Description We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in Signal Hill, California. This role is essential to ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance, and providing strategic insights to support construction projects. As a senior-level accounting expert, you will play a key role in overseeing financial operations and collaborating with various departments to drive organizational success. Responsibilities: • Manage financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. • Oversee budgeting and forecasting activities to support construction project planning. • Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard company assets. • Supervise reconciliations, including bank accounts and intercompany transactions. • Coordinate licensing and compliance requirements within the construction industry. • Lead consolidation efforts for financial statements across multiple entities. • Collaborate with tax professionals to prepare and file necessary documents. • Facilitate quarterly reporting to senior management and stakeholders. • Utilize accounting software systems such as Sage 100 to streamline financial operations. • Provide guidance and support to the accounting team in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and job costing. For confidential consideration, please apply directly with your resume or call Allysa at (310) 719-1400. If you are already working with a recruiter from Robert Half, please contact him or her directly to expedite your candidacy for this role. Requirements • Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably within the construction industry. • Expertise in accounting functions, including general ledger management and month-end close processes. • Proficiency with accounting software systems, particularly Sage 100. • Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, including job cost and project accounting. • Experience in auditing, compliance, and fixed asset accounting. • Ability to manage bank reconciliations and intercompany transactions effectively. • Excellent organizational and communication skills to collaborate across departments. • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification is a plus. 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. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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) .