We are looking for an accomplished corporate tax leader to guide tax planning, compliance, and risk management for a complex, multi-entity organization in Turlock, California. This role is ideal for a strategic specialist who can combine technical tax expertise with sound business judgment and effective executive communication. The position will partner closely with senior leadership to support enterprise decisions, strengthen tax processes, and help the business navigate federal, state, and indirect tax matters with confidence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the company’s corporate tax function across multiple entities, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory obligations.<br>• Lead the preparation, review, and oversight of federal and state income tax filings, provisions, and related reporting activities.<br>• Provide strategic guidance on indirect tax matters while identifying opportunities to improve tax efficiency and reduce exposure.<br>• Advise executive stakeholders on the tax implications of business initiatives, organizational changes, and long-term planning decisions.<br>• Support transaction activity such as mergers, acquisitions, asset divestitures, and financing arrangements by assessing tax consequences and recommending practical solutions.<br>• Strengthen tax controls, reporting workflows, and compliance processes to improve accuracy, consistency, and operational effectiveness.<br>• Collaborate with finance and cross-functional teams on tax-related system enhancements, process automation efforts, and implementation activities when applicable.<br>• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and translate changes into actionable guidance for the organization.
<p><strong>For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to <u>Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Tax Manager | Established RIA Firm| East Bay; 1 day onsite/4 remote | Friday Flex Days! </strong></p><p> </p><p> Robert Half is partnering with an established and rapidly growing <strong>Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm in the East Bay</strong> that is investing in its next phase of growth. Located just steps from BART, the firm is building out its in-house Tax & Estate Planning team to deliver a fully integrated wealth management experience.</p><p> This is an exceptional opportunity for a <strong>Tax Manager</strong> to play a key role in developing this growing practice while working alongside a collaborative team dedicated to serving high-net-worth clients.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with Wealth Advisors to integrate tax strategies into clients' overall financial and estate plans.</li><li>Prepare and review complex federal and state tax returns for high-net-worth individuals.</li><li>Review trust, partnership, and S corporation tax returns for accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Identify tax planning opportunities, potential issues, and areas requiring follow-up.</li><li>Respond to tax-related questions from clients and advisory teams throughout the year.</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation while supporting efficient tax processes and quality standards.</li><li>Mentor and support junior team members as the tax department continues to grow.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to <u>Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p><p> </p>
<p>Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting team in California, with a primary emphasis on individual tax engagements. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong technical tax knowledge with sound judgment, client-facing confidence, and the ability to keep work moving efficiently through demanding deadlines. The role offers the opportunity to guide complex return preparation, advise clients on tax matters, and support quality across the practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation and final review of complex individual income tax filings, including advanced Form 1040 engagements and related schedules.</p><p>• Advise clients on tax-saving opportunities and filing considerations while maintaining adherence to applicable federal and state tax rules.</p><p>• Manage return pipelines and seasonal priorities to ensure assignments are completed accurately and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Evaluate work produced by entry-level team members, provide constructive feedback, and help develop their technical capabilities.</p><p>• Serve as a primary point of contact for client questions throughout the tax process, offering clear guidance and responsive support.</p><p>• Assist clients with tax notices, examinations, and other compliance-related matters by coordinating responses and resolving issues efficiently.</p><p>• Monitor multiple client engagements at once, balancing deadlines, quality expectations, and service commitments in a public accounting setting.</p>
We are looking for a Corporate Tax Manager to lead tax planning, compliance, and reporting activities for a multi-entity agricultural organization in Turlock, California. This role is suited for a detail-oriented tax specialist who can navigate federal and state income tax matters as well as indirect tax obligations while supporting accurate, timely filings. The position works closely with internal finance teams and external advisors to strengthen tax processes, maintain compliance, and provide practical guidance on entity-level tax matters.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee preparation and review of corporate tax returns, income tax provisions, and related filings across multiple legal entities.<br>• Manage federal, state, and indirect tax compliance activities, ensuring deadlines are met and documentation is complete and accurate.<br>• Partner with outside tax advisors and audit teams to support filings, examinations, and technical tax matters.<br>• Analyze tax positions, research regulatory changes, and recommend actions that align with business operations and reporting requirements.<br>• Support entity formation and structural changes by evaluating tax implications and coordinating required registrations and filings.<br>• Improve tax workflows through effective use of tax software and process automation tools, including CCH applications where applicable.<br>• Maintain organized tax records, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to strengthen reporting accuracy and audit readiness.<br>• Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to gather data, resolve issues, and provide tax guidance relevant to agricultural and related business activities.
Key Responsibilities<br>• Serve as the primary accounting contact and advisor for an assigned portfolio of client accounts.<br>• Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and month-end close.<br>• Set up, maintain, and optimize QuickBooks Online files, including chart of accounts, classes, locations, and integrations.<br>• Prepare and/or review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports for clients.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations of bank, credit card, and other key balance sheet accounts.<br>• Develop and monitor client-specific accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.<br>• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis for clients; provide insights and recommendations.<br>• Review work performed by staff/accounting specialists, providing direction, training, and performance feedback.<br>• Coordinate with tax and assurance teams to support year-end engagements and information requests.<br>• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement technology and workflow enhancements for clients.<br>• Assist with onboarding new clients, including needs assessment, engagement scoping, and system setup.<br>• Manage engagement deadlines and priorities across multiple clients, communicating proactively with internal teams and client management.<br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.<br>• CPA license preferred but not required.<br>• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including prior supervisor/manager responsibilities.<br>• Prior experience in a CPA firm or client accounting services environment strongly preferred.<br>• Expert-level proficiency with QuickBooks Online, including advanced features and third-party app integrations.<br>• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP for small to mid-sized businesses.<br>• Experience with non-profit organizations and various reporting requirements related to non-profits.<br>• Proven ability to manage multiple client relationships and competing priorities.<br>• Demonstrated leadership skills, including staff supervision, coaching, and delegation.<br>• High level of comfort working in cloud-based and paperless environments.<br>• Excellent communication and client service skills.<br>• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee large-scale payroll operations for one of our clients on an interim basis. This long-term contract position is suited for a strategic, detail-oriented individual who can guide a sizable team, strengthen payroll accuracy, and improve performance in a complex, high-volume environment. The role requires close partnership with leadership, HR, Finance, and systems stakeholders to ensure compliant, efficient payroll delivery across a broad employee population.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Lead and develop a multi-level payroll organization, setting clear expectations around service quality, accuracy, and accountability.</p><p>• Direct the full payroll cycle for a large U.S. employee population, ensuring timely processing and dependable execution at enterprise scale.</p><p>• Maximize the effectiveness of payroll platforms, including Workday Payroll, to improve reporting, workflow efficiency, and operational consistency.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations while upholding internal controls and audit readiness.</p><p>• Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to align payroll operations with organizational priorities and workforce needs.</p><p>• Evaluate current payroll processes, identify inefficiencies, and introduce scalable improvements that enhance stability and performance.</p><p>• Support complex payroll scenarios common in healthcare settings, including multi-state pay practices, shift-based compensation, and varied employee groups.</p><p>• Provide operational leadership within a shared services or in-house payroll model, ensuring strong governance across end-to-end payroll activities.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Trust Accountant to join a legal organization in Walnut Creek, California in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position supports the firm’s finance operations by managing trust accounting activities, maintaining compliance with state-specific requirements, and partnering with attorneys and internal accounting teams across a high-volume environment. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to handle detailed financial transactions with accuracy and professionalism.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Monitor trust account activity to ensure handling practices align with applicable state rules and internal financial standards.<br>• Apply incoming funds to the appropriate trust accounts, and carry out settlements and refunds based on attorney direction.<br>• Move approved balances to operating accounts to cover receivables, vendor obligations, and related payments.<br>• Prepare and post matter-level journal entries in the accounting system to maintain complete and accurate transaction records.<br>• Review aged and outstanding checks, investigate discrepancies, and support timely resolution of unreconciled items.<br>• Produce trust balance reports, financial summaries, and ad hoc analyses requested by attorneys or leadership.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations, clear open items, and maintain accurate trust account balances.<br>• Partner with Accounts Payable, Collections, General Ledger, and Cash Receipts teams to support coordinated financial processing.<br>• Contribute to trust accounting initiatives, including control improvements, procedure enhancements, 1099 preparation, and other assigned projects.
<p><strong>Please apply to this posting and ping me on LinkedIn for additional consideration – Mahmoud Adam, CPA</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Are you a CPA or EA who's ready to move beyond tax compliance and into a more strategic, relationship-driven career?</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This is a unique opportunity to leverage your tax expertise while expanding into <strong>financial planning and wealth management</strong>—without the stress of building a book of business or surviving another endless busy season.</p><p><br></p><p>💰 <strong>Great Base + Bonus</strong></p><p>📍 <strong>San Ramon </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Why this opportunity stands out</p><p><br></p><p>This role is designed for tax professionals who enjoy helping clients make smarter financial decisions—not just preparing returns. You'll work alongside experienced advisors, focus on proactive planning, and have the flexibility to remain a tax planning specialist or grow into a Financial Advisor over time.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>No prospecting. No cold calling.</strong> The firm brings you the clients so you can focus on what you do best.</p><p><br></p><p>What you'll do</p><p>✔ Identify proactive tax planning opportunities by reviewing client tax returns</p><p>✔ Prepare tax projections and multi-year planning strategies</p><p>✔ Analyze Roth conversions, RMDs, charitable giving, IRMAA, and capital gain strategies</p><p>✔ Participate in client meetings alongside advisors</p><p>✔ Build cash flow analyses and financial planning recommendations</p><p>✔ Collaborate with CPAs, EAs, and other client advisors</p>