We are looking for a Payroll & Accounting Manager to lead payroll operations and support essential accounting activities in La Crescenta, California. This onsite position will play a central role in ensuring accurate semi-monthly payroll for a large, multi-location workforce while maintaining compliance with California labor requirements and payroll tax obligations. The role also contributes to month-end accounting, financial recordkeeping, and cross-functional coordination with HR, operations, and leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct semi-monthly payroll processing for a workforce of more than 600 employees across multiple locations, ensuring every pay cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Monitor payroll practices for compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, with particular attention to California wage and hour standards, sick leave rules, deductions, and garnishments.<br>• Investigate and resolve payroll variances by completing adjustments, correcting discrepancies, and administering final pay in accordance with applicable regulations.<br>• Manage quarterly and year-end payroll activities, including tax filings, reporting obligations, and W-2 preparation.<br>• Partner with HR and operations teams to apply employee updates such as hires, terminations, leave activity, and status changes to payroll records.<br>• Support the accounting function through journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and participation in month-end close activities.<br>• Contribute to oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes while helping maintain complete and accurate financial records.<br>• Assist with audit readiness, financial reporting, and coordination with outside accountants, auditors, and banking partners.<br>• Provide day-to-day guidance to payroll and accounting support staff, helping track priorities, maintain deadlines, and strengthen internal controls.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve payroll and accounting procedures, including effective use of systems such as ADP Workforce Now and related accounting platforms.
<p>We are looking for an experienced BSA/AML Auditor to support a Financial Services organization in Los Angeles, California. This is a Contract position for a detail-oriented compliance specialist who can produce daily for the anti-money laundering and bank secrecy compliance teams. The role focuses on reviewing compliance controls, assessing adherence to regulatory expectations, and helping strengthen oversight through thorough analysis and reporting. (This role will start 5 days onsite and relax to 3 days onsite within a month.)</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Transaction monitoring alerts, case investigations, and regulatory filings tied to BSA/AML and sanctions compliance activities.</p><p>• Evaluate compliance processes and controls to confirm alignment with internal standards and applicable regulatory obligations within a banking environment.</p><p>• Identify weaknesses, inconsistencies, and control gaps across compliance workflows, then document findings with practical recommendations for improvement.</p><p>• Prepare detailed audit and assessment reports that clearly summarize observations, risk themes, and corrective actions for business and compliance leadership including SAR reviews</p><p>• Analyze case documentation and supporting evidence to determine whether investigative decisions are complete, accurate, and supported by policy requirements.</p><p>• Partner with compliance and operational teams to communicate review results, deliver constructive feedback, and encourage ongoing process improvement.</p><p>• Track recurring issues and emerging risk patterns to help strengthen quality assurance methodologies and monitoring effectiveness.</p><p>• Support regulatory reporting reviews and related compliance testing activities to promote accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of submissions.</p>
We are seeking a hands-on Senior Business Systems Analyst to support a high-impact enterprise systems initiative centered on ADP WFN deployment and optimization, with integration touchpoints across NetSuite ERP and Concur. This is a fully remote, contract opportunity with strong potential to convert to a contract-to-permanent role. <br> This position is ideal for a systems detail oriented who thrives in a lean environment, can work independently, and is comfortable owning the full lifecycle of business systems work—from discovery and process mapping through configuration, testing, documentation, training, and go-live support. This is not a pure project management or oversight role; we are looking for someone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and execute. <br> Key Responsibilities Lead business systems analysis for the Concur deployment, including requirements gathering, current-state and future-state process mapping, and configuration validation against business requirements Own the overall test strategy and execution, including test plans, test scripts, UAT coordination, defect tracking and triage, and regression testing through go-live Produce and maintain critical project and operational documentation Support integration testing between Concur and NetSuite, as well ADP WFN Partner closely with IT and Finance stakeholders to translate business requirements into system configuration and validated test coverage Perform hands-on configuration work directly within supported systems Drive change management activities, including stakeholder support and end-user training Ensure systems and changes align with compliance, audit, and control requirements, including SOX-related considerations
<p>We are looking for an experienced Commercial Real Estate Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations for a commercial real estate organization in Beverly Hills, California. This role is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to oversee a high-performing team in an on-site environment. The Accounting Manager will play a central role in maintaining accurate financial reporting, managing close processes, and supporting business leadership with timely financial insights.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day property accounting activities and provide leadership to staff responsible for core financial operations.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial statements and ensure reporting is completed in accordance with applicable standards and company timelines.</p><p>• Manage the month-end close process, coordinating reconciliations, journal entries, and review procedures to support timely completion.</p><p>• Monitor general ledger activity and maintain strong internal controls across accounting functions.</p><p>• Partner with leadership to analyze financial results, explain variances, and support operational and strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Supervise audit preparation and serve as a key point of contact for external accountants and other financial stakeholders.</p><p>• Review cash flow activity, budgeting inputs, and financial performance to help maintain the organization’s fiscal health.</p><p>• Support accounting process improvements and guide the team through changes to reporting procedures or financial systems when needed.</p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a Los Angeles-based team in a 9+ month hybrid contract position covering a key leadership need. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can step into a dynamic accounting environment quickly, guide critical reporting activities, and keep essential financial operations running smoothly. The position will play a central role in close management, complex royalty and licensing oversight, e-commerce revenue accounting, and team leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes, including review of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.</p><p>• Lead the oversight of licensing and royalty accounting activities, ensuring partner reporting is complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Manage accounting for e-commerce transactions and apply revenue recognition guidance in alignment with ASC 606 and U.S. GAAP standards.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day supervision, coaching, and quality review for two accounting team members to maintain strong team performance.</p><p>• Work closely with cross-functional partners in operations, technology, and other business areas to support accurate transaction flow and financial reporting.</p><p>• Evaluate existing accounting workflows, recommend improvements, and reinforce internal controls to increase efficiency and reporting reliability.</p><p>• Perform financial analysis to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, and support informed business decisions.</p><p>• Contribute to ad hoc projects and priority initiatives while maintaining continuity across core accounting functions.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in California. This role will lead key close activities, support audit readiness, and strengthen the integrity of the general ledger across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are recorded accurately.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and other supporting schedules tied to the general ledger.<br>• Oversee reconciliation activities for multiple subsidiaries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Lead monthly and quarterly financial review procedures to help maintain accurate and reliable financial statements.<br>• Coordinate quarterly and annual audit support, including preparation of documentation and responses to auditor requests.<br>• Produce supplemental monthly and quarterly reporting schedules for management and financial reporting needs.<br>• Administer and monitor the chart of accounts to support consistency, accuracy, and reporting requirements.<br>• Guide, coach, and develop accounting team members while promoting accountability and focused growth.<br>• Partner with management across departments to address accounting issues, communicate results, and support business priorities.
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization in Torrance, California on a Contract basis. This role supports payroll and people operations by managing compensation data, maintaining accurate employee records, and delivering dependable reporting for internal stakeholders. The position is ideal for someone who brings strong payroll experience, sharp analytical skills, and a high level of discretion when handling sensitive employee information.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer payroll activities from data review through final validation to help ensure employees are paid correctly and on schedule.<br>• Maintain employee information in ADP Workforce Now and related digital files, including updates to compensation, status changes, and personal records.<br>• Investigate payroll variances, correct discrepancies, and coordinate with system support teams when technical issues affect payroll accuracy.<br>• Develop and update Excel-based trackers and reports to monitor payroll activity, HR metrics, and audit-ready records.<br>• Produce payroll summaries, data exports, and supporting documentation for leadership review and operational decision-making.<br>• Review onboarding paperwork for completeness and accuracy so new employee records and pay details are properly established.<br>• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, tax forms, deductions, and related HR matters in a clear and thorough manner.<br>• Support offboarding activities by coordinating final pay processing and preparing required benefits-related documentation.<br>• Assist with benefits administration by helping complete enrollments for new hires and qualifying life events within required timelines.<br>• Protect confidential payroll and personnel information while escalating material errors or concerns to People Operations leadership as needed.
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team on a Contract basis. In this role, you will help manage bi-weekly payroll activities in a fast-paced setting, ensuring pay is processed accurately and on time. The position is well suited for someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable working with payroll systems and reporting tools.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer bi-weekly payroll processing while meeting established deadlines and accuracy standards.<br>• Gather employee time records, verify entries for completeness, and address issues before payroll is finalized.<br>• Examine payroll information carefully to identify inconsistencies and coordinate corrections as needed.<br>• Prepare and review payroll-related reports, including journal reports, to support accurate recordkeeping.<br>• Maintain organized payroll documentation and uphold company policies and applicable procedures.<br>• Respond to payroll and timekeeping inquiries from employees and supervisors in a clear and timely manner.<br>• Support reconciliations, audits, and other payroll administrative tasks to ensure reliable payroll operations.<br>• Use payroll platforms and related tools effectively, with Munis experience considered an advantage.
We are looking for an experienced Project Accountant to support a mission-driven non-profit organization in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who can oversee complex program finances, coordinate multi-phase project activity, and maintain strong accountability across deadlines, compliance standards, and stakeholder expectations. The role requires a leader with strong attention to detail who can strengthen reporting, improve workflows, and provide dependable guidance across scholarship and funding-related operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full lifecycle of scholarship and funding programs, from initial setup and application preparation through award processing, renewals, and final closeout activities.<br>• Build and maintain comprehensive project plans that outline milestones, timelines, resource needs, dependencies, and budget considerations for multiple active programs.<br>• Act as a primary point of contact for donors, committee members, students, and partner institutions by delivering clear communication, timely updates, and dependable support.<br>• Monitor program risk and compliance requirements, evaluate exceptions, and provide practical recommendations that uphold policy, accuracy, and sound decision-making.<br>• Review existing workflows, identify operational gaps, and implement process enhancements that improve efficiency, service quality, and internal controls.<br>• Produce accurate financial and programmatic reporting by analyzing data, maintaining strong records, and translating results into useful dashboards and stakeholder updates.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align standards, support governance expectations, and promote consistent execution across scholarship-related initiatives.<br>• Train and mentor colleagues on best practices, reporting methods, and tools that support effective project and program administration.<br>• Support technology and reporting enhancements by helping modernize application, communication, and outcome-tracking processes where needed.
We are looking for a Revenue Accounting Manager to lead accounts receivable operations for a large, multi-location restaurant and catering organization in Torrance, California. This role oversees billing accuracy, cash application, revenue reporting, and collection performance while helping maintain strong financial controls across a complex operating environment. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in revenue accounting, team leadership, and process improvement, along with the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-moving business.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct day-to-day accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, cash posting, collections follow-up, and resolution of account discrepancies across a high-volume, multi-unit business.<br>• Manage and develop the AR team by setting priorities, monitoring performance, and supporting consistent execution of department goals and service standards.<br>• Review revenue-related transactions and reporting to ensure accurate recognition, timely recording, and alignment with applicable accounting guidance and company policies.<br>• Prepare and approve journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and other month-end close deliverables tied to receivables and revenue accounts.<br>• Analyze aging reports, collection trends, and outstanding balances to identify risks, improve cash flow, and recommend corrective actions.<br>• Build and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and financial analyses that provide insight into billing activity, revenue patterns, and account performance.<br>• Partner with finance, operations, and other internal teams to resolve billing issues, streamline workflows, and strengthen communication across locations.<br>• Support audit requests and control compliance by maintaining organized documentation, validating account activity, and reinforcing sound accounting practices.<br>• Identify opportunities for automation and operational improvement, including enhancements to systems, reporting, and reconciliation processes such as ERP-related workflow updates.<br>• Oversee complex account reviews and bank-related reconciliations to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely issue resolution.
<p>We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support the financial operations of a real estate firm and family office in Los Angeles, California. This permanent position works closely with the Senior Controller to oversee accounting across multiple entities and properties while ensuring reliable reporting and well-maintained records. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage confidential information in a hands-on, collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily accounting activities for real estate assets, family office entities, and related operating or investment companies in Los Angeles, California.</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to maintain accurate books and records.</p><p>• Drive month-end and year-end close activities by verifying completeness, resolving discrepancies, and delivering timely financial reporting.</p><p>• Maintain ledgers for multiple entities, including intercompany balances, allocations, and related transaction activity.</p><p>• Partner with the Senior Controller to refine accounting procedures, strengthen documentation, and keep standard operating processes current.</p><p>• Monitor budgets, cash flow, and financial variances, and provide management with clear reporting and analysis.</p><p>• Work with property managers, lenders, insurers, tax professionals, and other external partners to support ongoing accounting and reporting needs.</p><p>• Assist with property-related matters such as real estate transactions, tax documentation, insurance renewals, tenant reconciliations, and audit or tax workpapers.</p>
<p>Are you a meticulous and detail-oriented Senior Accountant? As a Senior Accountant, you will be in charge of financial statement preparation and consolidation, account analysis and reconciliations, cash flow analysis, budgets and forecasting, audit preparation, and internal control maintenance and regulatory reporting. Our positions offer great long-term potential and stellar compensation and benefits packages. </p><p><br></p><p>Financial Analysis:</p><p>· Conduct in-depth financial analysis to provide insights into the organization's financial performance.</p><p>· Analyze trends, variances, and key performance indicators to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>Month-End and Year-End Closing:</p><p>· Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes.</p><p>· Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>Financial Reporting:</p><p>· Prepare and present detailed financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>· Communicate financial results, trends, and forecasts to senior management.</p><p>Budgeting and Forecasting:</p><p>· Collaborate with management in the development and monitoring of budgets.</p><p>· Assist in the forecasting process, providing financial projections and insights.</p><p>Supervision and Training:</p><p>· Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff</p><p>· Provide guidance on complex accounting issues and ensure the accuracy of their work.</p><p>Compliance and Audits:</p><p>· Ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and regulatory requirements.</p><p>· Coordinate and support internal and external audits.</p><p>Process Improvement:</p><p>· Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements within the accounting department.</p><p>· Implement changes to enhance the overall effectiveness of financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please send your resume AND THEN call 626.463.2030 to schedule your interview.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant will play a critical role in supporting the accounting department by entering and analyzing financial data and preparing key reports. This is a temporary position expected to last approximately nine weeks.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Primary Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries, including payroll and revenue transactions.</li><li>Reconcile various general ledger accounts to ensure financial accuracy.</li><li>Analyze and prepare monthly financial statements for internal use.</li><li>Develop and complete supplemental schedules to be included in month-end reporting packages.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Position Overview</p><p>Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with a strong background supporting organizations that perform work under <strong>U.S. federal government contracts</strong>. This role requires hands-on experience with government contractor accounting regulations and compliance, including <strong>FAR/DFARS</strong>, <strong>DCAA</strong>, and preferably <strong>CAS</strong>. Candidates should have experience working for a <strong>defense contractor, aerospace company, engineering firm, or government services organization</strong> that contracts directly with the federal government.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</li><li>Ensure accounting practices comply with <strong>Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)</strong> and <strong>Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)</strong> requirements.</li><li>Support <strong>DCAA compliance</strong>, including accounting system adequacy, labor/timekeeping compliance, and incurred cost submissions.</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts while ensuring compliance with government contract accounting standards.</li><li>Assist with government audits and provide supporting documentation for DCAA and other regulatory agencies.</li><li>Work closely with finance and program teams to monitor contract costs, indirect rates, and project accounting.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports.</li><li>Review cost allocations and indirect rate calculations.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and strengthen internal controls.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support accounting operations for a portfolio of real estate assets in California. This is a contract position suited for someone who can manage financial records accurately, maintain strong control over reporting activities, and contribute to a smooth close process. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in property accounting, applies sound accrual-based accounting practices, and works effectively within Yardi to keep ledger activity current and reliable. The ideal candidate will have experience with rent rolls an CAM reconciliation. This role is onsite for 4-8 weeks while the company conducts a fulltime search. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Oversee day-to-day accounting activity for assigned properties, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial close tasks, including reconciliations, journal entries, and review of account activity to support accurate reporting.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger by analyzing balances, investigating discrepancies, and resolving variances across property accounts.</p><p>• Apply accrual accounting principles to recognize expenses and liabilities correctly within each reporting period.</p><p>• Use Yardi software to manage property-level accounting records, process financial data, and generate supporting reports.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts to confirm completeness and accuracy of financial information.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather documentation, clarify accounting issues, and support reporting requirements for the property portfolio.</p>
We are looking for a Property Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a real estate portfolio in Garden Grove, California. This permanent, on-site position combines core property accounting work with accounts receivable support, making it a strong fit for someone who is analytical, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities. The role will contribute to accurate financial reporting, account reconciliation, tenant account maintenance, and month-end activities while working closely with property management and vendors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Produce recurring financial reports for assigned properties and help maintain accurate month-end and balance sheet support schedules.<br>• Examine fixed asset activity to determine capitalization, retirement, depreciation, and amortization treatment in accordance with accounting records.<br>• Analyze lease documentation, rent rolls, straight-line rent activity, and tenant delinquency reports to ensure account accuracy.<br>• Reconcile property-related items such as taxes, insurance, common area maintenance, and other operating balances tied to each asset.<br>• Record journal entries for accruals, prepaid items, and other general ledger activity while helping keep financial data current and complete.<br>• Support budgeting efforts for properties and assist with the review of lease commissions, move-out asset disposals, and related accounting impacts.<br>• Review vendor invoices in the accounting system and help confirm charges are coded and approved appropriately.<br>• Apply tenant receipts, including check and electronic payments, and make account corrections through billing adjustments, charges, and credits when needed.<br>• Monitor accounts receivable aging, research short payments or unapplied cash, and coordinate with property managers to resolve outstanding tenant issues.
We are looking for a Property Accountant to support the financial operations of a real estate organization based in Irvine, California. This role works closely with finance leadership, internal accounting personnel, and external property management partners to maintain accurate records and strengthen day-to-day accounting processes. The position contributes to core functions such as reporting, reconciliations, budgeting support, and oversight of property-related transactions across a sizable portfolio.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare financial statements, maintain accounting records, and support routine accounting activities involving incoming and outgoing payments.<br>• Review ledger activity for completeness and accuracy, and perform reconciliations to resolve discrepancies in the general ledger.<br>• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and record any required adjusting entries in a timely manner.<br>• Monitor rent-related transactions, including statement review and resident ledger updates, to help ensure accurate property-level accounting.<br>• Coordinate accounting support for resident move-in and move-out activity, ensuring charges, credits, and account changes are properly recorded.<br>• Process and code invoices within designated accounts payable platforms and help manage timely payment workflows.<br>• Assist with budget support, financial analysis, and reporting deliverables required by leadership and external stakeholders.<br>• Contribute to audit preparation by organizing financial documentation and responding to requests related to accounting records.
We are looking for an experienced Property Accountant to support real estate accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in El Segundo, California. This role is well suited for a senior-level accounting specialist who can manage core financial activities with accuracy, maintain strong control over monthly reporting, and work effectively within a property management environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with Yardi platforms and can contribute immediately to day-to-day accounting functions while helping maintain continuity during ongoing system-related operational work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the full month-end close process for assigned properties, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules related to general ledger activity.<br>• Manage accrual-based accounting tasks and maintain reliable documentation for recurring and nonrecurring transactions.<br>• Perform CAM reconciliations and analyze property-level expenses to support accurate tenant recoveries and reporting.<br>• Monitor property financial statements, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with internal stakeholders.<br>• Utilize Yardi software, including Yardi Breeze, to record transactions, maintain accounting data, and generate reporting outputs.<br>• Support accounting activities connected to operational system updates, including work associated with the transition to Yardi Breeze as needed.
We are looking for a Senior Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations in Mira Loma, California and provide accurate, timely financial insight to business leaders. This role will guide the month-end close, strengthen reporting quality, and help shape a disciplined, scalable accounting environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to improve processes that support growth and sound decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, reconciliations, and financial transaction review to maintain accuracy and consistency.<br>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are prepared with precision.<br>• Produce and review financial statements, management reports, and operating analyses that support leadership planning and performance evaluation.<br>• Partner with executive stakeholders to enhance internal controls, refine accounting procedures, and elevate the reliability of financial data.<br>• Manage audit readiness by coordinating schedules, documentation, and responses for external audit requirements.<br>• Develop, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff, fostering a high-performing team with clear priorities and accountability.<br>• Oversee budgeting and forecasting support by translating financial activity into meaningful insights for operational and strategic planning.<br>• Identify and implement accounting automation opportunities and system enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Project Accountant to join a growing team in California. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to lead projects that improve accuracy, efficiency, and reporting quality. The position will play a key part in strengthening financial operations, supporting compliance, and partnering across departments to deliver well-managed accounting initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee project-based accounting activities from initial planning through completion, ensuring deadlines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination stay on track.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, maintain general ledger accuracy, and complete detailed account reconciliations to support reliable financial reporting.<br>• Lead efforts to enhance accounting workflows by introducing process improvements, automation opportunities, and clearly documented standard operating procedures.<br>• Support financial systems administration and related initiatives, including platform integrations, implementation support, and data validation or cleanup efforts.<br>• Manage treasury-related tasks such as cash forecasting, bank reconciliations, fund transfers between accounts, and wire transaction processing.<br>• Contribute to internal control compliance by assisting with audit readiness, required documentation, and regulatory obligations such as escheatment and insurance-related support.<br>• Develop and maintain advanced Excel-based reports, analyze financial trends, and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and reporting visibility.<br>• Partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to coordinate third-party tools, maintain provider records, and assess service effectiveness.<br>• Collaborate with accounting and business teams to protect financial data integrity and ensure consistent execution across multiple concurrent projects.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Staff Accountant to join a food distribution organization in Ontario, California on a Contract basis. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely close activities, and strengthening the reliability of reporting across a high-volume business. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams while helping improve accounting processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead critical close-cycle activities by preparing and recording journal entries, accruals, recurring entries, and account reclassifications to ensure accurate monthly and annual reporting.</p><p>• Complete detailed balance sheet and bank reconciliations, investigate variances or exceptions, and resolve outstanding items within established deadlines.</p><p>• Review general ledger activity and financial fluctuations across reporting periods, then summarize issues and recommended adjustments for management.</p><p>• Monitor company card transactions to confirm proper support, coding, approvals, and period accuracy before recording activity in the ledger.</p><p>• Evaluate customer and vendor transactions, including receivable balances, credits, deductions, rebates, billbacks, and promotional program accounting.</p><p>• Support disbursement processing by coordinating vendor payments in line with approved schedules, documentation standards, and internal control requirements.</p><p>• Assist with inventory-related accounting by analyzing adjustments, cost movement, shrinkage, obsolete stock, and cut-off accuracy as needed.</p><p>• Prepare sales and use tax filings for applicable jurisdictions and maintain organized schedules to support reported amounts.</p><p>• Oversee assigned accounting work completed by offshore support resources, review output for quality and timeliness, and provide direction where needed.</p><p>• Contribute to audits, fixed asset and lease accounting activities, system implementation efforts, and other ad hoc financial projects or process improvement initiatives.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Jr Accountant / AP Accountant to join a nonprofit organization in Carson, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role supports day-to-day accounts payable operations while helping maintain accurate financial records, strong documentation practices, and timely processing across multiple departments. The position also contributes to reconciliations, journal entries, and audit support, making it a strong fit for someone who enjoys both transactional accounting and broader month-end responsibilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage high-volume, full-cycle accounts payable activities for multiple business units, ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded correctly, and processed on schedule.<br>• Maintain vendor records and supporting system data, including reviewing vendor setup information and confirming compliance with tax documentation requirements such as W-9 and 1099 forms.<br>• Coordinate payment processing by preparing checks, assembling required backup materials, and tracking outstanding or stale-dated checks for follow-up.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for departments and field teams on payables questions, reimbursement matters, petty cash documentation, and related issue resolution.<br>• Monitor sales tax records and support quarterly reporting by keeping payment-related tax information organized and up to date.<br>• Process corporate card activity, employee reimbursements, mileage, and petty cash requests while validating expense coding and obtaining missing details when needed.<br>• Prepare journal entries related to prepaid expenses, credit card activity, reallocations, accruals, and invoice reclassifications as part of monthly and year-end accounting cycles.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable aging and balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and help maintain accurate subsidiary ledger support.<br>• Assist with internal and external audit preparation by organizing accounts payable documentation and responding to requests in a timely manner.<br>• Provide cross-coverage for other accounts payable team members and support the Accounting Supervisor with additional accounting projects as assigned.