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.
We are looking for a Cost Accounting Manager to oversee and refine the costing processes for our co-manufactured products. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring accurate cost analysis, driving operational efficiency, and supporting strategic decision-making. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial success of a dynamic, fast-paced organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and manage standard costing methodologies for all co-manufactured products.<br>• Conduct detailed variance analysis and provide insights into product-level margins.<br>• Review and audit co-manufacturer invoices to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and cost accuracy.<br>• Provide costing inputs for budgeting, forecasting, and financial scenario modeling.<br>• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, FP&A, and Sales Operations teams to optimize cost strategies.<br>• Lead the month-end costing close process, including inventory reconciliations and reporting.<br>• Ensure the integrity of costing data and identify opportunities for process improvements.<br>• Analyze cost structures and provide recommendations to enhance operational and financial outcomes.<br>• Support strategic pricing and margin optimization efforts through detailed cost analysis.<br>• Partner with external co-manufacturers to streamline costing processes and maintain accuracy.
<p>Reach out to Jennifer Fukumae on LinkedIn for quickest consideration.</p><p>📍 Walnut Creek, CA (Hybrid – 1 days onsite)</p><p>💰 $175,000 – $220,000 base salary DOE</p><p>⏰ Family Fridays – the firm closes at 1PM every Friday</p><p>An established fee-based wealth management firm is seeking a Financial Planning Manager to lead and elevate its financial planning function. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity within a client-centric advisory environment serving high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families.</p><p>The firm is known for delivering sophisticated investment management, disciplined financial planning, and white-glove client service. This role will partner closely with executive leadership and play a critical role in shaping the future of the planning department.</p><p><strong>What This Role Looks Like</strong></p><p>This position blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution. You will oversee complex financial planning engagements while helping standardize processes, mentor advisors, and drive operational excellence across the planning team.</p><p>You will:</p><ul><li>Lead and oversee the financial planning function</li><li>Build consistency and accountability across planning deliverables</li><li>Develop and mentor a high-performing planning team</li><li>Ensure planning work is accurate, timely, and strategically valuable</li><li>Improve workflows, systems, and planning processes</li><li>Partner closely with senior leadership on firm-wide initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>As the Financial Planning Manager, you will:</p><ul><li>Review and approve financial planning work</li><li>Require revisions and maintain planning quality standards</li><li>Redesign workflows and operational processes</li><li>Reassign responsibilities when necessary</li><li>Implement new planning standards and best practices</li><li>Address performance issues directly and constructively</li><li>Provide mentorship and leadership to financial planners and support staff</li><li>Support advanced client planning conversations involving tax, estate, retirement, and cash flow strategies</li></ul><p><br></p>