We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to support enterprise process improvement initiatives in Newport Beach, California. This role will work closely with operational leaders and technology teams to shape effective solutions using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and the Power Platform. The position focuses on translating business goals into practical system capabilities, improving workflows, and driving measurable results across customer-facing functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with business leaders and technical teams to gather, clarify, and prioritize functional needs for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement initiatives.<br>• Analyze current workflows, identify process gaps, and recommend scalable improvements that increase efficiency across sales, service, and field operations.<br>• Convert business objectives into detailed requirements, user stories, process maps, and supporting documentation for delivery teams.<br>• Collaborate with developers, architects, and project stakeholders to design and refine solutions built on Dynamics 365 and Power Platform tools.<br>• Support implementation efforts by validating configurations, coordinating user acceptance testing, and ensuring solutions align with operational expectations.<br>• Help establish adoption strategies, usage standards, and governance practices that promote consistent and effective platform utilization.<br>• Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders to keep projects aligned, informed, and moving forward.<br>• Monitor solution performance after deployment, gather feedback from users, and drive ongoing enhancements based on business value.<br>• Contribute to integration planning for Dynamics 365 with Microsoft applications, Azure services, or external systems when required.
We are looking for a Business Analyst to support operational improvement and digital enablement initiatives in Newport Beach, California. This role works across business and technology teams to uncover process gaps, define more effective ways of working, and help deliver scalable solutions that improve performance across core supply chain activities. The position is well suited for someone who can connect business goals with system capabilities, guide cross-functional collaboration, and promote practical, data-informed decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate existing business workflows to uncover inefficiencies, process bottlenecks, and opportunities for greater consistency across operations.<br>• Create improved future-state processes that use system functionality and automation to reduce manual tasks and strengthen execution.<br>• Lead business analysis efforts for initiatives involving warehouse operations, procurement activities, and order management processes.<br>• Collaborate with business leaders, technical teams, and external partners to define requirements and align solutions with strategic priorities.<br>• Support the delivery lifecycle from initial discovery and requirements gathering through testing, rollout, and user adoption.<br>• Develop repeatable process models and documentation that can be applied across multiple sites and warehouse environments.<br>• Conduct gap assessments between current operations and desired capabilities, recommending practical improvements through D365 and connected platforms.<br>• Help drive digital transformation efforts by identifying opportunities to improve reporting, analytics, and operational decision support.
<p>The Controller we are seeking for our client plays a critical leadership role in maintaining the company’s financial health, integrity, and operational effectiveness. This position is responsible for overseeing all accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, and strengthening internal controls across the company Communications and affiliated entities under a shared services model.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Financial Oversight & Reporting</p><p>Oversee and manage all accounting operations, including:</p><p>General ledger</p><p>Accounts payable and receivable</p><p>Payroll accounting</p><p>Intercompany</p><p>Project Accounting</p><p>Fixed assets</p><p>Inventory and cost accounting</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Tax compliance</strong></p><p>Prepare, review, and present accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</p><p>Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.</p><p>Manage financial reporting across multiple legal entities within a shared services structure.</p><p>ERP Implementation & Optimization</p><p>Lead the implementation, optimization, and ongoing management of ERP and financial systems.</p><p>Train and support staff on ERP functionality and best practices.</p><p>Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning</p><p>Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process in partnership with the CFO and executive leadership.</p><p>Partner with department leaders to evaluate performance, control costs, and identify efficiency opportunities.</p><p>Develop financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to support strategic planning and business decisions.</p><p>Provide meaningful variance analysis and actionable insights.</p><p><strong>Cash Flow Management & Financial Strategy</strong></p><p>Manage cash flow, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization.</p><p>Oversee banking relationships and cash forecasting.</p><p>Analyze financial performance and recommend strategies to enhance profitability, reduce risk, and support growth initiatives.</p><p>Support capital planning, investment analysis, and cost control initiatives.</p><p><strong>Internal Controls, Compliance & Audit</strong></p><p>Design, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.</p><p><br></p>
<p>A luxury hospitality management group overseeing multiple hotels and restaurants throughout Southern California is seeking a <strong>Senior Staff Accountant</strong> to join its expanding corporate finance team. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working in a multi-entity environment, leading critical accounting functions, and mentoring junior team members. This highly visible role offers direct exposure to executive leadership while playing a key part in financial reporting, internal controls, and process improvement initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Corporate Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for multiple business entities</li><li>Prepare complex journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Review financial statements and analyze operating results</li><li>Assist with consolidations and intercompany transactions</li><li>Support annual audits and tax preparation</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Mentor junior accounting staff and review work for accuracy</li><li>Develop and improve accounting procedures and internal controls</li><li>Partner with operations leaders to analyze financial performance</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting</li><li>Participate in ERP enhancements and accounting system implementations</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and cost oversight for a manufacturing environment in Vista, California. This role will guide the financial close cycle, maintain accurate inventory and standard costing practices, and deliver clear reporting that supports business decisions. The position also partners closely with operational and corporate stakeholders to strengthen controls, improve processes, and provide insight into financial performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring financial results are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.<br>• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and account fluctuation analyses to maintain reliable financial records and strong balance sheet support.<br>• Oversee full absorption cost accounting, including inventory valuation, standard cost maintenance, and analysis of material, labor, and overhead variances.<br>• Manage inventory reconciliation activities by investigating differences between operational records, system data, and financial reporting, and drive timely resolution.<br>• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to strengthen inventory controls, support physical counts, and evaluate key cost drivers affecting production.<br>• Prepare financial statements, forecasts, budgets, and reporting packages for leadership and corporate consolidation requirements.<br>• Establish and maintain internal controls related to revenue recognition, accruals, fixed assets, leases, intercompany activity, and manufacturing accounting processes.<br>• Support internal and external audit requests, regulatory reporting needs, and documentation requirements for divisional entities.<br>• Serve as a trusted finance partner to divisional leadership by communicating financial results, highlighting risks, and supporting informed decision-making.<br>• Identify and implement process and system improvements, including support for ERP-related enhancements, accounting policy alignment, and the development of team members.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with an innovative and rapidly growing San Diego company seeking a talented <strong>Senior Staff Accountant</strong> to join its expanding finance team. This is not your typical accounting role. Our client is looking for someone who wants to be a strategic contributor, help drive process improvements, and make a visible impact across the organization.</p><p>As businesses throughout San Diego continue to grow, experienced accounting professionals are becoming increasingly valuable. This opportunity offers direct exposure to leadership, complex accounting projects, and the chance to work alongside a team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional development. If you enjoy turning numbers into meaningful business insights, improving processes, and being part of a company experiencing exciting growth, this could be the perfect next step in your career.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries and reconciliations</li><li>Analyze financial statements and trends</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting initiatives</li><li>Support external audits and tax compliance efforts</li><li>Maintain and improve internal controls</li><li>Reconcile complex balance sheet accounts</li><li>Partner with department leaders on financial reporting needs</li><li>Assist with cash flow management and analysis</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes</li></ul>
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a growing team in Irvine, California. This position is well suited for an accounting specialist who combines audit-based technical strength with practical industry experience, particularly in manufacturing and inventory environments. The role offers broad exposure across close activities, financial reporting, reconciliations, and process improvement in a collaborative setting that values initiative and adaptability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead key parts of the monthly close cycle by preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and helping shorten the overall close timeline.<br>• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies to ensure reliable financial reporting.<br>• Manage cash and banking activity, including detailed bank reconciliations and efforts to improve efficiency through automation.<br>• Support financial reporting by analyzing results, preparing schedules, and explaining fluctuations against forecasts or budgets.<br>• Partner with teams across operations and other business functions to gather data, resolve issues, and improve the flow of financial information.<br>• Oversee billing support activities by preparing invoices and assisting with collection follow-up to promote timely cash receipt.<br>• Assist with external audit requests by organizing documentation, answering inquiries, and helping maintain audit readiness throughout the year.<br>• Contribute to internal control development, accounting policy support, and other special projects tied to process improvement and business growth.<br>• Participate in cost-focused and operational reviews, including analysis related to inventory, manufacturing activity, and job cost performance.