We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting team in California. This role is suited for someone who can oversee a varied client portfolio, deliver accurate tax work across multiple entity types, and build trusted client relationships through clear guidance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the preparation and review of tax filings for corporations, partnerships, individuals, and estates while maintaining accuracy and compliance.<br>• Manage multiple client engagements at once, establishing priorities, monitoring timelines, and ensuring responsive, high-quality service.<br>• Provide practical tax guidance to clients by explaining complex regulations in a clear and approachable manner.<br>• Conduct technical research on tax matters and apply findings to support planning, reporting, and compliance needs.<br>• Prepare and review annual income tax provisions and federal tax returns for a range of business and individual clients.<br>• Support matters related to entity formation and advise clients on tax considerations connected to organizational structure.<br>• Use industry-standard tools and software, including Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and tax preparation platforms such as Lacerte, to complete engagements efficiently.<br>• Identify tax issues, resolve filing challenges, and recommend effective solutions that align with client objectives and regulatory requirements.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a thriving San Diego organization seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee accounting operations and lead a talented team through the next phase of growth. This opportunity is perfect for an accounting professional who loves mentoring staff, improving processes, and influencing company-wide financial strategy. The Accounting Manager will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting while helping leadership make informed business decisions.</p><p>Our client offers an exceptional culture where employees are valued, challenged, and rewarded for their contributions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close</li><li>Manage and develop accounting staff</li><li>Review financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Establish and maintain internal controls</li><li>Coordinate external audits</li><li>Manage budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations</li><li>Lead process improvement initiatives</li><li>Partner with executive leadership on strategic projects</li><li>Oversee cash management and financial planning activities</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>An established life sciences company is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations while mentoring a high-performing team. This role offers the opportunity to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and partner with executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives.</p><p>If you enjoy leading people, improving efficiencies, and owning the month-end close process, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing organization.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Accounting Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process</li><li>Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Supervise and mentor accounting staff</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies</li><li>Coordinate annual audits and support external auditors</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the general ledger and financial reporting process</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting</li><li>Develop and improve accounting procedures and internal controls</li><li>Partner with department leaders on financial analysis and business planning</li><li>Support ERP implementations and process improvement initiatives</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A rapidly expanding manufacturing company is looking for a Payroll Manager to oversee multi-state payroll operations and lead a dedicated payroll team. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys improving processes, ensuring compliance, and delivering accurate, timely payroll for a large employee population.</p><p>You'll work closely with Human Resources, Accounting, and executive leadership while helping modernize payroll procedures and systems.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Payroll Management</strong></p><ul><li>Manage weekly, biweekly, and semi-monthly payroll processing</li><li>Supervise payroll staff and provide training and performance support</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Review payroll tax filings, deductions, garnishments, and benefit contributions</li><li>Oversee payroll audits and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation</li></ul><p><strong>Process Improvement & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Develop payroll procedures and internal controls</li><li>Analyze payroll reports and identify opportunities for operational improvements</li><li>Partner with HR regarding employee compensation changes and benefit deductions</li><li>Assist with payroll system upgrades and implementations</li><li>Support Finance during month-end and year-end close activities</li></ul>
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 a growing North County San Diego organization that is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This position offers the opportunity to work with experienced finance leaders while gaining exposure to month-end close, general ledger management, financial reporting, and process improvements. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and eager to contribute to a collaborative accounting department that values accuracy, efficiency, and professional growth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within accounting and finance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with financial statement preparation</li><li>Support external audits and tax preparation activities</li><li>Identify opportunities for accounting process improvements</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies</li></ul>
<p>A fast-growing consumer products company is seeking a Staff Accountant to support financial reporting, inventory accounting, and month-end close activities. This position offers broad exposure to corporate accounting while working alongside a collaborative finance team focused on continuous improvement. If you're looking for a role that offers professional growth and the opportunity to contribute to a thriving organization, we'd like to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Corporate Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with monthly financial statement preparation</li><li>Support inventory accounting and cost analysis</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and fixed assets</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze expense trends and account variances</li><li>Prepare supporting schedules for audits</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities</li><li>Recommend process improvements to enhance accounting efficiency</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in San Diego, California on a Contract basis. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations while helping maintain accurate financial records and tax-related reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, a solid understanding of journal entries, and hands-on knowledge of corporate and sales tax processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to support accurate monthly and periodic financial reporting.<br>• Maintain general ledger activity, review account balances, and investigate discrepancies to ensure clean financial records.<br>• Assist with corporate tax filings and supporting schedules, ensuring documentation is complete and deadlines are met.<br>• Support sales tax reporting by gathering transaction data, validating calculations, and coordinating timely submissions.<br>• Reconcile accounts and analyze financial information to identify variances and resolve outstanding items.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to organize accounting documentation and respond to reporting-related requests.<br>• Contribute to month-end close activities by completing assigned tasks and helping improve accuracy across accounting processes.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a Contract position based in San Diego, California. This role will handle core month-end activities, maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities, and assist with payables, invoicing, and cash activity. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, can manage competing priorities, and brings strong general ledger and journal entry experience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and supported.<br>• Record routine and adjusting journal entries related to payroll, accruals, prepaid expenses, and other general ledger activity.<br>• Calculate and post depreciation allocations while maintaining organized fixed asset support schedules.<br>• Process accounts payable transactions through Bill.com, coordinate weekly check runs, and track credit card payments.<br>• Issue a steady volume of customer invoices each week and follow established procedures for timely billing.<br>• Monitor and reconcile activity across multiple bank accounts, resolving discrepancies as they arise.<br>• Support accounting needs for several related entities, with primary ownership over a focused group of companies.<br>• Assist with general ledger maintenance and contribute to accurate month-end and period-close reporting.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and project-related financial activities in San Diego, California. This role blends core accounting work with construction-focused financial administration, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable managing payables, reconciliations, and project documentation. The successful candidate will help maintain accurate records, meet reporting deadlines, and provide dependable support across accounting and administrative functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, entering payment data, preparing checks, and resolving billing issues with vendors.<br>• Coordinate annual 1099 preparation and ensure vendor tax documentation is maintained accurately and on time.<br>• Maintain organized vendor records and serve as a point of contact for payment questions, account updates, and related correspondence.<br>• Support construction accounting activities by preparing loan draw packages, processing change requests, monitoring project budgets, and tracking required notices, lien releases, and insurance documents.<br>• Reconcile bank statements each month and investigate variances to keep cash records accurate and current.<br>• Assist with audit preparation and help gather financial and compliance documentation for property-related reviews and due diligence requests.<br>• Update the general ledger, record journal entries, and prepare monthly financial reports along with supporting schedules for projects and subsidiaries.<br>• Provide administrative assistance as needed, including document filing, office support tasks, and handling materials or files weighing up to 30 pounds.<br>• Contribute to special projects and additional assignments that support the efficiency and continued success of the organization.
We are looking for a Property Accountant to support the financial operations of a commercial real estate portfolio based in San Diego, California. This role combines day-to-day accounting activity with portfolio administration, requiring strong accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to keep multiple deadlines on track. The ideal candidate brings hands-on Yardi Voyager experience, a solid understanding of property accounting processes, and a detail-oriented approach to working with sensitive financial information.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage high-volume invoice intake, coding, approval routing, and weekly payment processing for multiple entities using Yardi Voyager.<br>• Record and reconcile incoming rent receipts, wire activity, checks, and other property-related deposits on a daily basis.<br>• Monitor tenant accounts, maintain accurate ledger balances, follow up on outstanding charges, and address questions related to rent, CAM, and percentage rent.<br>• Support accounting operations through account reconciliations, vendor statement reviews, discrepancy resolution, and year-end 1099 preparation.<br>• Capture and validate tenant sales information used for percentage rent calculations, ensuring reporting is entered accurately and on schedule in Yardi Voyager.<br>• Oversee administrative compliance for a multi-state portfolio by tracking annual entity filings, business licenses, and related reporting deadlines.<br>• Maintain current insurance documentation for tenants, vendors, and contractors, and verify compliance before work or payments proceed.<br>• Coordinate vendor setup by collecting required tax forms and compliance records, and maintain oversight of active service agreements and contract timelines.<br>• Track property tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions and help ensure payments for taxes, utilities, and vendor services are completed on time.<br>• Handle financial and portfolio information with a high level of discretion, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-performing payables function in San Diego, California. In this role, you will guide daily AP operations, strengthen payment controls, and help ensure vendors and employees are paid accurately and on schedule. You will also collaborate with accounting and cross-functional partners to support close activities, cash planning, compliance, and ongoing process improvement as the organization continues to expand.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full accounts payable workflow from invoice intake through final payment, including coding, matching, review coordination, and exception handling.<br>• Oversee scheduled disbursements across multiple payment methods, ensuring transactions are processed accurately, approved appropriately, and completed within established timelines.<br>• Supervise the AP team’s daily priorities, monitor workload distribution, and maintain service levels in a fast-paced environment.<br>• Build and enforce strong controls around vendor setup, approval limits, and payment processing to protect data integrity and reduce risk.<br>• Serve as the primary escalation point for vendor matters, resolving payment issues and supporting favorable terms and productive business relationships.<br>• Manage employee reimbursement and corporate card reconciliation activities, ensuring policy compliance and timely processing.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable records to the general ledger, investigate outstanding balances, and drive resolution of aging or unmatched items.<br>• Lead payables-related month-end close tasks, including accrual preparation for items not yet billed or fully matched.<br>• Coordinate compliance activities such as 1099 reporting, annual filing support, and audit documentation for internal and external review.<br>• Partner with procurement, operations, and accounting teams to improve purchasing alignment, strengthen spend controls, and identify automation opportunities within AP processes.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve variances through detailed analysis.<br>• Review financial records and statements to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting standards and internal procedures.<br>• Prepare journal entries, supporting schedules, and account analyses for routine and complex transactions.<br>• Submit monthly financial data through the company’s consolidation platform and maintain reliable reporting documentation.<br>• Monitor cash activity and support short-term cash flow planning to help maintain effective financial operations.<br>• Contribute to annual budget development and assist with updates to forecasts and spending plans as needed.<br>• Coordinate with external tax advisors on filings, complete sales and use tax returns, maintain fixed asset records, and support internal and external audit requests.<br>• Oversee accounts payable accuracy by reviewing invoice coding and helping ensure timely processing of vendor payments and employee expense reimbursements.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and strengthen day-to-day financial processes.
<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>
<p>A respected commercial real estate investment and property management firm is seeking a Staff Accountant to support a portfolio of office and retail properties throughout Southern California. This position offers excellent exposure to financial reporting, lease accounting, and property operations. You'll work closely with senior leadership while developing expertise in one of San Diego's most stable industries.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p><strong>General Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and monthly account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Maintain the general ledger for multiple entities</li><li>Analyze financial results and research account variances</li><li>Prepare monthly financial reporting packages</li></ul><p><strong>Property Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Reconcile CAM and operating expenses</li><li>Support tenant billing and lease accounting</li><li>Assist with annual budgets and audit preparation</li><li>Coordinate with property managers regarding financial activity</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Advance Your Career with a Company Focused on Growth and Innovation</strong></p><p>An 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Corporate Accounting</strong></p><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><p><strong>Financial Analysis & Process Improvement</strong></p><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>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, support a timely close process, and provide reporting that helps leaders make informed business decisions. This position offers the opportunity to work across departments while strengthening controls, supporting compliance, and contributing to a well-organized accounting function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead key activities within the monthly and annual close cycle, including preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and completing account reconciliations<br>• Oversee the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring records align with accounting standards<br>• Produce financial statements, variance analyses, and supporting documentation for management review and operational planning<br>• Partner with auditors by assembling requested schedules, preparing backup materials, and addressing follow-up questions during audit engagements<br>• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks when needed to support day-to-day accounting operations<br>• Reconcile cash activity, bank accounts, and intercompany balances to maintain complete and accurate reporting<br>• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting procedures and internal controls to increase efficiency and reduce risk<br>• Work closely with operations, human resources, and leadership on reporting needs, compliance matters, and finance-related questions
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee fixed asset accounting by maintaining subledger records, recording additions, calculating depreciation, and processing retirements in line with company policy and accounting standards.<br>• Prepare borrowing base schedules and perform supporting reconciliations to ensure complete, accurate, and timely reporting for internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Manage prepaid expense activity by recording, tracking, and amortizing balances each month in the appropriate accounting periods.<br>• Review and monitor accruals and customer-related deductions, analyze variances, and confirm proper financial treatment of promotional and marketing-related activity.<br>• Support month-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and helping ensure financial results are reported accurately.<br>• Perform account and bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.<br>• Contribute to manufacturing cost accounting activities by assisting with financial analysis and maintaining accurate cost-related records.<br>• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen accounting processes and operational efficiency.<br>• Communicate food safety or quality concerns to authorized personnel so corrective action can be taken promptly when needed.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Fund Accountant to support investor accounting and capital activity for a syndication platform based in El Cajon, California. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing recurring distribution processes, and ensuring investor reporting is timely and reliable. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, a disciplined approach to reconciliations, and the ability to manage sensitive financial data with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the general ledger and financial records for the capital entity, completing monthly close activities on schedule and keeping documentation prepared for audit review.<br>• Prepare and reconcile recurring investor distribution calculations, ensuring amounts are accurate, approvals are obtained, and release steps follow established controls.<br>• Administer partnership waterfall models for each syndication, including preferred returns, catch-up provisions, and sponsor promote allocations, with clear supporting documentation.<br>• Track individual investor capital balances and roll-forwards, performing regular reconciliations so account positions remain current and dependable.<br>• Record capital calls, funding activity, and related investor transactions, confirming that supporting records align with the accounting books.<br>• Develop investor reporting packages that summarize capital performance metrics, distribution activity, and capital account positions in a clear and consistent format.<br>• Maintain the accuracy of Juniper Square records by reconciling platform data to accounting balances each month and updating investor information as needed.<br>• Coordinate tax support and K-1 preparation timelines with external advisors, providing organized data and responding to requests on schedule.<br>• Document recurring procedures and work with internal systems partners to improve and automate distribution and reporting workflows where appropriate.