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10 results for Senior Financial Data Analyst in San Diego, CA

Sr. Financial Analyst

Carlsbad, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support program finance activities for a high-technology engineering environment in Carlsbad, California. This role works closely with program leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen cost visibility, improve forecast accuracy, and provide insight into program financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a proactive approach to risk identification, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear business recommendations. Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation and ongoing refinement of estimates at completion by evaluating incurred costs and building forward-looking, time-phased cost projections. • Assess program financial results against plans and forecasts, then communicate key drivers, trends, and variances to stakeholders in a timely manner. • Partner with teams across program management, supply chain, accounting, operations, and engineering to support execution, resolve financial issues, and improve decision-making. • Establish and maintain program cost baselines that align budget expectations with schedule performance across multiple programs. • Produce recurring and on-demand financial reports using available data sources to support internal reviews and external reporting needs. • Identify financial risks and favorable opportunities, recommend response strategies, and help drive actions that improve program outcomes. • Support annual operating plans and forecast cycles by developing revenue, margin, and cost assumptions grounded in program data. • Contribute financial expertise during proposal activity, audit support, fact-finding exercises, and negotiation preparation as needed. • Provide guidance to less experienced analysts through work review, knowledge sharing, and coaching on financial practices and procedures.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Valley Center, CA
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Temporary / Contract
43 - 58 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is currently representing one of San Diego's fastest-growing organizations seeking a Financial Analyst who wants to move beyond reporting and become a true business partner. Our client is experiencing significant growth and needs a finance professional who can provide leadership with actionable insights, strategic recommendations, and meaningful financial analysis. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with senior leadership and play a key part in shaping business decisions.This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex business challenges, uncovering opportunities within data, and building strong partnerships across multiple departments. Responsibilities<ul><li>Create and maintain financial models</li><li>Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts</li><li>Analyze revenue and profitability trends</li><li>Conduct variance analysis and present findings</li><li>Evaluate operational performance metrics</li><li>Support strategic planning initiatives</li><li>Develop executive-level reporting packages</li><li>Assist with business case development for new initiatives</li><li>Monitor KPI performance and identify opportunities for improvement</li><li>Support mergers, acquisitions, and growth initiatives when applicable</li></ul>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

San Marcos, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 50 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Analyst on behalf of a growing North County employer. This role will play a critical part in providing business leaders with actionable financial insights, budgeting support, forecasting analysis, and performance reporting. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of financial modeling, business intelligence, and strategic planning. This is a highly visible position offering direct interaction with executive leadership and opportunities to contribute to major business decisions.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop annual budgets and financial forecasts</li><li>Analyze financial performance and business trends</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports</li><li>Build financial models to support strategic initiatives</li><li>Monitor key performance indicators and operational metrics</li><li>Provide variance analysis and recommendations</li><li>Support pricing, revenue, and profitability analysis</li><li>Assist with long-range planning and capital expenditure analysis</li><li>Partner with department leaders to improve financial performance</li><li>Prepare presentations for executive leadership</li></ul>
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45 - 50 USD / Hourly
Advance Your Career with a Company Focused on Growth and InnovationAn established life sciences company is seeking a Senior Accountant to play a key role in its corporate accounting function. This opportunity offers exposure to financial reporting, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration while working alongside an experienced finance leadership team. The ideal candidate enjoys owning the month-end close process, analyzing financial results, and contributing to continuous improvements within the accounting department. ResponsibilitiesCorporate Accounting<ul><li>Lead month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Prepare complex journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Analyze financial results and investigate account variances</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with annual audits and regulatory reporting</li></ul>Financial Analysis & Process Improvement<ul><li>Support budgeting and forecasting initiatives</li><li>Improve accounting processes and internal controls</li><li>Partner with FP&A and operational leaders on financial reporting</li><li>Assist with ERP enhancements and system implementations</li><li>Mentor junior accounting staff as needed</li></ul>
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Vista, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing team in California. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage core financial activities, support accurate reporting, and contribute to process improvements across the organization. The position offers the opportunity to work across several accounting areas while partnering with internal teams to maintain strong financial controls and reporting accuracy. Responsibilities: • Oversee fixed asset accounting by maintaining subledger records, recording additions, calculating depreciation, and processing retirements in line with company policy and accounting standards. • Prepare borrowing base schedules and perform supporting reconciliations to ensure complete, accurate, and timely reporting for internal and external stakeholders. • Manage prepaid expense activity by recording, tracking, and amortizing balances each month in the appropriate accounting periods. • Review and monitor accruals and customer-related deductions, analyze variances, and confirm proper financial treatment of promotional and marketing-related activity. • Support month-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and helping ensure financial results are reported accurately. • Perform account and bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner. • Contribute to manufacturing cost accounting activities by assisting with financial analysis and maintaining accurate cost-related records. • Participate in special projects and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen accounting processes and operational efficiency. • Communicate food safety or quality concerns to authorized personnel so corrective action can be taken promptly when needed.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Senior Staff Accountant

Oceanside, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial reporting for the Oceanside, California location. This role will oversee close activities, reconciliations, cash flow tracking, and compliance-related filings while partnering with internal teams and external advisors. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to improve processes in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve variances through detailed analysis. • Review financial records and statements to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting standards and internal procedures. • Prepare journal entries, supporting schedules, and account analyses for routine and complex transactions. • Submit monthly financial data through the company’s consolidation platform and maintain reliable reporting documentation. • Monitor cash activity and support short-term cash flow planning to help maintain effective financial operations. • Contribute to annual budget development and assist with updates to forecasts and spending plans as needed. • Coordinate with external tax advisors on filings, complete sales and use tax returns, maintain fixed asset records, and support internal and external audit requests. • Oversee accounts payable accuracy by reviewing invoice coding and helping ensure timely processing of vendor payments and employee expense reimbursements. • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and strengthen day-to-day financial processes.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Senior Staff Accountant

Rancho Santa Fe, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
38 - 50 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with an innovative and rapidly growing San Diego company seeking a talented Senior Staff Accountant 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.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. What You'll Be Doing<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>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Sr. Research Analyst

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Senior Research Analyst to join a growing research and analytics team. This individual will analyze financial, transportation, demographic, and socioeconomic data to identify trends, develop predictive models, and provide data-driven insights that support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will serve as both a technical expert and project lead, driving advanced economic research, forecasting, and analytical initiatives. This role is HYBRID (2 days onsite, 3 remote) in San Diego, CA Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and maintain econometric and statistical models to support forecasting, policy analysis, and strategic planning efforts.</li><li>Analyze economic, financial, demographic, and market data to identify trends and quantify impacts.</li><li>Conduct economic impact studies, benefit-cost analyses, and forecasting projects.</li><li>Apply quantitative and econometric methodologies to solve complex business and economic challenges.</li><li>Interpret current and historical data to forecast future economic conditions and outcomes.</li><li>Create tools and models that support ongoing scenario analysis and forecasting updates.</li><li>Prepare technical reports, presentations, data visualizations, and executive summaries for both technical and non-technical audiences.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support research initiatives and analytical projects.</li><li>Document methodologies, assumptions, and results to ensure transparency and reproducibility.</li></ul>
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Procurement Analyst

San Diego, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
26.6 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Procurement Analyst to join a growing team in San Diego, California in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys detailed administrative work, is comfortable reviewing business agreements, and can organize key information with accuracy. The role works closely with Accounting and IT while also supporting needs across procurement, facilities, HR, and specialized services. It offers strong exposure to vendor operations and can create a path into broader procurement or contract administration work. Responsibilities: • Review incoming supplier agreements and capture essential terms, deadlines, penalties, and risk-related provisions in internal tracking tools. • Perform high-volume data entry and maintain organized, accurate spreadsheet records to support purchasing and contract activities. • Use basic Excel functions to update logs, validate information, and keep contract and vendor data current. • Upload contracts into AI-enabled tools, assess the extracted details, and confirm accuracy through careful human review. • Identify missing information, inconsistencies, or potential issues within agreements and escalate concerns when needed. • Support day-to-day back-office purchasing coordination by maintaining documentation and helping manage contract-related administrative tasks. • Process a steady volume of agreements each day, often handling straightforward contracts efficiently while preserving attention to detail. • Contribute support across multiple operational areas, including procurement, facilities, HR, training-related activity, and specialized services vendor coordination.
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

San Diego, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a team in San Diego, California on a Contract basis. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations across receivables, payables, reconciliations, and close activities while helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work cross-functionally to resolve payment and billing issues in a timely manner. Responsibilities: • Oversee the complete accounts receivable process, including preparing invoices, applying incoming cash, posting customer payments, and following up on outstanding balances. • Carry out routine collection efforts and communicate with customers to encourage timely payment and reduce aging receivables. • Work closely with Sales and internal stakeholders to investigate billing questions, correct discrepancies, and address account-related concerns. • Match purchase orders, receiving records, and supplier invoices to verify accuracy before payment processing. • Coordinate the accounting treatment of product returns with Quality Assurance to ensure credits and related transactions are properly recorded. • Administer weekly accounts payable disbursements, including check runs, manual payments, paper check distribution, and electronic or wire payments. • Review employee expense submissions for policy compliance and process approved reimbursements accurately. • Complete monthly bank, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reconciliations and assist with journal entries, accruals, and other period-end close tasks. • Prepare reporting on receivable aging, customer account balances, vendor activity, unrecorded liabilities, vendor prepayments, tax certificates, and master data accuracy, while identifying ways to improve AR/AP workflows. • Maintain vendor documentation such as W-9 records and support year-end reporting requirements.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z