macros, to analyze data and improve reporting efficiency.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Brea, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Brea, California. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing financial reporting, ensuring compliance, and supporting various accounting functions. This position requires a proactive and results-driven individual with a strong command of accounting principles and advanced Excel skills. Responsibilities: • Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. • Prepare and review general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations. • Consolidate financial reports and provide insights to support decision-making processes. • Respond to audit requests and assist in preparing documentation for compliance reviews. • Review and verify tax returns, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. • Collaborate with accounts payable and other departments to address and resolve inquiries. • Utilize advanced Excel functions, including macros, to streamline and improve reporting processes. • Work closely with financial leadership to identify opportunities for operational efficiency. • Ensure all financial records are maintained in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. • Provide support during peak periods, staying flexible to meet deadlines and business needs.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Carson, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
Senior Accountant – Distribution & Transportation Industry: Logistics, Distribution, Transportation Type: permanent | Onsite A fast‑growing distribution and transportation company in Carson is adding a Senior Accountant to strengthen its accounting team and support a high‑volume, fast‑moving operation. This role sits at the center of the business—where finance meets operations—and offers the chance to make an immediate impact as the company continues to scale. What This Role Offers Direct visibility to leadership and the opportunity to influence financial decisions Strong momentum as the company modernizes systems, reporting, and operational processes Ownership of key accounting areas where your work drives accuracy, clarity, and better business outcomes A dynamic environment where each day brings something different—and your contributions are noticed quickly Key Responsibilities Lead month‑end close tasks including journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and reconciliations Maintain accurate GL activity and deliver timely account reconciliations Analyze freight, distribution, and transportation-related P&L activity to identify trends and cost drivers Prepare financial statements and support schedules for management review Provide meaningful operational insights to support budgeting and forecasting Review AP/AR transactions and address discrepancies quickly Support inventory-related accounting, landed cost accuracy, and operational variance analysis Partner with warehouse, logistics, and operations teams to ensure clean financial reporting Assist with external audits and help strengthen internal controls Identify inefficiencies and contribute to process improvements across accounting workflows Who Thrives Here Someone who enjoys both detailed accounting work and connecting it to real operational outcomes A proactive problem-solver who likes stepping into a fast-paced, hands‑on environment A collaborative team player who can partner effectively with operations and leadership An accountant who wants a role with real impact—not just routine close cycles Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 5+ years of accounting experience Strong understanding of GAAP and month‑end close processes Experience with cost, freight, or inventory accounting is a strong plus Proficiency with Excel and Great Plains Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills 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) 800-3913 and ask for Preston Doran. Please reference job order number 00460-0013406927 and email resume to [email protected]
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Newport Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing accounting team in Newport Beach, California. This role is responsible for supporting an accurate and timely close process while helping maintain the integrity of consolidated financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to work effectively across monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles. Responsibilities: • Lead assigned aspects of the monthly close by preparing, reviewing, and validating journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules. • Maintain accuracy across general ledger activity by analyzing account balances, resolving discrepancies, and documenting conclusions clearly. • Coordinate complex accounting tasks related to consolidations, including foreign currency remeasurement, intercompany eliminations, and expense allocations. • Support special accounting initiatives by organizing deliverables, preparing related entries, and ensuring complete documentation for each project. • Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency and recommend practical process enhancements that strengthen timeliness and accuracy. • Contribute to the development and application of accounting policies that promote consistent reporting across the organization. • Partner with internal and external auditors by assembling audit schedules, responding to requests, and providing detailed financial support during quarterly and year-end reviews. • Assist with internal and external financial reporting by preparing information used in management packages and regulatory filings while following established controls and compliance standards.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Fullerton, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a non-profit organization in Fullerton, California. This position combines core accounting leadership with significant payroll responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who is equally comfortable managing month-end activities and overseeing accurate payroll processing. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain precise financial records in a mission-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, reviewing account activity, and ensuring timely completion of financial reporting tasks. • Maintain the general ledger by recording, analyzing, and correcting transactions to support accurate financial statements. • Oversee payroll operations for a substantial portion of the role, ensuring employees are paid accurately and in compliance with applicable policies and regulations. • Reconcile accounts receivable balances and investigate discrepancies to keep records complete and current. • Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations, resolving variances and documenting findings as needed. • Prepare and review supporting schedules, account analyses, and other documentation required for audits and internal review. • Partner with internal stakeholders to address accounting and payroll questions, improve accuracy, and support day-to-day financial operations. • Use payroll and accounting systems effectively, including Dayforce, to process transactions and maintain reliable records.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Pico Rivera, CA
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Temporary / Contract
48 - 50 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is recruiting for a strong Senior Accountant for our Public sector client to support close, reporting, and compliance on a 2-3 month assignment. This role will be located onsite. Responsibilities* Manage month end close including journal entries and reconciliations* Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve variances* Support budget to actual analysis and reporting* Ensure compliance with public sector regulations and internal controls* Assist with audit requests and documentation* Review accounting transactions for accuracy Qualifications* Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance* 5 plus years of experience in accounting* Public sector or governmental accounting experience preferred* Strong Excel and ERP systems experience
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Newport Beach, CA
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Temporary to Hire
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a team in Newport Beach, California in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can quickly step into a fast-paced accounting environment, manage daily financial activities with limited onboarding, and support accurate reporting across property-related operations. The ideal candidate brings solid experience with accounting systems used in real estate or property management settings, along with a strong command of payroll, ledger activity, and financial statement review. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance. • Prepare and review bank reconciliations to ensure account accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies. • Process payroll activities with attention to compliance, accuracy, and established deadlines. • Produce financial reports and assist with the preparation and analysis of individual and consolidated financial statements. • Evaluate accounting records to confirm completeness, accuracy, and alignment with reporting requirements. • Support property accounting functions by tracking financial activity related to real estate portfolios and operating entities. • Utilize AppFolio or comparable property management accounting platforms to maintain records and execute core accounting tasks. • Contribute effectively in a high-volume environment by prioritizing work, meeting deadlines, and handling multiple financial processes simultaneously.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
This is the kind of Senior Accountant role that can actually move your career forward.A well-established North County organization is looking for a Senior Accountant to join its accounting team and take ownership of complex accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This position is designed for someone who has mastered the fundamentals of accounting and is ready for more ownership, more visibility, and more exposure to the business.You'll work closely with the Controller and accounting leadership while becoming a key resource for financial reporting and accounting projects. This is a particularly strong opportunity for someone who eventually wants to move into an Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller position. What you'll be responsible for:<ul><li>Own assigned portions of the monthly and quarterly close process.</li><li>Prepare and review complex journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze general ledger activity and investigate unusual transactions.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Analyze income statement and balance sheet activity.</li><li>Assist with audit schedules and respond to auditor requests.</li><li>Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities.</li><li>Prepare recurring management reports and financial analysis.</li><li>Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend corrective action.</li><li>Help improve accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls.</li><li>Participate in system implementations, process improvements, and special accounting projects.</li><li>Serve as a resource for junior accounting staff and assist with training when needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

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