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Posted June 20, 2026
Robert Half

Senior Accountant (Contract)

Carlsbad, CA 92008, US Temporary
Compensation: $42 to $50 Hourly

A rapidly growing biotech company is seeking a Senior Accountant to support critical accounting initiatives during a period of expansion. This is an opportunity to gain exposure to executive leadership, work on impactful projects, and contribute to a company making meaningful advancements in healthcare and life sciences.

If you're looking for a role that goes beyond routine accounting and offers visibility, challenge, and career-building experience, this opportunity deserves a closer look.

What You'll Be Doing

Financial Reporting & Close Activities

  • Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes
  • Analyze financial statements and investigate variances
  • Maintain general ledger integrity and supporting schedules
  • Support financial reporting and management requests

Project-Based Accounting

  • Participate in process improvement initiatives
  • Assist with ERP optimization and accounting workflow enhancements
  • Support audit preparation and compliance reporting
  • Collaborate with cross-functional departments on special projects

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 4+ years of accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of GAAP
  • Experience with NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or similar ERP systems
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • CPA or public accounting experience highly preferred



Compensation

$42.00-$50.00 Hourly

About Us

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.

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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.

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