We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing-focused team in Ventura, California. This position plays a key role in strengthening cost visibility, supporting accurate financial reporting, and delivering analysis that helps guide operational and business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, inventory valuation, and variance review, along with the ability to work effectively across departments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare recurring monthly financial and cost reports, highlighting patterns, risks, and meaningful recommendations for business leaders.<br>• Analyze manufacturing performance by reviewing material, labor, and overhead results and investigating variances against established standards.<br>• Develop and maintain cost of goods sold analysis to improve financial accuracy and provide insight into production economics.<br>• Review and update product cost structures for current inventory as well as newly introduced items to ensure reliable valuation.<br>• Support external audit activities by organizing documentation, responding to inquiries, and helping maintain compliance with reporting requirements.<br>• Collaborate with operational and leadership teams on special financial analyses, planning efforts, and strategic decision support.<br>• Maintain standard cost accounting records within business systems and help ensure data integrity across costing-related transactions.<br>• Use tools such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Navision, and advanced Excel to perform analysis and manage reporting needs.
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join our team and help strengthen the accuracy and integrity of manufacturing-related financial reporting. This role is responsible for supporting inventory and cost accounting activities, guiding close processes tied to cost of sales and revenue recognition, and delivering analysis that improves margin visibility and operational decision-making. The position also offers the opportunity to provide direction to entry-level team members and contribute to audit readiness, compliance, and continuous process improvement in a fast-paced production environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage month-end and quarter-end accounting activities related to inventory valuation, cost of sales, and revenue reporting, including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.<br>• Review manufacturing cost data and margin performance to identify trends, explain variances, and support more accurate financial results.<br>• Maintain and improve cost accounting procedures, standard costing practices, and related internal controls across the business.<br>• Lead or support physical inventory reviews and audit activities to confirm accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and strengthen compliance.<br>• Provide day-to-day guidance and mentorship to cost accounting and estimating staff, helping develop technical knowledge and consistency in work quality.<br>• Partner with operations, finance, and other stakeholders to translate detailed cost information into clear business insights and recommendations.<br>• Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules, documentation, and analysis tied to inventory, costing, and compliance requirements.<br>• Recommend and implement process enhancements that improve reporting efficiency, financial accuracy, and overall accountability within the manufacturing environment.
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support a higher education or nonprofit organization with revenue-focused accounting needs in Sherman Oaks, California. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, applying appropriate revenue recognition practices, and supporting compliance with funding and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in reconciliations, journal entries, and fund-based accounting, along with the ability to work effectively across multiple business areas.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and maintain accounting entries tied to revenue activity, including receivables, deferrals, and related general ledger transactions.<br>• Review revenue balances on a regular basis, research variances, and resolve discrepancies to keep financial data accurate and current.<br>• Evaluate multiple income sources such as tuition, grants, donor funding, service revenue, contracts, and fees to ensure proper accounting treatment.<br>• Apply relevant accounting guidance and internal policies to determine the correct timing and classification of recognized revenue.<br>• Track restricted and unrestricted funding activity while ensuring compliance with donor intent, grant terms, and organizational reporting standards.<br>• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities by preparing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting revenue documentation.<br>• Develop audit-ready workpapers and provide financial support materials for internal reviews, external audits, and compliance reporting.<br>• Collaborate with departments such as development, sponsored programs, student finance, and grants teams to improve the accuracy and completeness of revenue reporting.<br>• Examine agreements and supporting documents to determine how grants, contracts, and contributions should be recorded and monitored.<br>• Strengthen internal controls and recommend process improvements that increase efficiency and consistency across revenue accounting activities.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Fixed Asset Accountant to join a well established organization in Santa Paula, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate fixed asset records, supporting month-end accounting activities, and ensuring financial schedules and reconciliations are complete and reliable. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound judgment in handling complex accounting tasks, and the ability to manage multiple reporting and compliance deadlines effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee fixed asset records and monthly rollforward activity, ensuring balances are accurate and aligned with the general ledger across multiple entities.</p><p>• Maintain construction-in-progress tracking and prepare supporting schedules for capital projects and asset-related activity.</p><p>• Develop and update amortization and capitalized interest schedules to support accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Monitor capital spending by comparing budgeted amounts to actual results and highlighting notable variances.</p><p>• Record and reconcile corporate credit card activity, bank accounts, and line of credit transactions in a timely manner.</p><p>• Review general ledger activity, complete monthly account reconciliations, and prepare both recurring and ad hoc journal entries.</p><p>• Produce departmental budget-to-actual reporting and assist with weekly disbursements while providing backup support for accounts payable functions.</p><p>• Coordinate property tax payments, business license renewals, and other corporate compliance filings, while preparing audit and tax support schedules for year-end reporting.</p>
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and contribute to accurate, timely financial reporting for our team in Santa Barbara, California. This role is ideal for someone with a solid grounding in accounting who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining organized records, and helping close out each month with precision. You will collaborate closely with accounting leadership and colleagues while building deeper experience across reporting, reconciliations, tax support, and audit preparation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and post month-end journal entries to keep the general ledger complete and accurate.<br>• Support the monthly close by helping compile financial statements and related reporting materials.<br>• Review financial results for fluctuations and trends, and investigate unusual balances or transactions.<br>• Prepare reporting packages and organized backup documentation for internal stakeholders and leadership review.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, daily cash activity, and deposit records while resolving variances promptly.<br>• Handle routine banking and cash management tasks through online banking platforms as part of daily operations.<br>• Assist with tax, regulatory, and industry reporting requirements, including maintaining accurate supporting records.<br>• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records to ensure assets are tracked correctly.<br>• Contribute audit schedules and respond to documentation requests during annual audit activities.<br>• Help identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, controls, and overall process efficiency.
<p>We are looking for a Cost Accounting Manager to lead plant-level financial oversight in Calabasas, California. This position will guide budgeting, reporting, and cost analysis activities while providing leadership across accounting operations in a retail-linked manufacturing environment. The role will partner closely with operations and senior leadership to improve financial visibility, strengthen controls, and support profitable decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct plant finance activities, including budgeting, accounting oversight, and regular financial reporting to monitor business performance.</p><p>• Lead product cost management by maintaining accurate costing methods, reviewing margin performance, and investigating manufacturing variances.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable operations to support policy compliance, timely vendor payments, and reliable financial documentation.</p><p>• Manage monthly and quarterly close activities, including account reconciliations, review of cost-related entries, and preparation of financial statements.</p><p>• Build and refine standard cost models for materials, labor, and overhead to support accurate valuation and planning.</p><p>• Evaluate manufacturing spend and identify practical opportunities to reduce costs and improve overall profitability.</p><p>• Partner with production and operations leaders on process improvement efforts that enhance efficiency and financial performance.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver recurring cost reports, operational metrics, and variance commentary for senior leadership, including recommended corrective actions.</p><p>• Supervise inventory accounting through cycle counts, physical counts, and reconciliation processes to ensure accurate valuation.</p><p>• Develop and coach a small accounting team while promoting strong controls, accountability, and continuous improvement.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a team in California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing core accounting tasks, maintaining accurate records, and keeping financial activity organized. The role offers the chance to contribute across payables, receivables, and reconciliations while working in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate financial records by entering, reviewing, and organizing daily bookkeeping transactions.<br>• Process vendor invoices and payment activity while ensuring accounts payable items are coded and recorded correctly.<br>• Manage customer billing and track incoming payments to keep accounts receivable balances current.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts regularly and investigate discrepancies to support accurate month-end balances.<br>• Use QuickBooks to record financial activity, update account details, and produce routine reports.<br>• Monitor outstanding transactions and follow up on open items to help maintain clean and reliable ledgers.<br>• Assist with general accounting support and contribute to process continuity as business needs evolve.
We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to join our finance team in Newbury Park, California on a Contract basis. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist with strong NetSuite expertise who can support receivables, general accounting, and month-end activities in a fast-paced environment. The position will play an important part in improving financial workflows, analyzing account activity, and partnering with cross-functional teams to strengthen accuracy and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage invoicing, cash posting, and collection-related activities while identifying practical ways to improve accounts receivable workflows within NetSuite.<br>• Create and refine NetSuite saved searches and reporting tools to support daily accounting operations and better visibility into financial data.<br>• Review accounts receivable balances, investigate inconsistencies, and help resolve issues through timely reconciliations and follow-up.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash transactions to ensure records remain complete and accurate.<br>• Contribute to month-end close by preparing account analyses, supporting schedules, and other necessary documentation.<br>• Record journal entries and assist with general ledger activities to maintain reliable financial reporting.<br>• Support specialized accounting processes, including trust-related activities, while recommending opportunities for better efficiency and control.<br>• Use advanced Excel capabilities such as lookups and pivot tables to organize, interpret, and present financial information.<br>• Maintain well-structured records for audit readiness and internal control compliance, and provide additional accounting support as business needs evolve.
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a strong Sr. Technical Accounting Consultant to support a publicly traded organization in Ventura, California, on a Long-term Contract basis. This hybrid opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who brings strong technical accounting knowledge, public company reporting experience, and the ability to support critical financial reporting activities. The role offers close collaboration with finance leadership while contributing to quarterly and annual reporting, governance materials, and complex accounting analyses.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounting for stock-based awards, including preparing journal entries, reconciling balances, and analyzing related activity.</p><p>• Support equity reporting obligations by preparing schedules and disclosures for periodic filings.</p><p>• Develop materials and supporting documentation for Audit Committee meetings and executive-level financial presentations.</p><p>• Assist in drafting and reviewing quarterly and annual external reports, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K and related footnotes.</p><p>• Research accounting guidance and maintain technical memos covering new standards, complex transactions, and policy interpretations.</p><p>• Work closely with finance, accounting, auditors, and cross-functional partners to deliver accurate and timely reporting.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and general ledger support.</p>
We are looking for an Intermediate Accountant to support core accounting activities for a multi-entity organization in Calabasas, California. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing receivables and payables, and helping ensure smooth day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings solid hands-on accounting experience, communicates well with external partners, and is comfortable managing priorities with minimal supervision in a remote work setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee incoming and outgoing financial transactions across three operating entities, ensuring timely processing and accurate documentation.<br>• Investigate billing, remittance, and payment variances by working directly with customers to resolve account issues efficiently.<br>• Communicate with vendors, clients, and independent contractors regarding payment status, account questions, and transaction details.<br>• Prepare and execute recurring payment cycles, including monthly check runs, while keeping vendor files and disbursement records current.<br>• Record customer deposits and monitor vendor spending to support accurate cash and expense tracking.<br>• Assist with payroll-related support tasks and provide general accounting administration as needed.<br>• Maintain complete and organized accounting data in QuickBooks Online, including transaction entry and record updates.<br>• Perform reconciliations for accounts and bank activity, post journal entries, and support general ledger accuracy.<br>• Partner with internal teams to help sustain efficient business operations and consistent financial reporting.<br>• Contribute to accounting support for a growing organization that operates across multiple entities and service lines.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day invoice processing and payment operations for a Contract position based in Los Angeles, California. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in coding and approvals, and the ability to keep vendor payments accurate and on schedule. The selected candidate will contribute to a well-organized finance function by handling high-volume AP tasks, maintaining reliable records, and helping ensure timely reconciliation and disbursement activity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, proper authorization, and correct general ledger coding before entry and payment.<br>• Process accounts payable transactions efficiently while maintaining complete and accurate documentation for each item.<br>• Prepare and execute payment activities, including ACH disbursements and check runs, in accordance with established schedules.<br>• Match approved invoices to supporting records and resolve discrepancies with internal teams or vendors as needed.<br>• Maintain vendor payment data within finance systems and help ensure information remains current and reliable.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable balances and investigate variances to support accurate month-end reporting.<br>• Use platforms such as Oracle Fusion and PeopleSoft to enter, track, and monitor payable activity.<br>• Support continuous workflow accuracy by identifying issues in invoice handling, coding, or payment processing and escalating them appropriately.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy finance team in Van Nuys, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can quickly become effective with established accounting processes and systems. The role focuses on accurate invoice handling, payment processing, and day-to-day accounts payable support within the construction industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a large volume of vendor invoices with accuracy and strong attention to deadlines.<br>• Review and assign proper account codes to invoices before entry and approval.<br>• Prepare and execute ACH payments and assist with scheduled check runs.<br>• Reconcile payable records and resolve invoice discrepancies by working with internal teams and vendors.<br>• Maintain organized accounts payable documentation to support audit readiness and reporting needs.<br>• Use Epicor to enter transactions, track payment activity, and manage accounts payable workflows.<br>• Support general ledger-related tasks as needed based on business demands and individual capability.
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a growing team in Valencia, California. In this role, you will help guide business decisions through planning, performance analysis, and insightful reporting while working closely with leaders across the organization. This position combines hands-on financial analysis with dashboard development and systems support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both strategic thinking and process improvement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead support for company-wide budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning activities.<br>• Evaluate business performance by reviewing profit and loss trends, revenue, costs, margins, and volume drivers, and explain results against plans and prior periods.<br>• Create and refine financial models used for projections, what-if analysis, and decision support for strategic initiatives.<br>• Collaborate with teams across operations, sales, and management to identify trends and prepare clear reporting materials with actionable recommendations.<br>• Contribute financial insight to capital investments, acquisition-related analysis, and other high-priority business projects.<br>• Develop and maintain dashboards and recurring reports using Excel, Power BI, and Alteryx, drawing from enterprise systems and centralized data sources.<br>• Improve reporting processes and data workflows by identifying issues, increasing automation, and partnering with Finance and IT to strengthen data accuracy and consistency.<br>• Work with external technology providers on system enhancements, integrations, upgrades, and issue resolution related to financial reporting tools.<br>• Act as an internal resource for FP&A reporting questions and maintain documentation that supports standardized processes and knowledge sharing.
We are looking for an experienced Financial Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and finance operations for a Long-term Contract position based in California. This role focuses on bringing structure to departmental planning, improving budget-to-actual visibility, and partnering with business leaders to build a dependable monthly financial rhythm. The ideal candidate is someone who can step in quickly, work independently, and deliver practical solutions across multiple departments and cost centers.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the completion and refinement of departmental budgets, ensuring plans are accurate, organized, and ready for ongoing use.<br>• Develop forward-looking forecasts and budget-to-actual reporting that help leaders understand financial performance and key variances.<br>• Partner closely with department heads to create a repeatable monthly budgeting and forecasting process that supports informed decision-making.<br>• Use Sage X3 and Ramp to manage financial workflows, including expense coding, reconciliations, and coordination with general ledger activity.<br>• Analyze spending patterns across teams and cost centers, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improved financial control.<br>• Support payroll-to-general-ledger mapping and related reconciliations, including work involving Rippling or similar payroll platforms when needed.<br>• Prepare and maintain advanced Excel models to consolidate data, evaluate results, and present actionable financial insights.<br>• Contribute hands-on support across core accounting operations such as journal entries, month-end close activities, and balance sheet reconciliation as required.
<p>A hospitality company in Pacific Palisades is hiring an Accounting Assistant on a contract basis with potential to go contract-to-hire. The Accounting Assistant supports the day-to-day financial operations of the organization and helping ensure the accounting department runs smoothly. This position works closely with the finance team to maintain accurate records, process transactions, and assist with a variety of accounting and administrative functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Process invoices, verify accuracy, and ensure timely payment to vendors</p><p>Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation</p><p>Assist with resolving billing discrepancies and vendor inquiries</p><p>Support month-end and year-end close activities</p><p>Prepare and file check runs</p><p>Perform monthly vendor reconciliations</p><p>Post daily charge batches</p><p>Print daily credit card batches from ETS</p><p>Input food and beverage inventory and verify pricing and item units at month-end</p><p>Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</p><p>Provide administrative support to the finance team on special projects and ad hoc tasks</p><p>Handle sensitive financial information with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism</p><p>Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller within the reasonable scope of the role</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel</p><p>High school diploma or equivalent required</p><p>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered</p><p><br></p><p>This is an onsite role in Pacific Palisades Monday - Friday. Typical hours are 6:30 - 3:30PM with some flexibility. Pay is $21-23/hr, based on experience. </p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a team in Santa Barbara, California in a Contract to Permanent position. This part-time role supports day-to-day accounting operations by handling financial records, assisting with payment activity, and helping maintain accurate account balances. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with both payables and receivables, has strong attention to detail, and can manage a steady flow of transactional work in a structured environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, assign accurate coding, and prepare payments in accordance with established timelines.</p><p>• Maintain accounts receivable records by posting incoming payments, tracking outstanding balances, and supporting collection efforts.</p><p>• Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies to help ensure reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Enter accounting data into QuickBooks and other internal records with a high level of accuracy and consistency.</p><p>• Coordinate payment-related tasks such as claim disbursements and wire transfers while following approval procedures.</p><p>• Review account information regularly to identify errors, resolve mismatches, and keep ledgers current.</p><p>• Assist with routine bookkeeping activities to support month-to-month accounting operations.</p><p>• Communicate with internal teams, vendors, and customers regarding billing questions, payment status, and account updates.</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a team in California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations with a strong focus on cash application, resident account maintenance, and administrative coordination. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling detailed financial records, communicating with clients and banking partners, and keeping documentation organized in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Apply incoming payments accurately, investigate unapplied funds, and ensure deposits are recorded in the appropriate accounts.<br>• Prepare and complete bank deposits while serving as the main point of contact for deposit-related banking questions, equipment concerns, and software issues.<br>• Resolve returned payments, reconcile cash collections such as laundry revenue, and keep account balances current and accurate.<br>• Review resident ledgers, explain account activity to clients with complex billing arrangements, and support timely account corrections.<br>• Complete monthly billing updates, post charge adjustments, and conduct collection outreach when follow-up is needed.<br>• Manage document scanning, electronic and physical filing, and records cleanup in accordance with established retention guidelines.<br>• Coordinate lease setup for new residents and process occupancy changes with accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Support the property management team with assigned projects and maintain insurance tracking records in spreadsheets and property management systems.<br>• Communicate with insurance carriers to confirm active coverage and verify compliance with management agreement requirements.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to join our team in California on a Contract to Permanent basis. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can guide day-to-day payables operations, strengthen vendor relationships, and keep financial processes accurate and timely. The position plays a key part in supporting monthly close activities, audit readiness, and consistent payment practices across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounts payable activity, ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded, and processed accurately within established timelines.</p><p>• Manage vendor account reconciliation by examining statements, addressing discrepancies, and resolving overdue items in a timely manner.</p><p>• Handle complex supplier concerns and escalated payment matters while fostering responsive, service-oriented vendor relationships.</p><p>• Support internal teams with accounts payable requests, including urgent payment needs, manual check coordination, and vendor-related issue resolution.</p><p>• Set up new suppliers in Oracle, maintain vendor records, and organize W-9 documentation while keeping existing tax information current.</p><p>• Process employee reimbursements and petty cash activity with close attention to policy compliance and proper documentation.</p><p>• Administer invoice and payment processing for assigned entities, including preparing check runs and coordinating ACH-related payment activity.</p><p>• Compile accounts payable accrual information for month-end close and partner with the Controller to provide documentation for annual audit requests.</p><p>• Evaluate existing workflows, recommend process improvements, and uphold strong internal controls that align with company and audit standards.</p><p>• Review payment timing and help organize check run schedules to support effective cash flow management and standard operating procedures.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee a manufacturing operation in Thousand Oaks, California. This role will guide core accounting activities across multiple entities, strengthen financial controls, and help ensure accurate and timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep technical accounting knowledge, and a track record of improving processes within a complex manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily shared services accounting activities, including payables, receivables, ledger oversight, and intercompany transactions across multiple business units.</p><p>• Lead monthly and annual close cycles by reviewing reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Safeguard the accuracy of financial data by monitoring general ledger activity and supporting the preparation of reliable financial statements.</p><p>• Improve accounting workflows by identifying inefficiencies, introducing automation where practical, and promoting consistent procedures across entities.</p><p>• Establish and track operational metrics and service expectations to measure team performance and support continuous improvement.</p><p>• Partner with audit teams and internal stakeholders to prepare documentation, address inquiries, and maintain compliance with accounting standards and policies.</p><p>• Work closely with finance, tax, procurement, operations, and IT teams to resolve accounting issues and support cross-functional initiatives.</p><p>• Contribute to system enhancements, upgrades, and integrations that affect accounting processes and reporting capabilities.</p><p>• Coach, develop, and assess accounting staff while building a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment</p>