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12 results for Sr Accountant in Santee, CA

Sr. Accountant
  • Encinitas, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 36 - 42 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Encinitas, California. This role focuses on overseeing financial operations, ensuring precise reporting, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. As a key contributor, you will lead accounting procedures, manage staff, and provide critical insights to support organizational decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise the daily activities of the accounting and administration teams to ensure smooth operations.<br>• Manage month-end close processes, including preparing detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for senior leadership.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger accounts on a weekly basis to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Prepare and deliver timely financial statements, departmental reports, and analyses of budget variances.<br>• Monitor and update cash flow reports to ensure optimal financial resource allocation.<br>• Generate funding reports and collaborate with grants management and fund accounting staff.<br>• Maintain and enforce documented accounting policies and procedures to uphold financial integrity.<br>• Audit financial reports, funder performance, and compliance with regulatory standards.<br>• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes while ensuring team cross-training for operational efficiency.<br>• Lead the development of annual budgets and forecasts to guide strategic financial planning.
  • 2026-03-18T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional seeking to advance your career? Our company is looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team. As a Staff Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, and contributing to overall financial health.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly closings</li><li>Assist with financial statement preparation and internal reporting</li><li>Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting standards</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed</li><li>Analyze financial information and summarize financial status</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues and improve processes</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-03-11T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will handle a variety of accounting tasks, including accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, and loan draw preparation, while ensuring accuracy and compliance. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial success of our organization through meticulous record-keeping and collaboration with various stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and review accounts payable transactions, including invoice verification, data entry, and check preparation.<br>• Manage vendor files, resolve discrepancies, and maintain effective communication with vendors.<br>• Handle 1099 processing and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.<br>• Organize and maintain both physical and electronic records for preliminary notices.<br>• Prepare loan draws and construction project budgets, process change orders, and review lien releases and insurance documents.<br>• Reconcile monthly bank statements to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.<br>• Assist with audits and provide due diligence for compliance across various properties.<br>• Maintain the general ledger, prepare journal entries, and support overall financial accuracy.<br>• Offer administrative support, including filing and other office tasks, with occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.<br>• Perform additional duties as needed to support the company’s goals and operations.
  • 2026-02-19T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • La Jolla, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 26 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client is a respected nonprofit organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. They are seeking a Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and help drive the organization’s mission forward. This is a unique opportunity to contribute your skills in a mission-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and monthly reconciliations in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards.</li><li>Process accounts payable/receivable and support grant and fund accounting activities.</li><li>Assist with audits, budget tracking, and the preparation of financial reports for board and leadership review.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies, grant requirements, and relevant federal/state regulations.</li><li>Help coordinate annual audits and assist with the preparation of tax filings (990, etc.).</li><li>Collaborate with various departments to ensure financial data accuracy and transparency.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-03-11T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33 - 37 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is hiring a curious, systems‑savvy <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> for a growth‑stage <strong>biotech</strong> company in <strong>Carlsbad</strong>. You’ll gain broad GL exposure—<strong>prepaids, accruals, fixed assets, and inventory support</strong>—while partnering with R&amp;D and Operations. Great seat for someone aiming to progress to Senior within 12–24 months.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare <strong>journal entries</strong> (prepaids, accruals, amortization); perform account recs</li><li>Support <strong>month-end close</strong>: schedules, flux, and documentation</li><li>Assist with <strong>fixed assets</strong>, CIP tracking, and depreciation schedules</li><li>Partner with Supply Chain on <strong>inventory</strong> and COGS data integrity</li><li>Help with audit requests, SOX-lite <strong>controls</strong>, and policy documentation</li><li>Identify and implement <strong>process improvements</strong> and checklist refinements</li></ul>
  • 2026-03-02T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Vista, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a respected and steadily growing <strong>manufacturing &amp; distribution organization in Vista</strong> to hire a highly motivated, detail‑driven <strong>Staff Accountant</strong>. This company has been expanding year over year, driven by new product launches, strong demand, and a commitment to quality across both domestic and international markets. As they continue to scale, they are strengthening their accounting infrastructure, streamlining systems, and building out a more sophisticated month-end close process — and they’re looking for a Staff Accountant who is excited to be part of that evolution.</p><p>In this role, you won’t just be processing entries; you’ll be gaining exposure to the <strong>full accounting cycle</strong>, contributing to inventory analysis, working closely with operations, and supporting leadership with financial reporting, special projects, and system enhancements. It’s the kind of environment where cross‑functional collaboration is the norm, questions are encouraged, and there is genuine room to grow into a <strong>Senior Accountant, Cost Accountant, or Analyst</strong> path depending on your strengths.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants a blend of structured responsibilities and hands‑on involvement in a product‑driven business where accounting directly influences daily operational decisions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Own daily <strong>bank reconciliations</strong>, clearing entries, and monitoring cash activity across multiple accounts</li><li>Prepare and post <strong>journal entries</strong> for prepaids, accruals, amortization, intercompany, allocations, and inventory adjustments</li><li>Maintain <strong>balance sheet schedules</strong> and perform monthly balance sheet roll-forwards with supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with <strong>month-end close</strong> tasks including reconciliations, flux/variance analysis, financial packages, and checklists</li><li>Support <strong>inventory</strong> accounting activities: cycle counts, variance explanations, SKU-level reviews, costing adjustments, and cross-functional reporting with Operations</li><li>Assist with <strong>financial reporting</strong>, management dashboards, and KPI summaries for department heads</li><li>Help ensure <strong>internal control compliance</strong>, documentation updates, and audit preparation</li><li>Participate in <strong>ERP clean-up</strong>, systems optimization, and workflow improvements</li><li>Collaborate with the AP, AR, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to help validate data, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accuracy</li><li>Provide support with budgeting/forecasting schedules and ad-hoc financial projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-03-02T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • San Marcos, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 31 - 37 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our manufacturing client&#39;s finance team in San Marcos. In this role, you will support the month-end close process and ensure the accuracy of financial data for a fast-paced production environment. You will report directly to the Accounting Manager and collaborate closely with operations to monitor inventory and cost of goods sold. </p><p><br></p><p> Key Responsibilities: </p><ul><li>Assist with the preparation and execution of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process. </li><li>Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and payroll allocations. </li><li>Perform detailed account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies. </li><li>Support the analysis of manufacturing costs, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory. </li><li>Assist in maintaining the general ledger and ensuring transactions are coded correctly to the appropriate departments and cost centers. </li><li>Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle counts, investigating and explaining variances.</li><li>Generate financial reports and assist in the preparation of variance analysis versus budget and prior periods. </li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) specific to the manufacturing sector. </li><li>Assist with internal and external audit requests by providing supporting documentation and schedules. </li><li>Collaborate with the accounts payable and receivable teams to ensure inventory and sales transactions are recorded accurately.</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-28T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • San Marcos, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Multi-Entity Staff Accountant to join our dynamic accounting firm based in Carlsbad, California. The ideal candidate will excel in managing multiple client accounts, utilizing advanced accounting software and AI tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy. This role offers an opportunity to work in a technology-forward environment while contributing to the financial success of diverse businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform comprehensive bookkeeping for multiple client entities, ensuring accuracy in financial records.</p><p>• Record and reconcile transactions in QuickBooks Online, including bank and credit card statements.</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, manage approvals, and reconcile statements for accounts payable.</p><p>• Generate and send client invoices, monitor collections, and reconcile accounts receivable aging reports.</p><p>• Assist in payroll processing, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and accurate reconciliations.</p><p>• Prepare and close monthly financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.</p><p>• Utilize AI tools to streamline reconciliation processes and draft detailed financial summaries.</p><p>• Analyze large Excel datasets using advanced formulas and pivot tables to identify discrepancies.</p><p>• Manage multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and communication is proactive.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial models and templates to enhance reporting accuracy.</p>
  • 2026-03-11T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Valley Center, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 45 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Strong financial leadership is essential for companies navigating growth.</p><p><br></p><p>We are partnering with a growing organization in North County San Diego to identify a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> who will play a key role in managing financial reporting, maintaining accurate accounting records, and supporting strategic financial operations. The Senior Accountant will collaborate closely with leadership to ensure financial transparency, operational efficiency, and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare financial statements and reports</li><li>Reconcile complex accounts and general ledger activity</li><li>Support audits and financial compliance initiatives</li><li>Assist with budgeting and financial analysis</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-03-16T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our dynamic team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records while contributing to process improvements. This position offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of key financial activities and gain valuable experience within a public company setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review general ledger accounts to ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded and compliant with company standards.<br>• Analyze financial data to perform reconciliations and create journal entries with precision.<br>• Manage accounting processes for promotional trade credits, including ensuring accuracy, scalability, and proper presentation in financial statements.<br>• Conduct financial analyses to identify and explain fluctuations in key accounts such as operating expenses, reserves, and freight costs.<br>• Assist with the annual audit process and ensure compliance with organizational policies and standards.<br>• Collaborate on special projects and perform ad-hoc financial analyses as needed.<br>• Implement and support automated systems to streamline accounting processes and improve controls.<br>• Monitor and evaluate financial reporting systems, suggesting enhancements to improve efficiency.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate period-end book closures to meet company deadlines.
  • 2026-03-10T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Solana Beach, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 45 - 49 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-capitalized <strong>finance &amp; mortgage</strong> organization based in <strong>Solana Beach</strong> to hire a meticulous, deadline-driven <strong>Senior Accountant</strong>. You’ll own key areas of the close, support <strong>loan accounting</strong> and <strong>servicing reconciliations</strong>, and help sharpen internal controls as the company scales. Ideal for someone who enjoys complex reconciliations, multi-entity accounting, and partnering with FP&amp;A and servicing teams.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Lead monthly <strong>close</strong> for assigned entities: JEs, accruals, allocations, consolidations, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Manage <strong>loan-level accounting</strong> (purchase, sales, servicing, premium/discount amortization)</li><li>Reconcile <strong>warehouse lines</strong>, custodial accounts, and servicing remittances; support cash management</li><li>Prepare <strong>GAAP</strong> financials, flux/variance analysis, and supporting schedules</li><li>Partner with <strong>secondary marketing/treasury</strong> on hedging impacts and gain-on-sale entries</li><li>Maintain and document <strong>internal controls</strong>; assist with external audit and lender reporting</li><li>Support process improvements, close calendar optimization, and policy documentation</li><li>Collaborate with FP&amp;A on <strong>budget-to-actuals</strong> and KPI reporting</li></ul>
  • 2026-03-02T00:00:00Z
Jr. Staff Accountant
  • San Marcos, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 19 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented entry level Staff Accountant to join our team in San Marcos, California. In this role, you will contribute to the financial operations of multiple properties managed by our company, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This is a Contract to permanent position offering an excellent opportunity to grow within the real estate and property management industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform month-end close activities for multiple properties, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.<br>• Ensure accurate accruals and maintain compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and supporting documentation.<br>• Utilize accounting software, such as Yardi, to manage property financial records.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Collaborate with accounts payable and other accounting team members to ensure smooth operations.<br>• Monitor financial transactions to maintain accuracy and consistency.<br>• Support audits and provide necessary documentation as needed.<br>• Maintain organized records and ensure adherence to company policies.<br>• Contribute to process improvements within the accounting department.
  • 2026-03-17T00:00:00Z