<p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Public Works Analyst/ Procurement Analyst Consultant for a municipal client. This consultant will provide analytical, budgetary, and project management support to the Public Works Department, with a focus contract management, budget oversight, and request for proposals. This role will be onsite in Pico Rivera, CA. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>Support Public Works leadership with operational, financial, and strategic initiatives.</p><p>Assist with budgeting, funding analysis, project tracking, and reporting.</p><p>Monitor departmental operating budgets and perform financial analysis.</p><p>Prepare City Council staff reports, presentations, and management reports.</p><p>Support procurement activities, including RFPs, contract administration, and vendor management.</p><p>Review purchase orders, invoice, and budget transactions.</p><p>Conduct research, policy analysis, and process improvement initiatives.</p><p>Coordinate with Finance, Field Operations and Contractors.</p><p>Assist with special projects and departmental priorities as assigned.</p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.</p><p>4+ years of experience within a city, county, special district, or other public agency.</p><p>Experience supporting budgeting, procurement, and contract administration.</p><p>Strong analytical, project management, financial reporting, and report-writing skills.</p><p>Experience preparing reports and presentations for senior leadership</p><p>Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.</p><p>Preferred Experience</p><p>Public Works, Engineering, Utilities, Transportation, or Infrastructure operations.</p><p>Budget development and administration.</p><p>Grants management and regulatory compliance.</p><p>ERP, financial, and project management systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Ideal Consultant</p><p>Able to step into a municipal environment with minimal ramp-up time.</p><p>Strong communicator who works effectively with leadership, department staff, elected officials, and external stakeholders.</p><p>Organized, self-directed, and capable of managing multiple priorities.</p><p>Combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution.</p>
<p><strong>Director of Finance</strong></p><p><strong>South Bay/Los Angeles Area, CA (On-Site)</strong></p><p>Lead Finance for a Premier Hospitality & Real Estate Organization</p><p>An established luxury hospitality and real estate organization is seeking a strategic <strong>Director of Finance</strong> to lead financial operations, planning, reporting, and business performance initiatives for a large-scale destination property. This is a highly visible leadership role partnering closely with executive leadership, ownership groups, and operational teams to drive profitability, financial excellence, and long-term growth.</p><p>The ideal candidate combines strong hospitality finance expertise with executive-level business acumen and a hands-on leadership style.</p><p><br></p><p>What You'll Do</p><ul><li>Lead all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial planning activities.</li><li>Partner with senior executives to develop and execute financial strategies that support growth and profitability objectives.</li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.</li><li>Provide meaningful financial analysis, KPI reporting, and recommendations to improve operational performance and margins.</li><li>Manage annual budgeting and long-range planning processes, including operating and capital budgets.</li><li>Direct year-end audits and coordinate with external auditors.</li><li>Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity requirements.</li><li>Review capital projects and expenditures, ensuring appropriate controls, approvals, and reporting.</li><li>Support ownership, investor, lender, and partnership reporting requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with operational leaders to analyze results, investigate variances, and identify opportunities for increased profitability.</li><li>Ensure strong internal controls, accounting policies, and financial governance standards are maintained.</li><li>Mentor, develop, and lead a high-performing finance and accounting team.</li></ul><p>Why Consider This Opportunity?</p><ul><li>High-impact leadership position with significant visibility across the organization.</li><li>Opportunity to influence financial strategy and business performance.</li><li>Collaborative executive team environment.</li><li>Complex business model offering exposure to hospitality, real estate, development, and ownership reporting.</li><li>Competitive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, and retirement plan with company match.</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $145,000 - $165,000 base salary plus bonus potential.</p>
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> • Lead and develop a sales team of 3–5 professionals, including Sales Managers and Sales Coordinators</p><p> • Drive growth across Business Transient, Group Sales, and Tour Sales segments</p><p> • Increase hotel revenue, occupancy, and market share through strategic sales initiatives</p><p> • Oversee sales strategy, branding, marketing efforts, and property positioning</p><p> • Partner with executive leadership on guest experience, hotel amenities, valet services, and overall brand presence</p><p> • Build a strong sales culture through coaching, accountability, and team development</p><p><strong>Ideal Background:</strong></p><p> • Proven hotel/hospitality sales leadership experience</p><p> • Successful track record driving group, transient, and tour business</p><p> • Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and lead teams</p><p> • A high-performing Hotel Sales Manager ready for their first Director of Sales opportunity would also be considered</p><p> • Passion for building relationships, developing teams, and growing business</p>