<p>Steven Lahey with Robert Half is hiring on behalf of our client a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations and help maintain accurate, compliant accounting practices in Winton, California. This position works closely with finance leadership to manage day-to-day accounting activity, contribute to reliable financial reporting, and support funding compliance across a range of programs. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment. For immediate consideration please reach out to (916) 649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage day-to-day accounting activities across payables, receivables, and payroll support, while providing coverage for essential finance functions as needed.</p><p>• Lead monthly close tasks by preparing journal entries, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and assisting with the production of financial reports.</p><p>• Perform bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis to verify balances, resolve discrepancies, and strengthen financial accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare billing support for assigned grants, including invoice drafts, reimbursement packages, and schedules backed by complete supporting documentation.</p><p>• Organize payroll records, vendor materials, receipts, and other source documents required for state, federal, and private funding submissions.</p><p>• Partner with the Director of Finance on budgeting activities, forecasting efforts, audit preparation, and grant monitoring processes.</p><p>• Maintain orderly physical and electronic records to support departmental operations, retention standards, and audit readiness.</p><p>• Provide administrative or supervisory support in the absence of finance leadership and contribute to special projects assigned by management.</p>
<p>Advance your accounting career with Robert Half’s Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) program as a Staff Accountant. Enjoy the stability of full-time employment while expanding your experience through diverse, high-impact client assignments across the East Bay, building skills that accelerate your professional growth.</p><p><br></p><p>To apply, Connect with me on <strong>LinkedIn</strong> (Tawnia Kirshen) and send your resume directly. I look forward to connecting!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Perform month-end closings, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p>· Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.</p><p>· Assist with audits and special accounting projects as needed.</p><p>· Collaborate with teams across various departments to meet deadlines and objectives effectively.</p>
<p>Advance your accounting career with Robert Half’s Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) program! As a Staff Accountant, enjoy full-time stability while gaining valuable experience, expanding your skills, and supporting diverse, high-impact client assignments across the East Bay.</p><p><br></p><p>To apply, Connect with me on <strong>LinkedIn</strong> (Tawnia Kirshen) and send your resume directly. I look forward to connecting!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Perform month-end closings, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p>· Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.</p><p>· Assist with audits and special accounting projects as needed.</p><p>· Collaborate with teams across various departments to meet deadlines and objectives effectively.</p>
<p>Advance your accounting career with Robert Half’s Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) program as a Staff Accountant. Enjoy the stability of full-time employment while expanding your experience through diverse, high-impact client assignments across the East Bay, building skills that accelerate your professional growth.</p><p><br></p><p>To apply, Connect with me on <strong>LinkedIn</strong> (Tawnia Kirshen) and send your resume directly. I look forward to connecting!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Staff Accountant Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Perform month-end closings, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p>· Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.</p><p>· Assist with audits and special accounting projects as needed.</p><p>· Collaborate with teams across various departments to meet deadlines and objectives effectively.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a collaborative accounting team in Fremont California. In this role, you will partner closely with senior accounting leadership to support core financial operations, maintain accurate records, and contribute to quarterly and annual reporting activities. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, hands-on reconciliation experience, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Manufacturing industry exposure is beneficial, along with strong Excel capabilities and a commitment to accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and resolved in a timely manner.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger accuracy, and support the integrity of financial data across accounting processes.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports by organizing schedules, validating balances, and providing supporting documentation.</p><p>• Work closely with the Senior Accountant and Accounting Manager to support day-to-day accounting operations and meet reporting deadlines.</p><p>• Contribute to sales and corporate tax-related activities, including gathering information needed for filings and maintaining organized tax support records.</p><p>• Support accounts payable processes by reviewing coding, verifying documentation, and helping ensure timely processing of vendor transactions.</p><p>• Use Excel and accounting systems such as SAP to analyze data, reconcile accounts, and prepare reports for internal review.</p><p>• Help identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and recommend corrections to improve the accuracy of accounting records.</p>
<p>Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented General Ledger Accountant to join a privately held real estate investment and development firm in Danville, California. In this role, you will contribute to core accounting operations across a varied portfolio of residential, commercial, and mixed-use assets while supporting accurate financial reporting and timely month-end close activities. This position offers broad exposure to project accounting, entity-level reporting, and collaboration with internal leadership as well as external financial stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Record and post journal entries for development projects, operating companies, and investment-related entities to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Support the monthly close process by preparing consolidations and reviewing financial activity across multiple properties and business entities.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet schedules, ensuring discrepancies are researched and resolved promptly.</p><p>• Compile reporting materials and supporting reconciliations for investors, lenders, and internal management teams.</p><p>• Assist in preparing financial statements and project-specific reports that reflect current operating and development performance.</p><p>• Create funding documentation, including capital call schedules and draw requests, for financing and investment partners.</p><p>• Set up new entities and projects within the accounting system and coordinate related banking and account administration needs.</p><p>• Track and reconcile vendor agreements and project contracts to support accurate accounting and payment oversight.</p><p>• Partner with auditors and support compliance reporting by organizing documentation and responding to information requests.</p>
<p><strong>Staff Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Lafayette, CA Pay: $35–$40/hour Schedule: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>A growing commercial property management company in Lafayette, CA, is looking to add a dependable and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to its team. This individual will work directly with the Accounting Manager and assist with the company's daily accounting functions, helping ensure financial records are accurate, organized, and up to date.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general bookkeeping. Someone with prior experience in real estate or property management will be especially well-suited for this opportunity. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys a smaller office environment and takes pride in managing the details of day-to-day accounting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily accounts payable activities, including reviewing, coding, entering, and processing vendor invoices.</li><li>Handle accounts receivable functions, including billing, recording payments, and monitoring outstanding receivables.</li><li>Complete routine bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded and properly supported with documentation.</li><li>Assist with ongoing bookkeeping and general accounting needs.</li><li>Identify and research discrepancies, following up as needed to resolve outstanding items.</li><li>Maintain well-organized accounting records and files.</li><li>Provide day-to-day accounting support to the Accounting Manager and assist with maintaining efficient accounting processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support real estate lease accounting operations for a healthcare organization in Rancho Cordova, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on tenant billing, deposit tracking, reconciliations, reporting, and financial record accuracy across leased and owned properties. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, commercial real estate exposure, and the ability to work across internal teams to maintain timely and accurate financial information.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage tenant deposit activity by coordinating banking-related processes, preparing required records, and ensuring accurate communication between treasury and accounting teams.<br>• Enter and maintain deposit transactions, receivables, and related lease data within the real estate lease administration platform while verifying completeness and accuracy.<br>• Perform detailed reviews of tenant ledgers, investigate discrepancies, and support account reconciliations between lease records and the general accounting books.<br>• Prepare recurring tenant and subtenant invoices, validate charge calculations against lease terms, and help allocate shared costs correctly for customer billing.<br>• Produce monthly accounts receivable and delinquency reports, monitor aging balances, and follow up with tenants and internal stakeholders to address overdue payments.<br>• Build and maintain upload templates for deposit and payables activity, then coordinate submissions into connected accounting systems as needed.<br>• Assist with ASC 842 lease accounting activities by working with system administrators and accounting teams to support proper posting requirements.<br>• Contribute to forecasting and reporting by updating revenue assumptions, tracking contractual changes, and helping keep projections aligned with finalized invoices.<br>• Support audits, internal controls, and legal documentation requests by organizing financial records, responding to inquiries, and maintaining process documentation.<br>• Communicate with hospital leadership, foundation contacts, landlords, brokers, and service providers regarding lease-related billing, documentation, and property accounting matters.
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a team in Modesto, California and contribute to both accounting support and day-to-day office coordination. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is well suited for someone who is organized, adaptable, and comfortable handling a mix of financial and administrative responsibilities in a fast-paced setting. The ideal candidate brings a strong grasp of core accounting tasks, enjoys keeping records accurate, and can step in across functions as priorities shift.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage incoming payments and support accounts receivable activities by maintaining accurate documentation and updating financial records.</p><p>• Prepare check deposits, record transactions in the appropriate systems, and help ensure timely processing of daily cash activity.</p><p>• Complete routine account reconciliations to verify accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and maintain dependable financial data.</p><p>• Assist with payroll-related activities, including gathering information, reviewing entries, and supporting processing as needed.</p><p>• Maintain orderly accounting files and administrative records to support compliance, reporting, and efficient office operations.</p><p>• Use Microsoft Excel to track financial information, build supporting spreadsheets, and assist with reporting and data review.</p><p>• Provide general office support, including organizing materials, assisting with operational cleanup efforts, and helping improve day-to-day workflow.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration contact Robert half at 209-232-1991.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily financial operations in Stockton, California. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who can manage invoice activity accurately, maintain strong vendor communication, and assist with related administrative work. The ideal candidate will also be comfortable entering payroll data and contributing to a well-organized office environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review, enter, and process vendor invoices with accuracy and timely follow-through.</p><p>• Assign proper general ledger coding to invoices and verify supporting documentation before submission.</p><p>• Maintain vendor records, assist with onboarding new suppliers, and respond to payment-related questions professionally.</p><p>• Prepare and support check runs while helping ensure payments are completed according to schedule.</p><p>• Enter payroll-related data accurately and assist with routine payroll support tasks as needed.</p><p>• Perform administrative duties that help keep office operations organized and efficient.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts payable information and help identify discrepancies that require follow-up.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991. </p>
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Pleasanton, California in a Contract to Permanent role. This position centers on high-volume payables work while also supporting select receivables and general accounting tasks. The ideal candidate brings current, hands-on experience in invoice processing, payment handling, and financial record maintenance within a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage a high-volume accounts payable workload, including processing roughly 100 vendor payments each week with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Examine invoices and related backup for completeness, resolve inconsistencies, and confirm charges before payment is released.<br>• Record vendor bills in QuickBooks, apply proper coding, and maintain accurate transaction details in the accounting system.<br>• Prepare checks and supporting materials for distribution, ensuring payment documentation is complete and properly matched.<br>• Oversee recurring payables to help prevent missed deadlines and keep scheduled obligations current.<br>• Maintain organized tracking of invoices, payments, and supporting accounting records in both electronic and physical files.<br>• Communicate issues such as missing paperwork, incorrect billing, or payment discrepancies to accounting leadership for follow-up.<br>• Provide updates regarding open invoices, processed payments, and other routine accounting activities to support team visibility.<br>• Contribute to payment posting and related receivables support after the initial onboarding period, as assigned.
<p>Amanda Warren with Robert Half is seeking an Accounts Payable /Payroll Clerk to join a nonprofit organization in Sonora, California and help maintain accurate, dependable financial operations. This position supports both payables and payroll activities, requiring strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a service-focused approach when working with employees and vendors. The ideal candidate will contribute to timely processing, organized recordkeeping, and compliance with nonprofit accounting practices and applicable regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, reimbursement requests, and payment submissions for accuracy, approvals, and correct account coding.</p><p>• Coordinate scheduled disbursements through checks and electronic payments while keeping payment activity timely and well documented.</p><p>• Maintain complete vendor files, including tax forms and supporting compliance records, and address statement discrepancies or unresolved balances.</p><p>• Administer regular payroll processing, updating employee earnings, deductions, tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefit-related changes as needed.</p><p>• Record and reconcile payroll activity to the general ledger and prepare payroll documentation required for internal review and audit support.</p><p>• Assist with month-end accounting tasks such as accrual entries, account reconciliations, bank balancing, and cash monitoring.</p><p>• Organize financial documentation for annual audits, grant-related reporting, and restricted fund tracking in accordance with nonprofit requirements.</p><p>• Respond to questions from staff and vendors regarding payments and payroll matters while helping strengthen procedures and internal controls.</p>
<p><strong>Accounting Specialist</strong> – Commercial Property Management</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Contra Costa County, CA Pay: $35–$40/hour Schedule: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>A small, established commercial property management company in Contra Costa County is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join its team.</p><p>This individual will work closely with the Accounting Manager and play an important role in supporting the company's daily accounting operations. The primary focus will be accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, and account reconciliations.</p><p>The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and enjoys working in a hands-on accounting position within a smaller, collaborative team environment. Previous experience in commercial real estate or property management is highly preferred.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily Accounts Payable activities, including reviewing, coding, entering, and processing vendor invoices.</li><li>Handle Accounts Receivable functions, including preparing invoices, posting payments, and monitoring outstanding balances.</li><li>Perform routine bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations.</li><li>Review transactions for accuracy and ensure proper coding and documentation.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and organized accounting files.</li><li>Assist with general bookkeeping and daily accounting activities.</li><li>Research and resolve discrepancies involving invoices, payments, and account balances.</li><li>Monitor outstanding items and follow up on accounting-related questions.</li><li>Work closely with the Accounting Manager to support daily accounting operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to support financial operations. This individual will play a key role in driving an accurate and timely close process, maintaining a disciplined general ledger, and ensuring strong financial controls across the organization.</p><p>This is a highly visible role partnering closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational and financial decision-making. For more information on this position please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and execute the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in alignment with corporate deadlines</li><li>Prepare and maintain detailed balance sheet reconciliations with full supporting documentation</li><li>Analyze variances versus budget and prior periods</li><li>Oversee corporate credit card program, including reconciliations and policy compliance</li><li>Track capital projects and ensure proper capitalization in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Maintain fixed asset subledger and depreciation schedules</li><li>Reconcile capital spend to approved budgets and support capital planning initiatives</li><li>Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and regulatory requirements</li><li>Prepare and file recurring reports (sales & use tax, property tax, and other filings)</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and supporting documentation</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes, including testing and documentation</li><li>Support ERP systems (SAP experience highly preferred) to ensure data integrity</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls</li><li>Partner with operations, finance, and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Provide support across AR/AP processes as needed</li><li>Monitor receivables and assist in resolving issues impacting cash flow and collections</li><li>Collaborate on operational or customer-related issues impacting financial results</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and support accurate, timely financial reporting in San Ramon, California. This role oversees key close activities, maintains the integrity of the general ledger, and helps ensure compliance with internal standards and external reporting requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a hands-on approach to reconciliations and journal entries, and the ability to partner effectively across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead month-end close activities, including entries, reconciliations, account analysis, and issue resolution.</li><li>Review accounting workpapers and ensure accuracy of supporting documentation.</li><li>Analyze complex transactions and recommend proper accounting treatment.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, SEC regulations, SOX, and internal controls.</li><li>Collaborate with business partners, global teams, and auditors on reporting matters.</li><li>Improve processes through automation, analytics, and technology solutions.</li><li>Support ERP systems, financial data integrity, and system workflows.</li><li>Mentor staff and promote a collaborative, high-performance team environment.</li></ul>
We are looking for a Project Accountant to join a collaborative accounting team in Pleasanton, California on a Contract basis. In this role, you will support the financial management of multiple projects, working closely with project managers and leadership to keep billing, reporting, and cost tracking accurate and on schedule. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is organized, analytical, and comfortable balancing day-to-day accounting work in a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee project-related accounting activities across the full project lifecycle, from initial setup through final closeout<br>• Create and issue client invoices, verifying billing accuracy and ensuring timely distribution<br>• Work closely with project managers to align billing details, monitor budgets, and maintain visibility into project financial status<br>• Review unbilled labor, project expenses, and work-in-progress data to identify issues and support accurate reporting<br>• Communicate with clients regarding past-due balances, payment questions, and invoice follow-up<br>• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks to support smooth daily accounting operations<br>• Contribute to payroll support activities, including reconciliations and related financial checks<br>• Prepare project financial reports and evaluate performance trends to help inform business decisions<br>• Maintain complete and accurate accounting and project records within project accounting systems<br>• Support month-end and year-end close processes and take on additional accounting assignments as needed
We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support the financial administration of projects in Fremont, California. This role works closely with operations and project teams to maintain accurate project records, support contract compliance, and help ensure reliable revenue and cost reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage project-related financial activity in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Set up new projects, revisions, and approved scope changes in accounting and project management systems, ensuring budgets and values are recorded accurately.<br>• Review project documentation for completeness and compliance, verify account structures, and prevent incorrect or incomplete bookings from moving forward.<br>• Update cost estimates for ongoing work in a timely manner so active projects reflect current financial expectations.<br>• Prepare and manage owner notice documentation, including lien-related filings and releases, while coordinating supporting materials when required.<br>• Monitor projects through completion and finalize closeout activities within the accounting system once contractual work is finished.<br>• Support post-payroll reporting by assisting with financial analysis tied to labor activity and project performance.<br>• Examine monthly project charges, identify inconsistencies, and work with stakeholders to resolve billing or cost allocation issues.<br>• Verify labor hours charged to jobs against weekly timesheet submissions to help maintain accurate project costing.<br>• Evaluate work-in-progress and overall project results, offering insights that can strengthen profitability and improve cash flow management.<br>• Contribute to month-end close activities and assist with additional accounting initiatives or department projects as assigned.
<p>We are looking for a highly organized Calendar Clerk to support a busy law firm in Sacramento, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is meticulous with deadlines, comfortable working in a legal environment, and committed to keeping case activity accurate and up to date. In this role, you will help ensure attorneys and support staff have clear visibility into upcoming events, filings, and required follow-up actions. You will also provide light front-office support by helping manage incoming calls as needed.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain the firm’s master calendar by entering and revising court dates, filing deadlines, hearings, motions, and related case events.</li><li>Track trial settings, continuances, and all deadline adjustments that result from schedule changes.</li><li>Coordinate deposition scheduling and keep all calendaring records current when appointments are added, rescheduled, or removed.</li><li>Create reminders and follow-up alerts for important litigation activities, including notices, subpoenas, and meet-and-confer obligations.</li><li>Prepare recurring calendar summaries and team reports so legal staff can plan for upcoming matters.</li><li>Communicate with requesting team members to verify that new entries and updates have been completed accurately.</li><li>Review unclear or incomplete scheduling information proactively and raise questions before deadlines are entered.</li><li>Stay informed on California court rules, date-calculation requirements, and updates to calendaring tools used by the firm.</li><li>Assist with answering and routing incoming telephone calls to support front desk coverage when needed.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations in Union City, California. This role focuses on evaluating product costs, maintaining accurate standard costing data, and providing analysis that helps improve operational and financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in manufacturing environments and can translate detailed cost information into practical business insights.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Develop and monitor standard costs for materials, labor, overhead, and manufacturing activities.</li><li>Prepare cost accounting entries, reconciliations, and reporting in compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Manage inventory valuation, cost rollups, labor reviews, and job closing activities.</li><li>Analyze cost variances and provide insights on key factors impacting performance.</li><li>Evaluate profitability across products, customers, projects, and business segments.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning through cost and margin analysis.</li><li>Create financial models to assess pricing, investments, operational improvements, and sourcing decisions.</li><li>Recommend cost-saving and profit-enhancing initiatives to improve business results.</li><li>Partner with operations, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to strengthen cost management.</li><li>Support new product launches with cost estimates, margin projections, and break-even analysis.</li><li>Monitor inventory activity, cycle counts, and obsolete inventory reserves.</li><li>Maintain internal controls related to inventory, fixed assets, and cost accounting processes.</li><li>Perform ad hoc financial and operational analyses as needed.</li><li>Enhance ERP systems, costing procedures, and reporting tools.</li><li>Develop dashboards and management reports to track financial and operational performance.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency and data accuracy.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits by providing supporting analyses and documentation.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects</li><li>Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates</li><li>Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses</li><li>Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation</li><li>Evaluate change orders and their financial impact</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting</li><li>Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files</li><li>Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement</li><li>Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations in Livermore, California. This role focuses on maintaining accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and expense tracking while providing meaningful analysis to help guide operational and financial decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard-cost manufacturing, a sharp analytical mindset, and the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee cost accounting activities for a manufacturing operation, ensuring reliable standard costs, inventory values, and production-related expense reporting.<br>• Review and update material, labor, and overhead standards to reflect current manufacturing conditions and support accurate product costing.<br>• Track raw materials, work-in-process, finished goods, and consigned inventory balances while investigating discrepancies and maintaining inventory accuracy.<br>• Examine purchasing trends, pricing structures, and cost changes to recommend updates that improve the accuracy of standard costing.<br>• Assess excess and obsolete stock exposure and calculate inventory reserve adjustments based on inventory usage and risk.<br>• Analyze purchase price and production variances, collaborate with operations teams on root causes, and support corrective action planning.<br>• Prepare recurring journal entries, reconcile inventory subledgers to the general ledger, and complete account reconciliations tied to manufacturing activity.<br>• Produce monthly reporting on inventory, cost centers, and budget performance, along with quarterly reserve analysis and audit support documentation.<br>• Participate in physical inventory processes, evaluate inventory controls, and identify opportunities to strengthen reporting accuracy and process efficiency.
<p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects</li><li>Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates</li><li>Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses</li><li>Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation</li><li>Evaluate change orders and their financial impact</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting</li><li>Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files</li><li>Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement</li><li>Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a a growing, manufacturing organization is seeking a <strong>Cost Accountant</strong> to support inventory, COGS, and manufacturing cost functions across multiple sites. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented accounting professional who thrives in a high‑reliability, production‑focused environment and who enjoys partnering with operations and senior leadership. For more information, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform month‑end close activities and prepare journal entries for inventory, COGS, and fixed assets</li><li>Reconcile inventory, cost of sales, and general ledger accounts </li><li>Analyze variances including purchase price variances and work order variances </li><li>Assist with inventory costing and related ERP activities </li><li>Support internal/external audits including SOX testing and annual reviews </li><li>Track capital expenditures, maintain fixed asset records, and handle prepaid amortization </li><li>Prepare business property tax filings and U.S. Census reporting </li><li>Ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to internal accounting policies </li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Technician to support our client in Pleasanton, California on a Contract to Permanent basis. This position supports high-volume billing operations and plays an important role in maintaining accurate invoicing, timely client communication, and dependable financial records. The ideal candidate is proactive, comfortable collaborating across teams, and able to manage recurring deadlines while handling a mix of accounting support responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review a large volume of monthly invoices using employee timesheet data, ensuring charges, rates, and supporting details are correct before release.</p><p>• Coordinate invoice approvals by working closely with project managers and internal team members to secure timely authorization prior to client submission.</p><p>• Send finalized billing documents to clients and address questions related to charges, budgets, and invoice status in a clear and courteous manner.</p><p>• Monitor project budget balances and provide requested updates or supporting information to clients and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Perform follow-up on outstanding balances for assigned accounts, including light collections activity and review of aging information.</p><p>• Provide cross-functional support in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and front desk coverage when business needs require additional assistance.</p><p>• Maintain organized billing records and complete additional accounting or administrative tasks assigned by management to support department operations.</p>
<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a mission driven organization that is looking to add a Senior Accountant to the team. The Senior Accountant role is responsible for overseeing core accounting activities, strengthening the close process, and delivering analysis that helps leadership make informed decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively across teams in a collaborative environment. For immediate consideration, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activity by preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close tasks to ensure financial results are completed on schedule and in accordance with established accounting standards and internal policies.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and management summaries, while reviewing variances against budget and explaining notable trends or exceptions.</p><p>• Partner with auditors and regulatory stakeholders by gathering requested schedules, organizing documentation, and assisting with tax-related reporting such as Form 990 support.</p><p>• Review revenue and funding activity across sources such as memberships, events, sponsorships, grants, and other income categories to promote accurate recognition and reporting.</p><p>• Monitor key balance sheet areas including accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, cash, and investment accounts through timely reconciliation and analysis.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning by providing financial data, insights, and ad hoc reporting for leadership and department managers.</p><p>• Support day-to-day operational accounting needs, including collaboration on payables, receivables, allocations, and interdepartmental entries as needed.</p><p>• Recommend and help implement improvements to accounting workflows, reporting methods, policies, and system-enabled efficiencies to strengthen overall operations.</p>