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Aug 28, 2026

Full time

Accountant I/II (Payroll) Santa Clara Valley Water

$104,499 - $155,168 yearly

Santa Clara Valley Water District San Jose, CA

Description Accountant I: $104,499.20 - $133,744.00 Annually Accountant II: $121,201.60 - $155,168.00 Annually Overview: Are you an accounting professional who thrives on accuracy, deadlines, and keeping critical financial processes running smoothly? Join Valley Water as an Accountant I/II and play an important role in supporting payroll, account reconciliation, financial reporting, and general ledger activities that help keep the organization moving. The Accountant I/II performs professional accounting work in support of Valley Water’s centralized accounting operations, with an emphasis on payroll processing, account reconciliation, financial reporting, and general ledger activities. This position helps ensure that employee payroll, benefit deductions, retirement contributions, payments, journal entries, and related accounting records are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with applicable requirements. Our Commitment: We...

Aug 28, 2026

Full time

Assistant Director, Accounting Services (PC)

$124,831 - $176,383 yearly

Kern Community College District Porterville, CA

Basic Function Under the direction of the Director, Accounting Services or assigned supervisor, the Assistant Director, Accounting Services plans, organizes and manages an assigned college or major District-wide accounting program or set of accounts; provide supervision and guidance to assigned staff; perform a variety of complex financial transactions and reporting. Representative Duties 1.Supervise defined accounting functions at the District or College such as cash receipts, accounts payable, fixed assets, accounts receivable, general ledger, Enterprise, Bookstore and Foundation accounting and other record-keeping functions.2.Assist in establishing and implementing District accounting and financial policies pertaining to the functional areas supervised.3.Establish working procedures and processes for the functional accounting unit supervised.4.Interpret District accounting and financial policies.5.Oversee District Bidding process.6.Maintain in-depth technical and...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Payroll Specialist - Short Term Temporary

Kern Community College District Bakersfield, CA

Basic Function Under the direction of the Vice Chancellor, Human Resources, the Payroll Specialist performs a variety of complex technical tasks in the processing of employee payrolls at the District Office. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Payroll Specialist classification serves as a lead to other Payroll Technicians and performs the full range of payroll accounting, reporting, enters payroll information for assigned parts of the overall payroll for a College or the District Office. Representative Duties Prepare and process classified, academic and management (confidential) payrolls; provide guidance to other payroll personnel in the preparation of payroll input documents; respond to inquiries regarding technical procedures and use of Banner H/R. Establish schedule for transmitting direct deposit payments for wages to the bank; coordinate the distribution of payroll warrants; reconcile direct deposit account; and analyze account deposits and debits. Assemble,...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Plant Controller

$125,000 - $170,000 yearly

Robert Half Torrance, CA

We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to oversee and enhance the financial operations of our manufacturing facility in Torrance, California. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving strategic financial decisions, ensuring compliance, and maintaining strong internal controls. Your expertise in cost accounting and financial leadership will support the company's growth and operational excellence. Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation and presentation of monthly financial statements, annual budgets, and rolling forecasts. • Provide strategic insights through financial analysis to guide leadership in making informed decisions. • Review and interpret budget and financial reports, identifying trends and recommending actions to achieve business goals. • Manage cash flow and enforce robust financial controls to protect assets and maintain compliance with policies. • Coordinate and oversee financial audits, ensuring adherence to internal controls and...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Payroll Manager

$125,000 - $150,000 yearly

Robert Half Poway, CA

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a complex, multi-entity organization in Poway, California. This role will guide payroll execution, strengthen compliance practices, and build efficient processes that support a growing business. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of multi-state payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and payroll systems, along with the leadership skills to drive consistency and accuracy across the function. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end payroll activities for multiple entities and business lines, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule. • Create and refine payroll policies, internal controls, and standardized procedures to improve consistency across the organization. • Oversee prevailing wage administration and certified payroll reporting for public works and other contract-driven projects. • Monitor payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including California wage...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Payroll Administrator- San Diego

$83,600 - $108,100 yearly

General Dynamics NASSCO San Diego, CA

Payroll Administrator Date: May 9, 2026 Location: San Diego, CA, US, 92113 Company: National Steel and Shipbuilding Com Job Posting End Date: Until Filled Shift: 1st Security Clearance: No Clearance SUMMARY Supervises day to day activities and operations of the payroll department, providing supervision and training to lower level payroll staff. Ensures timeliness and accuracy of the weekly payroll. Assumes the responsibilities of the payroll supervisor in supervisor’s absence. Ensures that payroll processes are in compliance with State and Federal laws concerning employee pay as well as company policies and collective bargaining agreements. Responsible in the performance and productivity affecting payroll goals. Reports to the...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Cost Accountant

$115,000 - $145,000 yearly

Robert Half Oxnard, CA

We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Oxnard, California. This role is responsible for strengthening cost accounting practices, supporting accurate financial reporting, and helping maintain compliance within a manufacturing environment. The position also contributes to inventory and margin analysis, close activities, and ongoing process enhancements that improve operational and financial performance. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end and quarter-end accounting activities related to inventory, cost of sales, and revenue reporting, including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations. • Review product costing, standard costs, and manufacturing-related financial data to ensure accuracy and alignment with company policies and applicable accounting guidance. • Prepare and interpret gross margin and variance analyses to identify trends, explain performance results, and support business decisions. • Coordinate...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Controller

$180,000 - $200,000 yearly

Robert Half Emeryville, CA

We are looking for a Controller to support document-focused operations in Emeryville, California. This position is well suited for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing high volumes of records with accuracy. The role will play an important part in maintaining orderly documentation practices, ensuring materials are properly scanned, compiled, and controlled for business use. Responsibilities: Lead accounting operations, financial reporting, close processes, and internal controls. Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal grant regulations, and accounting standards. Partner across teams to maintain accurate, timely financial and government reporting. Oversee system upgrades and process improvements impacting accounting workflows. Develop and mentor accounting, revenue, and general ledger staff. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across locations. Manage external auditors, consultants, outsourcing partners, and tax...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Sr. Accountant

$130,000 - $150,000 yearly

Robert Half Berkeley, CA

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Berkeley, California. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing key close activities, and ensuring the integrity of general ledger transactions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage reconciliations and reporting deadlines effectively. Responsibilities: Lead month-end and year-end accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and variance analysis. Maintain accurate general ledger records, support audits, and help uphold accounting policies, controls, and reporting standards. Oversee cash management, bank reconciliations, cash flow tracking, and treasury-related activities. Manage invoicing and revenue recognition for contracts, grants, and service agreements while maintaining billing...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Controller

$180,000 - $200,000 yearly

Robert Half Berkeley, CA

We are looking for a detail-oriented Controller to support document-focused operations for a non-profit organization in Berkeley, California. This role is centered on maintaining accurate records, organizing high-volume files, and ensuring important materials are properly scanned, compiled, and controlled. The ideal candidate brings a methodical approach, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle sensitive documentation with care and precision. Responsibilities: Oversee accounting operations, including AP/AR, payroll, general ledger, cash management, fixed assets, and purchasing. Lead financial reporting, month-end/year-end close, fund accounting, and GAAP-compliant financial statements. Manage grant billing, revenue recognition, collections, and compliance with government funding requirements. Coordinate audits, tax filings, regulatory reporting, and maintain audit-ready financial records. Oversee cost allocation methods, indirect rates, and program cost...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Tax Staff - Public

$80,000 - $100,000 yearly

Robert Half Los Angeles, CA

We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Staff team member to join a public accounting team in California. This position supports a wide range of tax and client service activities, including return preparation, research, bookkeeping support, and financial statement preparation. The ideal candidate is committed to career growth, communicates effectively with colleagues and clients, and can manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and tax-exempt entities with a high level of accuracy and organization. • Assist clients with bookkeeping and accounting needs by maintaining records and supporting routine financial activities. • Draft internal-use financial statements for clients and help organize year-end financial information. • Research tax questions and provide well-supported findings in response to requests from clients, supervisors, or partners. • Review notices and other...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Assistant Controller

$80,000 - $100,000 yearly

Robert Half El Cajon, CA

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support the financial operations of a healthcare organization. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting specialist who can oversee core close activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute practical financial guidance to leadership. The position also offers the opportunity to guide accounting staff and help maintain a strong control environment across day-to-day operations. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle to ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting activities. • Prepare and evaluate financial statements, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting account analysis for reporting integrity. • Assist with external and internal audit activities, budgeting efforts, routine financial reporting, and oversight of cash-related processes. • Provide day-to-day leadership to accounting team members, including coaching, workload coordination, and...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Assistant Controller

$110,000 - $150,000 yearly

Robert Half Temecula, CA

We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support a broad range of accounting and financial activities for our organization in Temecula, California. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate records, producing timely financial information, and supporting compliance across payroll, tax, reporting, and operational finance functions. The role is designed for a detail-oriented individual who can build deep knowledge across the accounting department and grow into increased leadership responsibility over time. Responsibilities: • Oversee general ledger activity and help produce complete monthly financial statements with accuracy and timeliness. • Coordinate year-end schedules, supporting documentation, and audit materials for external tax preparation and financial statement review. • Monitor estimated tax obligations, submit required payments, and maintain supporting records for corporate tax compliance. • Administer fixed asset and depreciation records, including...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Grants Accountant

$72,000 - $93,000 yearly

Robert Half Banning, CA

We are looking for an experienced Grants Accountant to support financial oversight for grant-funded programs in California. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who understands regulated funding environments and can manage reporting, reconciliations, and close activities with accuracy. The role will work across budgeting, compliance, and general ledger functions to help maintain strong financial controls and reliable grant reporting. Responsibilities: • Manage accounting activity for grant-funded programs, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and align with applicable funding requirements. • Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger integrity, and support timely month-end close procedures. • Monitor grant budgets, track expenditures against approved funding, and assist with financial planning for current and upcoming awards. • Reconcile balance sheet and grant-related accounts, including bank reconciliations, to resolve discrepancies and...

California Military Department- FedTech T5/T32

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

FINANCIAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN (ACCELERATED HIRE)

$61,945 - $80,525 yearly

California Military Department- FedTech T5/T32 Rancho Cordova, CA

Federal Employment Opportunities with the California Military Department Are you looking for a rewarding career serving both the state and nation? The California Military Department offers unique and exciting federal employment opportunities through two distinct programs: Title 5 USC (Civilian Employee) and Title 32 USC (Dual-Status Technician). This FINANCIAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN (ACCELERATED HIRE) position, is located in the US Property and Fiscal Office (USP&FO) Comptroller Division, Financial Services Branch and is part of the CA USPFO Army. Duties THIS IS A T32 EXCEPTED SERVICE, INDEFINITE/PERMANENT/TEMPORARY POSITION NOT TO EXCEED 1 YEAR. Indefinite Positions: Selectee may be non-competitively converted to permanent status if/when funding becomes available or position becomes unencumbered. Temporary Positions: Selectee may be non-competitively extended up to 4 years if/when funding becomes available in accordance with CNG FPH 001. The primary purpose of the FINANCIAL...

Aug 26, 2026

Full time

Staff Accountant

$75,000 - $95,000 yearly

Robert Half Coronado, CA

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a service-focused organization in Coronado, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage recurring financial reporting, maintain accurate records, and contribute to budgeting and analytical work across multiple entities. The position also partners with internal teams on payables, receivables, compliance reporting, and financial review activities to help ensure timely and reliable accounting results. Responsibilities: • Produce monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple entities, ensuring completeness and accuracy in routine reporting. • Record period-end accruals, prepaid expense activity, and other adjusting entries needed to close each accounting cycle properly. • Post and examine journal entries while reconciling balance sheet accounts to maintain an accurate general ledger. • Contribute to the annual budgeting process and help assemble financial...

Aug 26, 2026

Full time

Accountant I/II - Payroll

$67,600 - $98,946 yearly

County of Riverside Riverside, CA

ABOUT THE POSITION The Auditor-Controller's Office in Riverside County seeks an Accountant I/II for its Payroll Unit located in Riverside, CA. The Payroll Division of the Auditor-Controller's Office is responsible for payroll processing, accounting, and reconciliations. The Division is comprised of the Payroll Operations Unit and the Accounting/Reconciliation Unit. The objective of the Payroll Operations Unit is to process payroll timely and accurately. The function of the Payroll Accounting/Reconciliation Unit is to remit payroll and report to state and federal agencies quarterly, reconcile the bi-weekly payrolls and maintain accurate records and reconciliations of all transactions relating to the payroll processes, and report all retirement earnings and contributions to CalPERS. The division’s primary mission is to timely and accurately pay over 26,000 County employees bi-weekly. In addition to ensuring accurate reporting of taxable earnings, withholdings, and...

Aug 24, 2026

Full time

Specialist, Accounting

$73,000 - $135,000 yearly

L3Harris Sacramento, CA

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title: Specialist, Cost Accounting Job Code: 40673 Job Location: Canoga Park, CA, Huntsville, AL, Melbourne, FL, or Sacramento, CA Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every...

Aug 08, 2026

Full time

AUDITOR-APPRAISER I Monterey County

$5,459 monthly

County of Monterey Salinas, CA

The Auditor-Appraiser series is found only in the Assessor's Office and is primarily oriented to business and personal property for tax assessment purposes. These positions conduct business audits, in addition to boat and aircraft appraisals. This job series is distinguished from the Appraiser series which is responsible for real property appraisals for tax assessment purposes. Auditor-Appraiser I is the entry-level classification in the series, learning to perform the more simple auditing and appraisal of business and personal property, while gaining the skill to perform the more complex independent appraisals and audits. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to...

Aug 05, 2026

Full time

JC-527424 - Instructor Registration & Certification Analyst II- Sacramento

$6,031 - $7,547 monthly

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Hybrid (Sacramento, CA)

Analyst Series California State Personnel Board Specification Schem Code Class Code Classification Title Probation Period JY20 5157 Analyst I 12 Months JY35 5393 Analyst II 12 Months JY38 5402 Analyst III 12 Months JY39 5403 Analyst IV 12 Months SALARY INFORMATION DESCRIPTION OF SERIES This series specification describes professional classifications used throughout State civil service to perform a broad range of interdisciplinary activities consisting primarily of analytical,...

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