<p>We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to lead core financial operations for a manufacturing organization in Calabasas, California. This role will guide the accounting function, strengthen controls, and deliver timely, accurate reporting that supports business decisions. The position also oversees receivables, sales order support, and cross-functional financial processes while developing a high-performing team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct accounting operations across general ledger activities, receivables, and sales order support to ensure efficient day-to-day performance.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and develop a small accounting team while promoting accountability, precision, and continuous process enhancement.</p><p>• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal postings, account reviews, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.</p><p>• Establish and maintain a strong internal control environment so financial activity is recorded accurately and in line with company policy.</p><p>• Partner with corporate finance and accounting teams to support close cycles, regulatory reporting documentation, and technical accounting matters.</p><p>• Prepare recurring financial reporting packages with variance commentary, operational insights, KPI tracking, and supporting analyses.</p><p>• Demonstrated experience with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance, including designing, documenting, and testing internal controls; drafting and maintaining SOX narratives; and ensuring controls are properly aligned to and support the accuracy and completeness of the underlying process narratives.</p><p>• Create and refine accounting policies, control documentation, and standard procedures to improve consistency and compliance.</p><p>• Coordinate audit support for internal and external reviews, including materials related to financial reporting and control testing.</p><p>• Provide leadership over credit, collections, and the full accounts receivable lifecycle while helping ensure a strong customer experience through effective issue resolution.</p><p>• Oversee financial system administration for general ledger and accounts receivable modules and contribute to budgeting, forecasting, process improvement, and special projects.</p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a strong Tax Manager to support our non-profit client based in Los Angeles on a 3-6-month hybrid engagement. This role works closely with finance leadership, investment stakeholders, and external advisors to oversee tax compliance, reporting, and strategic guidance across a complex tax environment. The position offers the opportunity to lead tax operations, advise on investment-related matters, and strengthen processes that support accurate and timely reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation, review, and submission of nonprofit tax filings, including Form 990-PF, Form 990-T, and other required returns in partnership with external tax advisors.</p><p>• Direct state and local tax activities by managing property tax matters, nonprofit exemptions, sales and use tax obligations, and related indirect tax requirements.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with federal and multi-state tax rules, including registrations, filings, and ongoing regulatory obligations.</p><p>• Evaluate changes in tax legislation and provide practical guidance to leadership and internal teams on the impact to nonprofit operations and unrelated business income.</p><p>• Prepare and review tax provisions, deferred tax calculations, and financial statement disclosures while supporting period-end and year-end tax reporting.</p><p>• Provide tax oversight for endowment and investment activity, including analysis of K-1s and tax considerations tied to private equity and other investment structures.</p><p>• Serve as the main contact for tax audits, examinations, and authority inquiries, coordinating responses with internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and develop tax staff while promoting strong documentation, internal controls, and process improvements across tax operations.</p><p>• Partner with finance, legal, grants, operations, and other teams to deliver tax planning, compliance support, and clear guidance on complex issues.</p>
We are looking for a tax specialist to join a public accounting team in Santa Barbara, California. This position focuses on preparing a variety of tax returns, supporting accounting activities, and helping maintain accurate financial records for a diverse client base. The role offers the opportunity to work with businesses and high-net-worth individuals in a collaborative environment that values precision, client service, and continued career development.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare federal and related tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Examine client financial records and supporting documentation to identify missing information, resolve discrepancies, and support complete filings.<br>• Assist with accounting activities, including posting and refining journal entries as part of the month-end and year-end process.<br>• Use accounting and tax software such as QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, Sage, and CCH products to manage financial data and return preparation.<br>• Organize and maintain detailed workpapers that support tax positions and facilitate internal review procedures.<br>• Communicate with clients as needed to gather documents, clarify financial details, and follow up on outstanding items.<br>• Monitor tax work for compliance with current regulations and firm standards across multiple return types.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Fund Accountant to join our client in Santa Monica, California. This position plays a critical role in supporting the financial operations of investment vehicles, including pooled funds and separately managed accounts. In this role, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and investor communication in alignment with industry standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of month-end and year-end financial reports, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, expense reports, and vendor payments via checks and wire transfers.</p><p>• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate vendor files, including obtaining necessary documentation such as W-9 forms.</p><p>• Prepare and secure approval for capital calls and distribution notices for funds and related entities.</p><p>• Maintain and review schedules for capital movements within investment vehicles.</p><p>• Coordinate and review tax filings and audit documents for funds and special purpose entities.</p><p>• Process journal entries, review and post transactions, and reconcile general ledger accounts for management entities.</p><p>• Allocate and reconcile bank and credit card statements to ensure financial accuracy.</p><p>• Update marketing data quarterly by incorporating fund performance metrics.</p><p>• Provide support to the Controller for requests related to compliance examinations of separately managed accounts.</p>