Accounting Manager

Description Robert Half is recruiting for an interim Accounting Manager / Consultant for our client in the City Government and public sector industry. The interim Accounting Manager provides leadership and oversight of governmental accounting operations, with a strong emphasis on GASB compliance. This role manages accounting staff, supports audits and closings, and advises leadership on fiscal and regulatory matters. This opportunity will be located onsite in Downey, CA. Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise accounting staff
• Oversee payroll, budget monitoring, expenditures, and accounting systems
• Ensure compliance with GASB, federal, state, and local regulations
• Lead month‑end and year‑end close, including accruals and reconciliations
• Prepare and review financial statements, analyses, and reports
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities
• Develop and update accounting policies and procedures
• Support budget development, projections, and adjustments
• Serve as liaison with county, state, and other government agencies
• Provide fiscal guidance and training to departments and stakeholders Requirements
• 4+ years of accounting experience, including supervisory experience
• Prior experience in a city department, water district, school district, county, or other governmental entity
• Strong working knowledge of GASB standards
• Experience with governmental accounting systems and Excel -Prior government, city, water district or educational industry experience - must have Requirements
• Minimum of 4 years of detail-oriented accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Proven experience working with governmental entities, such as city departments, school districts, or water districts.
• Strong knowledge of GASB standards and governmental accounting practices.
• Proficiency in using governmental accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Expertise in month-end close, general ledger management, and account reconciliations.
• Familiarity with journal entries and financial statement audits.
• Ability to provide fiscal guidance and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to collaborate effectively across teams.

-Prior government, city, water district or educational industry experience - must have 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .