Description We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Livingston, California. This role involves managing complex accounting tasks, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and supporting organizational budgetary processes. If you have a strong background in governmental accounting and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Maintain and analyze financial records to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies. • Develop, review, and implement budgets, assisting with planning and monitoring financial performance. • Prepare, audit, and reconcile financial reports, statements, and records for accuracy. • Manage general ledger accounts along with subsystems such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets. • Process journal entries and perform account reconciliations to ensure financial data integrity. • Train, supervise, and evaluate assigned personnel, providing mentorship and guidance. • Identify and resolve accounting and budgeting issues, offering solutions to improve efficiency. • Conduct special financial projects, prepare detailed reports, and assist external auditors during audits. • Utilize accounting software to generate reports and support financial analysis. • Provide support for payroll, purchasing, and inventory functions as needed. For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration. • Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience • Proficiency in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger management, and journal entries. • Strong skills in bank reconciliations and financial analysis. • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software such as Springbrook. • Ability to perform complex accounting tasks and prepare accurate financial reports. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead and train personnel. • Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail in auditing and reconciling accounts. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .