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This role will serve as a strategic partner to production, sourcing, and executive leadership while ensuring strong internal controls and protecting margins in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.This position requires a hands-on leader who thrives in high transaction environments, understands global production cycles, and can connect operational activity to accurate financial reporting.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee full-cycle accounting operations, including AP, AR, GL, payroll, and financial reportingEnsure the accurate capture and reconciliation of high-volume transactions within a cloud-based accounting environmentLead month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, reconciliations, consolidations, and audit readinessManage inventory and cost accounting, including raw materials, labor, overhead, WIP, and finished goodsOwn relationships with lenders and financing partners, including factoring, A/R financing, and borrowing base reportingImplement and maintain controls to validate production cost data against actual expenditures and vendor invoicesMonitor and manage cash flow timing gaps between overseas production payments and domestic receivablesEnsure compliance with GAAP standards across multi-state and international operationsPartner cross-functionally with production, sourcing, logistics, and leadership to improve reporting, processes, and decision-making visibilityPrepare and deliver audit, lender, and compliance documentation accurately and on time BenefitsComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with company matchLife insurancePaid time offQualifications10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years within apparel or consumer goods manufacturingStrong knowledge of inventory accounting, production workflows, and in-transit inventoryProven experience in high-volume transaction environmentsProficiency with cloud-based accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online) and integrations with warehouse or 3PL systemsHands-on experience with factoring, A/R financing, and lender reportingAdvanced Excel capabilities (e.g., Pivot Tables, lookups, data transformation tools)Experience leading audit processes and working with external auditorsPrior leadership experience managing accounting teams in fast-paced environmentsMust be able to work onsite in the South BayRobert 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. 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