Patient Accounting/Finance Manager

Patient Accounting/Finance Manager Robert Half - 3.9 Gonzales, CA Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract $36.10 - $41.80 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Financial forecasting Financial close processing Staff supervision Preparation of internal financial performance reports Internal controls Grant management Financial data reconciliation Team supervision Accounts receivable management Managing budgets in an accounting role Leading financial planning External financial audit coordination Executive-level budget management Invoice payment processing Managing budgets in a finance role Financial records management GAAP Financial workflow efficiency improvements Financial regulatory audit coordination Managing accounting teams Overseeing payroll Financial strategy recommendations Accounting and finance experience Closing the books Financial performance measurement Financial compliance enhancement Financial forecasting analysis Senior level Legal compliance Leadership Full Job Description Our client is seeking an experienced finance leader to oversee municipal accounting operations and support sound fiscal decision-making for their team. This contract to hire opportunity is ideal for someone who can guide budgeting, reporting, compliance, and daily financial activities while partnering closely with leadership. The role offers the chance to strengthen financial processes, supervise accounting support staff, and help ensure accurate, transparent stewardship of public funds.

Responsibilities:

Lead the planning, development, and oversight of annual budgets, forecasts, and ongoing financial performance tracking across city functions. Prepare and distribute regular financial statements, revenue summaries, expenditure reports, and other fiscal analyses to support informed departmental and executive decisions. Manage core accounting activities, including general ledger reconciliation, month-end close processes, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, and utility billing coordination. Establish, refine, and monitor internal controls, fiscal procedures, and accounting practices to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations. Partner with city leadership to build annual budget projections, develop presentation materials, and communicate financial recommendations to the governing council. Coordinate audit preparation efforts, respond to state and federal audit inquiries, and work with external auditors to support successful financial and compliance reviews. Ensure timely year-end close activities and maintain reliable accounting records that align with generally accepted accounting principles and public sector requirements. Supervise and support accounting staff, including direct oversight of designated technical personnel, to promote accountability and high-quality financial operations. Demonstrated experience in finance or accounting leadership, preferably within a municipal, public sector, or similarly regulated environment. Strong working knowledge of budget management, forecasting, fund administration, and grant management practices. Hands-on experience with general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, monthly financial reporting, and month-end close activities. Understanding of internal controls, audit coordination, and compliance with applicable local, state, and federal financial requirements. Ability to interpret financial data clearly and present budget and performance information to leadership and stakeholders. Effective supervisory skills with the ability to guide staff, prioritize deadlines, and maintain accuracy across multiple finance functions. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .