We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Materials Coordinator to join our team in Manhattan Beach, California. This position is within the women's sports shoe division, focusing on lifestyle and trend-driven footwear designs. As a long-term contract role, you'll play a vital part in ensuring the seamless coordination and testing of materials while contributing to the creative and technical aspects of product development.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with the materials team to source, evaluate, and select materials that align with trend-driven footwear designs.<br>• Conduct technical testing and analysis of materials to ensure quality and compliance with industry standards.<br>• Stay updated on footwear trends and incorporate relevant insights into material selection and product development.<br>• Communicate effectively with international teams, including liaising with colleagues in China.<br>• Provide support in developing and maintaining color palettes and trend reports for upcoming collections.<br>• Assist in cross-training activities to ensure a smooth transition during team member absences.<br>• Maintain detailed records and documentation related to materials testing and sourcing.<br>• Work closely with design teams to ensure materials meet aesthetic and functional requirements.<br>• Ensure timely delivery of materials to meet production schedules.
<p>Job Summary</p><p>The District Sales Manager is responsible for driving revenue growth in the Southern California and Southern Nevada, Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming territory through a combination of direct capital equipment sales and leadership of independent manufacturing representatives and distribution partners. This is a hands-on, demonstration-intensive technical sales role focused on high-value precision measurement and inspection systems. The position requires frequent travel, regular equipment demonstrations, technical training, and a proven ability to exceed sales quotas in industrial, metrology, or related capital equipment markets.</p><p><br></p><p>Here is the cleaned list with all company-identifying information removed:</p><ol><li>Sells directly and through qualified manufacturing representatives. Supports local distribution and promotes the entire product line within the assigned territory.</li><li>Product portfolio is demonstration-intensive – required to regularly transport and showcase equipment at customer sites. Frequent hands-on demonstrations are a key part of the sales process and essential to supporting customer understanding and engagement.</li><li>Follows up on leads generated through central marketing activity, trade shows, as well as those generated independently such as through cold calls and telemarketing.</li><li>Meets or exceeds sales volume quotas for direct and indirect sales turnover.</li><li>Monitors sales within assigned territories and reports on progress, orders, representative information, and other data as required by management.</li><li>Provides first-line technical support on issues pertaining to all equipment sold or previously installed within the specified territory.</li><li>Identifies new sales opportunities within the territory and exploits each fully.</li><li>Monitors market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to identify new business opportunities.</li><li>Produces weekly activity reports, monthly forecast reports, and annual budget reports on a rolling twelve-month schedule by product, Sales Representative, Distribution, and dollar value.</li><li>Maintains and updates CRM with activity and demonstration reports.</li><li>Oversees, plans, schedules, and provides technical support/training for existing products and ensures that all is provided to Representatives and Distribution.</li><li>Installs and trains customers on all equipment and ensures Representatives/Agents/Distribution are qualified to install and train on equipment sold by themselves.</li><li>Takes full responsibility for demonstration inventory issued to you and the Representatives in your territory, including annual inventory counts and transfers.</li><li>Provides internal sales with details for product quotations.</li><li>Attends Trade Shows.</li><li>Travels away from home up to 14 days a month.</li><li>Performs other duties as required.</li></ol><p><br></p>
<p>Responsibilities:</p><p>Oversees cash flow positions, borrowing needs, and available funds for investments</p><p><br></p><p>Monitors and evaluates financial and operational performance of portfolio companies, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p>Supports budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning with business leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Partners with management teams to track KPIs and operational initiatives, ensuring alignment with value-creation plans.</p><p><br></p><p>Develops standardized reporting packages, dashboards, and analysis for internal stakeholders and investors.</p><p><br></p><p>Conducts benchmarking, and scenario modeling to assess business performance and strategic outlook for current or new acquisitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Reviews monthly investment data on tribal investment funds and complete quarterly performance reports.</p><p><br></p><p>Prepares internal, external, and Fund Committee meeting materials.</p><p><br></p><p>Monitors treasury/bank accounts, trades, and settlements of stocks and bonds, and real estate and mutual fund transactions from third-party managers.</p><p><br></p><p>Evaluates enterprise contracts for financial terms and conditions.</p><p><br></p><p>Contributes to strategic initiatives such as new acquisitions, working capital optimization, or exit readiness.</p><p><br></p><p>Serves as a point of contact for audit activities, tax filings, and compliance documentation.</p><p><br></p><p>Provides detailed analysis related to real estate finance, including asset performance and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is seeking an experienced Interim Assistant Controller to support the daily operations of the accounting department for our manufacturing client in Camarillo. This key, on-site opportunity offers an immediate start and requires a hands-on leader with a manufacturing background to drive high-impact accounting and finance functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage monthly and year-end close processes, including reconciliation and reporting.</li><li>Reconcile and monitor all accounting transactions, publishing monthly financial statements.</li><li>Provide detailed performance and cost analysis to manufacturing teams.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing cost data and prepare reports comparing standard vs. actual production costs.</li><li>Analyze and collect costs regarding business activities such as raw materials, inventory, and labor.</li><li>Assess changes in product designs, materials, or manufacturing methods for cost impact with Engineering/Operations.</li><li>Deliver management reports outlining product pricing and profitability factors.</li><li>Develop and maintain annual direct labor and manufacturing overhead rates and associated budgets.</li><li>Support monthly close, including work order closures, error resolution, variance/absorption calculations, and inventory reconciliations.</li><li>Serve as a resource for Finance and other departments on general and cost accounting and inventory issues.</li><li>Partner with Engineering to develop and maintain standard product costs and establish standards for new products.</li><li>Lead quarterly financial forecasts and annual budget cycles.</li><li>Manage and enhance work order and inventory accounting systems.</li><li>Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles.</li><li>Lead annual audit processes, including 401(k) and Workers' Compensation audits.</li><li>Coordinate periodic physical inventory counts and reconcile to accounting data.</li><li>Support ad-hoc accounting and financial analysis projects.</li><li>Complete additional duties and strategic initiatives as assigned.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Senior Accountant with a background working in a CPA firm. As a Sr. Accountant, you will be responsible for financial statement preparation and consolidation, account analysis and reconciliations, cash flow analysis, budgets and forecasting, audit preparation, and internal control maintenance and regulatory reporting. You will bring a wealth of knowledge in accounting principles, auditing standards, and taxation, along with a proven track record of success in public accounting. Reporting to the Manager or Partner, the Senior Accountant will lead client engagements, manage staff, and provide strategic guidance to support our clients' financial goals. This position offers you great long-term potential and a strong compensation and benefits package. We are looking for someone who has excellent analytical skills and enjoys working in a challenging and fast-paced environment to support the firm's continued success. If interested, call 818.884.3888 to schedule your interview.</p><p>• Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements</p><p>• Perform cost accounting functions, including analyzing manufacturing costs and variances, and providing insights to improve cost efficiency</p><p>• Manage inventory accounting processes, including valuation, reconciliation, and inventory control</p><p>• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with department managers to develop accurate projections</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and provide financial guidance</p><p>• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff, providing training and support as needed</p><p>• Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by management</p>
