We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join an office environment in California, supporting a range of accounting, tax, and administrative activities within the agriculture industry. This contract opportunity is well suited for an organized candidate who can manage financial records, assist with tax-related documentation, and help keep entity and trust administration organized. The role offers exposure to bookkeeping, reporting, banking support, and cross-functional coordination while working closely with internal leadership and external advisors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support day-to-day accounting activities by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assembling financial schedules for reporting and review.<br>• Maintain accurate records across trusts, partnerships, corporations, and related entities, ensuring documentation is current and well organized.<br>• Track outgoing payments, incoming funds, and routine expenses while helping monitor the completeness of financial transaction records.<br>• Assist with month-end close tasks and contribute to the preparation of materials used for financial statement reviews and audits.<br>• Compile tax documentation and supporting schedules for individual, trust, partnership, and corporate filings, coordinating details with outside tax professionals as needed.<br>• Help manage estimated tax payments, filing extensions, deadline tracking, and responses to tax notices in a timely manner.<br>• Review bank activity, monitor cash positions, and prepare backup documentation for transfers, disbursements, and other treasury-related transactions.<br>• Maintain investment records, statements, and transaction schedules while supporting administrative processes tied to trusts and affiliated entities.<br>• Coordinate correspondence, filings, distributions, scheduling, and document preparation with attorneys, accountants, banks, and other external advisors as required.<br>• Provide broader administrative support and contribute to special projects assigned by the Office Administrator.
<p>Robert Half is seeking a hands-on interim Accounting Manager/ Consultant to support a construction and heavy equipment services organization. This consultant will process month-end close, oversee operational accounting, accounts receivables and drive process improvements while ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with U.S. GAAP. This role will be located onsite in Long Beach, CA. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>Monthly close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p>Accounts Receivables</p><p>Job Postings</p><p>Analyze financial results, variances, and operational trends.</p><p>Oversee AP operations, vendor payments, ACHs, wires, and 1099 reporting.</p><p>Manage fixed assets, construction-in-progress (CIP) accounting, depreciation schedules, and property tax filings.</p><p>Maintain ASC 842 lease accounting schedules and debt reconciliations.</p><p>Support job costing, project accounting, inventory accounting, equipment utilization, and profitability reporting.</p><p>Assist with revenue recognition and provide backup support for AR activities.</p><p>Strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes.</p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.</p><p>7+ years of accounting experience with prior Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or Controller experience.</p><p>Strong month-end close, financial reporting, and operational accounting experience.</p><p>Hands-on experience with Sage 300 required or strongly preferred.</p><p>Strong knowledge of fixed assets, inventory accounting, construction accounting, job costing, and project accounting.</p><p>Experience with ASC 842 lease accounting, debt accounting, and account reconciliations.</p><p>Construction, crane, heavy equipment, industrial services, equipment rental, or project-based industry experience preferred.</p><p>Advanced Excel and ERP system experience.</p><p>Ideal Consultant</p><p>Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves leader.</p><p>Strong background in construction accounting, inventory, fixed assets, and job costing.</p><p>Able to quickly improve close processes, drive accountability, and partner effectively with Accounting, Operations, AP, and Finance teams.</p><p>Process improvement mindset with the ability to stabilize operations and deliver immediate value.</p>
We are looking for a truly senior, hands-on professional who can take ownership independently and has experience working in an international group environment. Someone based in the Eastern Time Zone would be ideal.<br>The scope includes:<br>• Owning monthly and year-end close in line with the group reporting calendar, including journal entries, accruals, deferrals, and account reconciliations<br>• Maintaining general ledger integrity across bank, AR, AP, prepaids, accruals, and intercompany accounts<br>• Managing revenue recognition for hardware, SaaS, and service contracts, including deferred revenue<br>• Handling intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and billing to global group entities<br>• Overseeing customer billing, AR aging, collections, and payment dispute resolution in partnership with Sales and management<br>• Overseeing AP accounting and supplier payment accuracy, and reviewing and approving expense reports in SAP Concur<br>• Calculating, filing, and paying multi-state sales and use tax, responding to tax authorities, and preparing annual 1099 filings<br>• Supporting external audits, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies, and improving processes and controls<br>Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, experience with multi-state sales tax, and the ability to work confidently with international stakeholders are particularly important.
<p><strong>IT Manager</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>Growing organization is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead infrastructure operations, security initiatives, and enterprise technology platforms. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for maintaining secure and reliable IT systems while supporting business operations and technology modernization efforts.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead day-to-day infrastructure, systems administration, and cybersecurity operations.</li><li>Manage Microsoft cloud services, identity platforms, collaboration tools, and hybrid environments.</li><li>Oversee network, server, storage, virtualization, backup, and disaster recovery solutions.</li><li>Support cybersecurity programs, risk management initiatives, audits, and regulatory compliance efforts.</li><li>Coordinate technology projects, system upgrades, and continuous improvement activities.</li><li>Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and escalation support for the IT team.</li><li>Maintain documentation, policies, procedures, and operational best practices.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead key corporate accounting activities in Burbank, California. This role plays an important part in delivering accurate financial close, consolidated reporting, audit coordination, and compliance support across a multi-entity environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide processes and people while improving the efficiency and reliability of financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead designated portions of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, ensuring journal entries, reconciliations, validations, and issue resolution are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Analyze consolidated financial results and investigate notable fluctuations across revenue, margins, expenses, balance sheet accounts, intercompany activity, and prior-period adjustments, partnering with finance and operational teams to resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Prepare and review recurring reporting packages for senior leadership, board-level stakeholders, lenders, and other internal audiences, ensuring commentary, schedules, and analysis are complete and consistent.</p><p>• Serve as a primary coordinator for external audit activity by organizing requests, monitoring deliverables, reviewing support schedules, and facilitating communication between internal teams and auditors.</p><p>• Support tax-related compliance work by gathering required information, assisting with provisions and filings, maintaining transfer pricing support, and responding to inquiries in collaboration with outside advisors.</p><p>• Oversee intercompany accounting processes, including reconciliations, eliminations, fee calculations, loan-related compliance, and correction of differences between local and consolidated records.</p><p>• Administer important aspects of the global insurance program, such as renewals, exposure reporting, broker and carrier communication, claims documentation, and payment follow-up.</p><p>• Strengthen accounting policies, internal controls, and process documentation to encourage consistent execution, compliance readiness, and continuity across regions.</p><p>• Drive process enhancements and automation efforts using Excel, Power Query, AI-enabled tools, and other workflow technologies to improve reporting quality, control effectiveness, and efficiency.</p><p>• Supervise assigned staff by setting priorities, reviewing output, offering technical guidance, and supporting timely completion of ongoing responsibilities and special projects.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations in Ventura, California. This role oversees day-to-day financial activities, supports accurate reporting, and helps maintain a disciplined control environment across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, broad accounting knowledge, and the ability to guide budgeting, forecasting, and compliance efforts in a fast-paced setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead daily accounting activities including cost analysis, fixed assets, and general ledger functions to ensure reliable and timely financial records.</p><p>• Oversee the monthly close cycle, review journal entries and reconciliations, and help deliver accurate financial statements within established deadlines.</p><p>• Manage and support accounting staff, providing direction, quality review, and coaching to promote accuracy and accountability.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze monthly forecasts and annual budgets, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improved financial performance.</p><p>• Review weekly disbursements and cash reconciliations to strengthen cash management practices and maintain appropriate financial controls.</p><p>• Monitor sales and use tax activity and coordinate filings to support compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Partner with operational and finance leaders to develop, track, and refine key performance indicators that support business goals.</p><p>• Maintain adherence to internal accounting policies, control standards, and government contract requirements where applicable.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor in Ventura, California. This position plays an important role in producing reliable financial information, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting day-to-day property operations through sound accounting oversight. The ideal candidate brings leadership experience, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to work across teams to meet reporting, compliance, and funding requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and mentor property accounting staff by assigning work, reviewing output, and providing coaching that supports accurate and timely completion of financial tasks.</p><p>• Direct accounting activities across the property portfolio, including payables, receivables, ledger maintenance, adjusting entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.</p><p>• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycles to deliver complete and accurate property-level financial statements on schedule.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to organizational guidelines, lender obligations, grant conditions, and regulatory financial reporting standards.</p><p>• Partner with operational teams on annual budget development, compare actual performance to plan, and investigate variances to highlight issues and recommend solutions.</p><p>• Track operating cash activity on a recurring basis to help ensure sufficient funds, timely disbursements, and compliance with cash management expectations.</p><p>• Review accounting for rent collections, subsidy payments, tenant balances, and other revenue streams while coordinating with property management and compliance personnel.</p><p>• Manage accounting and reconciliation for reserve accounts, escrow balances, restricted cash, and other designated funds in accordance with applicable restrictions.</p><p>• Support audits, tax-related reporting, and year-end documentation by preparing schedules and maintaining organized financial records and audit support.</p><p>• Provide backup coverage for other accounting leadership needs and contribute to special projects or process improvement initiatives as assigned</p>
<p><strong>Management Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Burbank, CA</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time / Direct Hire</p><p>Our client, a small and growing manufacturing company, is seeking a <strong>Management Accountant</strong> to join their team in a highly visible, stand-alone accounting role. This position is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a small company environment and enjoys owning the full accounting cycle.</p><p><br></p><p>The Management Accountant will be responsible for all day-to-day accounting functions, month-end close, financial reporting, inventory accounting, and tax-related responsibilities. The ideal candidate will come from a <strong>small manufacturing or distribution environment</strong> and have experience managing a broad range of accounting duties independently.</p><p><em>Key Responsibilities</em></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle <strong>accounts payable</strong> and <strong>accounts receivable</strong></li><li>Process <strong>payroll</strong></li><li>Prepare <strong>journal entries</strong> and account reconciliations</li><li>Lead the <strong>month-end close</strong> process</li><li>Prepare internal <strong>financial statements</strong></li><li>Perform <strong>inventory accounting</strong> and related analysis</li><li>Conduct general <strong>accounting analysis</strong> to support business decisions</li><li>Handle <strong>sales and use tax</strong> and <strong>property tax</strong> reporting/compliance</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Partner with leadership to provide financial insight and support operational decision-making</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Senior Internal Auditor to join a retail organization in California. In this role, you will help strengthen financial and operational controls by partnering with audit leadership, business stakeholders, and external auditors. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to compliance efforts, operational reviews, and advisory work while supporting a well-organized and effective audit function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with internal audit leadership to carry out annual compliance activities, including process walkthroughs and testing of internal controls tied to financial reporting.<br>• Monitor identified control issues and help drive timely corrective actions by coordinating follow-up efforts with relevant business teams.<br>• Build productive working relationships with external auditors by organizing walkthrough sessions, aligning schedules, and supplying supporting documentation for audit procedures.<br>• Contribute to the preparation and delivery of operational audits and consulting engagements across key business areas.<br>• Administer the department’s audit management platform, maintaining accurate records, status updates, and reporting outputs.<br>• Execute assigned portions of audit projects with thorough workpapers and documentation that meet established internal audit standards.<br>• Evaluate control design and operating effectiveness, identifying gaps and communicating observations in a clear and precise manner.
<p><strong>Identity & Access Management (IAM) Manager</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p>An established organization is seeking an Identity & Access Management (IAM) Manager to lead identity security initiatives across a complex enterprise technology environment. This role offers the opportunity to drive strategic security programs, improve operational maturity, and support the organization's ongoing technology and business transformation efforts.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Summary</strong></p><p>The IAM Manager will be responsible for advancing the organization's identity and access management program, including strategy, governance, architecture, and day-to-day operations. This individual will work closely with technology and business stakeholders to strengthen access controls, enhance security processes, and support secure access across enterprise systems and applications.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the development and ongoing enhancement of the organization's identity and access management program.</li><li>Establish and maintain IAM policies, standards, governance practices, and operational procedures.</li><li>Develop strategic roadmaps and initiatives to improve identity security and access management capabilities.</li><li>Oversee authentication, authorization, user provisioning, access reviews, and identity lifecycle processes.</li><li>Partner with technology and business teams to implement secure and scalable access management solutions.</li><li>Support privileged access management, governance, compliance, and risk reduction efforts.</li><li>Drive process improvements through automation and operational efficiencies.</li><li>Provide guidance on access controls, identity-related risks, and security best practices.</li><li>Manage identity-related projects, technology implementations, and vendor relationships.</li><li>Establish metrics and reporting to measure program effectiveness and maturity.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to improve security awareness and promote strong access management practices.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to support a business management and family services team in Woodland Hills, California. This position serves high-income and high-net-worth clients, combining hands-on accounting work with responsive day-to-day financial support. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage a wide range of bookkeeping responsibilities in a stable, long-term role.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee recurring bookkeeping activities across daily, weekly, monthly, and annual cycles for multiple client accounts.</p><p>• Manage outgoing and incoming cash activity, including bill payments, deposits, wire transfers, and client invoicing.</p><p>• Administer payroll processing for both administrative staff and household employees while maintaining accurate supporting records.</p><p>• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts, investigate variances, and record transactions properly in the general ledger.</p><p>• Maintain complete financial records by posting journal entries, updating ledgers, and organizing documentation for future reference.</p><p>• Prepare or review year-end reporting support such as 1099 and W-2 information and coordinate related payment tracking.</p><p>• Compile financial schedules, trial balance support, and customized reports requested by clients or firm leadership.</p><p>• Assist with client onboarding, respond to time-sensitive requests, and provide attentive service to clients and their representatives.</p><p>• Support tax-related workflows by tracking deadlines, preserving documentation, answering accounting questions, and facilitating requested tax payments.</p><p>• Travel within the greater Los Angeles area when needed to support special projects, train client personnel, or help implement accounting processes at client sites.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accountant to join a mission-driven non-profit organization in Los Angeles, California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage core accounting activities, support financial reporting, and contribute to compliance in a collaborative environment. The role offers the chance to work across day-to-day accounting, audit support, budgeting, and process improvement while helping strengthen financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily accounting activities and help ensure monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing postings, preparing reconciliations, and resolving discrepancies across bank and balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Prepare and assess journal entries, year-end adjustments, and supporting schedules for items such as receivables, accruals, deferred revenue, and other closing transactions.</p><p>• Develop monthly financial reports, variance commentary, and statement support to provide clear insight into organizational performance.</p><p>• Guide accounting staff by distributing work, reviewing completed tasks, and offering day-to-day coaching to support quality and efficiency.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation by assembling schedules, assisting external auditors, and helping address items identified during audit review.</p><p>• Support regulatory and tax-related reporting, including annual information return documentation and required 1099 filings.</p><p>• Assist with budget planning, government billing, and expenditure reporting while monitoring restricted and unrestricted funding activity.</p><p>• Process payroll-related accounting tasks, verify payment documentation, and confirm transactions are properly supported before submission.</p><p>• Work with finance leadership to strengthen internal controls, improve accounting procedures, and enhance reporting workflows through process and system efficiencies.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support a university environment in Los Angeles, California through a Long-term Contract opportunity. This position will contribute to the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting by managing reconciliations, journal entries, and account analysis across a wide range of balance sheet and income statement activity. The role works closely with internal stakeholders to maintain reliable records, review financial data, and help ensure timely month-end and ongoing accounting operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review cash activity and deposits on a recurring basis in partnership with finance team members to support accurate recording and control of funds.<br>• Complete monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, petty cash, and other balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries related to accruals, deferred revenue, prepaid expenses, payroll, receivables, revenue, and other recurring accounting transactions.<br>• Track fixed asset activity by recording additions, calculating depreciation, and assisting with inventory verification of capital assets.<br>• Analyze financial reports and account activity to support the preparation and maintenance of accurate balance sheet and income statement records.<br>• Assist with specialized accounting entries involving investments, benefit-related adjustments, indirect cost allocations, and interdepartmental expense transfers.<br>• Support reporting and accounting processes tied to grants, subsidiary activity, and other institution-related financial obligations.<br>• Contribute to process evaluation and financial system-related activities when needed, including support for reporting tools and accounting workflow improvements.
<p>Robert Half is searching for an Accounts Payable Manager to start immediately for an assignment that offers great long-term potential. As the Accounts Payable Manager, you will match and batch code, resolve A/P issues, process expense reports, update and reconcile sub-ledger to G/L, and process checks. The assignment offers an opportunity to transition full-time. For immediate consideration email your resume to and call 626.463.2030 to schedule an interview.</p><p>Team Leadership:</p><p>· Supervise and lead the accounts payable team.</p><p>· Provide guidance, training, and support to team members.</p><p>Process Oversight:</p><p>· Ensure efficient and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and related transactions.</p><p>· Establish and enforce policies and procedures for accounts payable processes.</p><p>Invoice Approval:</p><p>· Review and approve high-value or critical invoices.</p><p>· Work closely with other departments for necessary approvals.</p><p>Payment Authorization:</p><p>· Authorize payments within established approval limits.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with payment terms and discount opportunities.</p><p>Budget Management:</p><p>· Collaborate with finance and budgeting teams to manage cash flow related to accounts payable.</p><p>· Monitor and control expenses within budgetary constraints.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We have partnered with a growing CPA firm to bring on an experienced Tax Accountant during extension season in the Downtown LA area. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in assisting CPA firms in meeting their clients' tax extension filing requirements efficiently and accurately. Your in-depth understanding of tax regulations, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to work under tight deadlines will contribute to delivering exceptional service during this critical period. Please call our office 213.629.4602 for consideration.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Liaise with CPA firms to collect and organize client-provided financial documents and tax-related information for extension filing.</li><li>Review and validate client documentation, including income statements, expense reports, and relevant deductions.</li><li>Utilize your comprehensive knowledge of tax laws and codes to prepare accurate and compliant tax extension filings.</li><li>Ensure all necessary forms, schedules, and supporting documentation are properly completed and attached to the extensions.</li><li>Collaborate with the internal team and CPA firm contacts to address any inquiries or clarifications related to tax extensions.</li><li>Keep abreast of changes in tax laws, regulations, and extension filing requirements, and incorporate them into your work.</li><li>Maintain clear and organized records of all extension-related communications and documentation.</li><li>Work diligently to meet strict deadlines and ensure all extensions are submitted accurately and on time.</li><li>Provide proactive communication to CPA firms regarding the status of extension preparations and any potential issues.</li><li>Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical conduct in handling client information.</li></ul><p> </p>