We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to join our team on a long-term contract basis in San Francisco, California. This position will play a critical role in maintaining financial accuracy and compliance while leading a small accounting team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in financial reporting, leadership, and accounting processes, particularly within the investment industry. This hybrid role requires on-site work three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage a team of three accounting professionals, providing guidance and oversight.<br>• Oversee financial reporting processes to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.<br>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries with accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end close processes.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to prepare and review financial statements and reports.<br>• Maintain and improve internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure operational effectiveness.<br>• Utilize accounting tools such as Sage Intacct, Concur Expense, Asana, and bill.com to streamline processes.<br>• Support external audits by preparing documentation and addressing auditor inquiries.<br>• Stay updated on GAAP accounting standards and apply them to financial operations.
<p>Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an experienced finance executive to lead and oversee regional financial operations within a dynamic industrial organization. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker capable of driving financial governance, optimizing operational cost structures, and partnering with manufacturing teams to elevate overall business performance. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of financial expertise and operational insight to support both regional and corporate objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>This is not traditional VP/ Controller / Finance role- it is a business role working very closely with operations - mulit-plant oversight </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all regional financial activities, including forecasting, budgeting, cost accounting, credit analysis, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Lead and mentor a detail-oriented finance team supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with operational leaders to improve plant performance, streamline processes, and enhance profitability.</p><p>• Translate complex financial data into actionable insights that align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Develop and maintain internal control frameworks in coordination with corporate finance standards.</p><p>• Manage working capital effectively, including oversight of credit and collections performance.</p><p>• Identify and implement strategies to mitigate financial risks across the regional portfolio.</p><p>• Strengthen cost management systems within manufacturing environments to ensure product line and customer profitability.</p><p>• Partner with manufacturing teams to drive efficiency and enhance margins through data-driven decision-making.</p><p>• Support corporate leadership with financial insights that guide strategic planning and execution.</p>