Accounting Manager Jobs in California

Accounting Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in technology, entertainment, healthcare, and professional services from entry-level accounting supervisors through senior managers overseeing multi-entity portfolios. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like Apple, Kaiser Permanente, and The Walt Disney Company, all of which maintain large finance organizations in the state. The most in-demand specialties include technical accounting and consolidations, revenue recognition under ASC 606, and close and reporting management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles708+
Top employerKPMG
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring93
Work type76% On-site
Top industryAccounting

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NewGen Administrative Services
Accounting Manager
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NewGen Administrative Services
Added 3d ago
Accounting Manager
NewGen Administrative Services
Montebello, California
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$95k - $135k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Meta
Accounting Manager
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Meta
Added 3d ago
Accounting Manager
Meta
Menlo Park, California
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Audit
Tax
$114k - $167k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Cadence Design Systems
Revenue Accounting Manager
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Cadence Design Systems
Added 3d ago
Revenue Accounting Manager
Cadence Design Systems
San Jose, California
Finance
Accounting
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Tax
Business Development
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$126k - $234k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Notion
Corporate Accounting Manager
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Notion
Added 4d ago
Corporate Accounting Manager
Notion
San Francisco, California
Finance
Accounting
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Tax
Project Management
$157k - $180k/yr
On-Site
None

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Amazon.com
Accounting Manager
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Amazon.com
Added 1w ago
Accounting Manager
Amazon.com
Hawthorne, California
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Tax
Audit
$95k - $163k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Accounting Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
141 jobs
Los Angeles
117 jobs
San Jose
47 jobs
San Diego
41 jobs
Irvine
37 jobs
Santa Clara
34 jobs
Sunnyvale
18 jobs
Sacramento
16 jobs
El Segundo
14 jobs

Accounting Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • KPMG
    KPMG80
  • SingerLewak LLP
    SingerLewak LLP17
  • WEAVER
    WEAVER17
  • BDO
    BDO14
  • CohnReznick
    CohnReznick13

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing218
  • Technology & Software158
  • Consulting & Professional Services99
  • Banking & Financial Services54
  • Electronics & Hardware31

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in accounting manager jobs across California.

  • CPA license issued or recognized by the California Board of Accountancy preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
  • Five or more years of progressive accounting experience including supervisory responsibility
  • Demonstrated experience with month-end close, consolidations, and financial statement preparation
  • Proficiency in enterprise ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or NetSuite
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience with technical accounting research

Accounting Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a accounting manager in California?

The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, then gaining several years of progressive experience in roles like senior accountant or accounting supervisor before stepping into management. While no state license is required to hold the title, most California employers strongly prefer or require a CPA credential issued or recognized by the California Board of Accountancy, which administers the Uniform CPA Examination in the state.

Which companies hire accounting managers in California?

Employers hiring accounting managers in California right now include KPMG, SingerLewak LLP, and WEAVER, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, entertainment studios, and large health systems means accounting manager openings appear across a broader range of industries here than in most other states.

Which California cities have the most accounting manager jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose have the most accounting manager openings in California. The distribution follows the state's major business hubs: the Bay Area is driven by technology and venture-backed companies, Los Angeles by entertainment, media, and healthcare, and San Diego by biotech and defense contractors, each of which maintains sizable in-house finance teams requiring experienced accounting management.

Are there remote accounting manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 24% of accounting manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how much of the role centers on financial systems, reporting, and analysis rather than physical presence. The most remote-friendly parts of the role are close management and consolidations, while positions that oversee accounts payable or payroll teams are more likely to require on-site time.

How can I get hired as a accounting manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving up through a staff or senior accountant role at a California company or regional public accounting firm, using that experience to build the close, reporting, and supervisory skills that managers need. Large California employers like Kaiser Permanente and technology firms in the Bay Area regularly hire new graduates into structured rotational finance programs that develop management-ready candidates. Earning or sitting for the CPA exam through the California Board of Accountancy gives candidates a clear credential edge when applying for their first management role.

Where can I find and apply to accounting manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to accounting manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and hiring metros. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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