<p><strong>Controller – Nonprofit Sector</strong></p><p><em>Location: South Bay, CA | Full-Time | Hybird</em></p><p>A mission-driven nonprofit organization in <strong>South Bay, California</strong>, is seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to lead its financial operations. This key leadership role is responsible for overseeing accounting, reporting, compliance, and budgeting—ensuring financial accuracy and supporting strategic decision-making.</p><p>The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of <strong>fund accounting</strong>, <strong>grant management</strong>, and <strong>nonprofit compliance</strong>, along with a hands-on approach to managing systems, improving processes, and guiding financial policy.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and manage <strong>budgets, forecasts, and financial models</strong> to support organizational planning</li><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and reports for external accountants; review outputs for accuracy</li><li>Analyze and present <strong>financial statements and reports</strong> to leadership and stakeholders</li><li>Oversee <strong>invoicing, accounts receivable</strong>, and tracking of donor and grant restrictions</li><li>Manage <strong>cryptocurrency donations</strong> through wallets and online platforms</li><li>Maintain and update <strong>fixed asset records</strong>, including depreciation calculations</li><li>Reconcile <strong>prepaid expenses</strong> monthly to ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Create and implement <strong>financial policies and procedures</strong> to ensure internal controls and compliance</li><li>Lead <strong>month-end and year-end close</strong> processes, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Oversee company <strong>credit card and expense systems</strong>, producing regular reporting for review</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; <strong>CPA preferred</strong></li><li>5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a <strong>nonprofit environment</strong></li><li>Proficient in <strong>GAAP</strong>, <strong>fund accounting</strong>, and <strong>grant compliance/reporting</strong></li><li>Experience managing donor-restricted funds and working with <strong>external auditors</strong></li><li>Knowledge of accounting systems (e.g., <strong>QuickBooks, NetSuite</strong>) and strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience handling <strong>cryptocurrency or digital donations</strong> a plus</li><li>Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills</li><li>Ability to balance day-to-day accounting with strategic financial leadership</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Confidential consideration, please email your recruiter with Robert Half. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013305785. email resume to [email protected]</p>
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-driven Assistant Controller to join our finance team in Santa Barbara, California. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and supporting the organization’s mission through effective financial management. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in accounting to make a meaningful impact within the nonprofit sector.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.<br>• Analyze financial results to provide actionable insights that support organizational strategy and programmatic decision-making.<br>• Oversee general ledger functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing processes.<br>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and expense reimbursement functions to ensure accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Monitor and reconcile restricted and unrestricted net assets, ensuring proper fund allocation and compliance with donor requirements.<br>• Strengthen internal controls and safeguard organizational assets while maintaining accountability in financial processes.<br>• Coordinate and prepare for annual financial statement audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses to auditor inquiries.<br>• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering growth and a collaborative team environment.<br>• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management to support organizational sustainability.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial processes with programmatic goals and organizational initiatives.
<p><strong>Position Title:</strong> Payroll Manager</p><p><strong>Summary:</strong></p><p> The Payroll Manager oversees all aspects of payroll operations for a multi-state food and beverage organization employing a large hourly, tipped workforce. This role ensures the accurate and compliant processing of complex payroll transactions, including multi-jurisdictional tax reporting, tip allocations, and service charge distributions. The Payroll Manager works collaboratively with Finance, Human Resources, and Operations to maintain strict compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws while driving process efficiency and data integrity across all venues and event operations.</p><p><strong>Supervisory Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains payroll department staff with a focus on compliance and accuracy in a multi-state environment.</li><li>Oversees the daily operations of the payroll department, ensuring timely and precise payroll processing across multiple locations and states.</li><li>Provides ongoing leadership, coaching, and performance evaluations for payroll team members.</li><li>Establishes departmental standards, process documentation, and internal controls to ensure compliance with multi-jurisdictional labor regulations.</li><li>Collaborates with HR and Operations teams to maintain accurate timekeeping, scheduling, and wage data across all venues and events.</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manages the end-to-end payroll process for multi-state, hourly, tipped, and salaried employees, including staff assigned to festivals, venues, and event operations.</li><li>Ensures compliance with multi-state and local payroll tax laws, including accurate calculation and remittance of federal, state, and local income taxes, unemployment taxes, and other employer obligations.</li><li>Administers the accurate reporting, distribution, and taxation of tips, gratuities, and service charges in accordance with state and federal wage and hour laws.</li><li>Reviews and validates time and attendance data for accuracy, coordinating with site managers to address discrepancies prior to payroll submission.</li><li>Oversees accurate processing of new hires, separations, pay rate changes, and transfers across state lines and business entities.</li><li>Ensures compliance with FLSA and state-specific labor standards including minimum wage, overtime, meal and rest periods, and tip credit regulations.</li><li>Reconciles payroll accounts, identifies variances, and ensures timely resolution of discrepancies.</li><li>Prepares detailed labor and payroll reports for Finance, HR, and Operations, including earnings summaries, labor cost analysis, and multi-state tax filings.</li><li>Coordinates with auditors and regulatory agencies, providing documentation and support for payroll-related audits and filings.</li><li>Maintains current knowledge of changes in payroll laws, tax requirements, and reporting obligations affecting multi-state employers in the hospitality and food service industries.</li><li>Develops, documents, and enforces payroll policies and standard operating procedures to ensure compliance and consistency across all company locations.</li><li>Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join our team in Burbank, California. In this role, you will focus on accounts receivable functions while contributing to the financial health and efficiency of the organization. This is a long-term contract position, offering an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in finance and accounting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts receivable functions, including accurate invoicing and timely billing processes.<br>• Review and reconcile financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.<br>• Collaborate with vendors and partners to troubleshoot billing discrepancies and resolve issues.<br>• Create and maintain detailed documentation of financial transactions for audit and reporting purposes.<br>• Support budget planning and cost analysis efforts to optimize financial operations.<br>• Participate in procurement processes to ensure alignment with budgetary guidelines.<br>• Assist in campaign planning by providing financial insights and tracking media-related expenses.<br>• Train team members on financial procedures and tools to enhance overall efficiency.<br>• Monitor brand awareness activities and marketing campaigns for financial impact and alignment.<br>• Coordinate travel expenses and ensure timely processing of reimbursements.
<p>💼 <strong>Chief Financial Officer Opportunity</strong> 💼</p><p>Are you an experienced and strategic leader ready to guide a growing company toward its next big milestone? We are seeking a <strong>CFO</strong> to partner with the CEO in driving strategy, optimizing revenue streams, and preparing the organization for a successful future transition, all while taking a hands-on approach to the general ledger and month end close?</p><p><br></p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial financial expert who thrives in small to mid-sized private organizations, enjoys building scalable processes, and has the vision to lead both current operations and long-term strategic goals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role?</strong></p><p>This is your chance to:</p><ul><li><strong>Shape Strategy & Growth</strong>: Partner with executive leadership to establish and achieve ambitions for growth and an eventual exit.</li><li><strong>Lead from the Front</strong>: Be both hands-on and visionary, managing day-to-day financial operations while steering long-term success.</li><li><strong>Cross-Functional Impact</strong>: Influence departments beyond finance, including HR, IT, and operations, to create a cohesive strategy.</li><li><strong>Drive Financial Excellence</strong>: Own and optimize accounting controls, reporting, and budgetary processes, while ensuring alignment with GAAP principles.</li></ul><p><strong>What Sets You Apart:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic & Hands-On</strong>: A leader who can "be in the weeds" while keeping sight of the big picture.</li><li><strong>Entrepreneurial Spirit</strong>: A self-starter who thrives in growth-stage environments.</li><li><strong>Cross-Department Leadership</strong>: Comfortable managing functions like HR, IT, and payroll alongside core financial responsibilities.</li><li><strong>Team-First Mentality</strong>: A strong value system with the ability to prioritize company and team success over individual goals.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for an experienced Controller to support our client on an interim basis for 4+ months to assist with a variety of critical accounting and finance tasks. The successful Controller will play a vital role in supporting our client's ongoing operations and preparations for the final sale of a minority share of the organization. This individual will work closely with the Director of Accounting and senior leadership, contributing to several core responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage tax preparation and compliance for federal and state audits, including indirect taxes such as sales and other applicable requirements.</p><p>• Oversee and perform month-end close processes, including journal entry preparation, variance analysis, and financial procedure execution.</p><p>• Conduct detailed balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring data accuracy and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and equity documentation.</p><p>• Support executive leadership with ad-hoc financial reporting tasks, including general ledger reviews and transaction-level analyses.</p><p>• Perform aging analyses for accounts payable and accounts receivable to maintain financial health.</p><p>• Coordinate audit activities by preparing necessary documentation, workpapers, and invoices for review.</p><p>• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure smooth operations and compliance with US GAAP and IFRS standards.</p><p>• Utilize and maintain proficiency in relevant systems like Intacct, Ramp, and other finance-related tools.</p><p>• Assist with mergers and acquisitions activities, providing financial insights and ensuring adherence to accounting standards.</p>
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Controller to lead our accounting and financial operations in Glendale, California. In this role, you will ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards while providing strategic financial insights to support the firm's decision-making processes. This position requires expertise in finance, accounting, and legal industry practices, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with leadership and administrative teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct and manage all accounting functions, including general ledger activities, budgeting, financial reporting, and month-end closings.<br>• Prepare and review monthly financial statements to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with relevant standards.<br>• Oversee billing processes, including collections and trust account management, in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.<br>• Ensure legal compliance in financial operations, including the proper handling of client funds and trust accounts.<br>• Administer payroll for attorneys and administrative staff, maintaining accurate records of employee benefits.<br>• Partner with firm leadership to develop and implement financial strategies aimed at improving profitability and operational efficiency.<br>• Analyze financial performance to identify opportunities for cost reduction and revenue enhancement.<br>• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, ensuring smooth daily operations and adherence to best practices.<br>• Manage audits, tax reporting, budgeting, and compliance functions to uphold regulatory standards.<br>• Lead initiatives to implement and optimize financial systems for enhanced operational efficiency.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting operations of our credit union located in Hawthorne, California. This role is ideal for a skilled individual with a strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, and regulatory compliance within the financial services industry. The successful candidate will bring exceptional leadership skills to mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team while ensuring adherence to industry standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial transactions.<br>• Manage month-end and year-end financial close processes, delivering timely and accurate financial statements.<br>• Develop and monitor budgets and forecasts to support strategic financial planning.<br>• Conduct in-depth financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making and organizational growth.<br>• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and maintain strong internal controls.<br>• Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to streamline financial processes and improve operational efficiency.<br>• Provide strategic recommendations to senior management based on financial data and trends.<br>• Oversee the preparation and submission of required financial reports to regulatory agencies.<br>• Stay up-to-date with changes in financial regulations and implement necessary adjustments to ensure compliance.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Redondo Beach, California. This role is ideal for a motivated and entrepreneurial individual who is eager to take ownership of accounting and financial operations while contributing to the growth and success of the organization. The position requires expertise in general ledger accounting, month-end close processes, and external audits, as well as a proactive approach to managing financial relationships and operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and oversee comprehensive month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries and reconcile bank accounts to maintain clean and accurate financial records.<br>• Establish and nurture relationships with banking partners to support financial operations.<br>• Spearhead external audits, coordinating with auditors and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.<br>• Develop and implement budgeting and forecasting strategies to align with organizational goals.<br>• Take charge of cleaning and maintaining the books, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded.<br>• Collaborate with leadership to support and drive the company’s financial growth initiatives.<br>• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to improve accounting and finance processes.<br>• Ensure strong communication with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth financial operations.
