Robert Half is hiring: Director of Accounting in Los Angeles

Description Robert Half Management Resources is seeking an experienced Finance Director to deliver senior-level financial leadership and ensure operational continuity for nonprofit client. This remote, part-time contract opportunity (approximately 5-15 hours per week) involves overseeing essential financial management, compliance, and reporting responsibilities, as well as providing strategic guidance to the finance team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate steady leadership and a collaborative approach to foster stability and accuracy across all finance-related activities. Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the finance team as the interim senior finance leader, ensuring smooth operations and stability.
• Review and oversee monthly close processes, reconciliations, and reporting schedules to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
• Conduct monthly variance analyses and verify financial data for reasonableness and consistency.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements while maintaining effective internal controls.
• Provide oversight and guidance for the preparation and review of the annual Form 990.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, including the Chief Development Officer and Chief Operations Officer, to align financial operations with organizational goals.
• Offer support and mentorship to the finance team to promote retention and effective performance during the transition.
• Step in to manage daily transactions or operations, if required, to maintain continuity.
• Utilize NetSuite or similar systems to manage financial processes and reporting effectively.
• Monitor compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and grant reporting requirements.

Requirements - Extensive experience in nonprofit finance leadership roles, such as Director, Controller, or Head of Finance.

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, compliance regulations, and reporting standards.
• Proven expertise in preparing and reviewing Form 990 and non-government grant reports.
• Proficiency in using NetSuite or similar financial systems to manage operations.
• Demonstrated ability to support and lead teams through transitional periods.
• Collaborative and steady leadership style suited to maintaining stability and retention.
• Experience with month-end close processes and variance analysis.
• Ability to ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial operations.

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. 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 ( .