Accounting Specialist

Robert Half • Fairfield, CA • 1d ago

Description We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support financial operations for a growing construction-focused organization in Fairfield, California. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening day-to-day accounting processes, and providing financial insight that supports business decisions. The person in this role will partner with leadership and operational teams to help keep projects financially organized, compliant, and on track.

Responsibilities:

Direct daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, billing, reconciliations, and payroll-related support to maintain accurate financial records.

Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports while helping ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of all supporting data.

Review project-level financial performance by tracking budgets, job costs, and margin trends across multiple active construction assignments.

Assist with audit preparation and tax support by organizing schedules, records, and documentation required for external review.

Work closely with project leaders and company management to deliver financial updates, cost visibility, and reporting that informs planning decisions.

Maintain oversight of construction-related administrative records such as insurance documentation, lien tracking, and claim support as needed.

Reconcile general ledger activity and investigate discrepancies to improve financial accuracy and consistency across reporting cycles.

Help strengthen office and accounting workflows by keeping records organized and supporting efficient financial operations in a fast-paced environment. Requirements - At least 3 years of accounting experience, including hands-on work in core accounting functions.

Practical experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and account reconciliation.

Ability to prepare and review financial data with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar systems.

Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Background in the construction industry is preferred, especially with project cost tracking or contractor-related accounting.

Comfortable collaborating with leadership, project teams, and external partners in an in-person work setting.

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.

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