Accounting managers in the Salinas Valley, please check out this role! Our client is a major name in agriculture. They are looking for an Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join their organization in Watsonville, California on a W2 hourly consulting basis. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented accounting leader who can combine hands-on accounting expertise with team leadership. This is a fast-paced, high-volume setting (you won't be bored here!). The position will focus on cost accounting support and analytical review of general ledger accounting. If you have worked for an agriculture company (grower), then you will have a high likelihood of succeeding in this role. This role is 4 days/week onsite and 1 day remote. There may be a chance for overtime. There is also a chance this role goes beyond 4 months. If you are 100% available now, or wrapping up a contract (or perm job) in September, please apply today!

Responsibilities:

Support cost accounting activities by assessing reports, reconciling balances, and identifying issues that require follow-up or correction. Oversee balance sheet account activity and reconciliations to help ensure the integrity of monthly and ongoing financial reporting. Manage two direct reports. Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required. At least 5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing or agricultural company. Prior experience supervising or guiding at least one to two team members and providing work review and coaching. 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 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 and Privacy Notice .