Finance Associate Jobs in California

Finance Associate jobs in California are among the most actively sourced in the country, with demand concentrated in financial services, technology, healthcare, and private equity across Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose. Large, established employers such as Wells Fargo, BlackRock, and Kaiser Permanente maintain significant California operations and hire finance associates at both entry and mid-career levels. The most in-demand specialties are financial planning and analysis, corporate treasury, and investment operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles56
Top employerGoodwin Procter LLP
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring26
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Sysco
Finance Associate
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Finance Associate
Sysco
Poway, California
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$21 - $31/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Gilead Sciences
Associate Director, Finance - G&A FP&A
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Associate Director, Finance - G&A FP&A
Gilead Sciences
Foster City, California
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
$182k - $236k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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AbbVie
Associate Director, Finance
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Associate Director, Finance
AbbVie
Irvine, California
Business Analysis
Business Operations
$142k - $269k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in accounting
10,000+

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L3Harris
Sr Associate, Program Finance
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Sr Associate, Program Finance
L3Harris
Carlsbad, California
Accounting
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$67k - $124k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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L3Harris
Sr Associate, Program Finance
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Sr Associate, Program Finance
L3Harris
San Diego, California
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel
$67k - $124k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Finance Associate Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
14 jobs
Los Angeles
6 jobs
Irvine
4 jobs
El Segundo
3 jobs
Santa Monica
3 jobs
San Jose
2 jobs
Stanford
2 jobs
Costa Mesa
2 jobs
Culver City
2 jobs

Finance Associate Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

Goodwin Procter LLP
Goodwin Procter LLP4 open roles
Together AI
Together AI3 open roles
Ramp
Ramp2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Food & Beverage
  • Renewable Energy
  • Media & Entertainment

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in finance associate jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related business field
  • Proficiency in Excel financial modeling and data analysis tools such as Tableau or Power BI
  • Experience with ERP platforms including SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite for financial reporting
  • Strong working knowledge of GAAP and California-specific corporate accounting standards
  • One to three years of experience in a finance, accounting, or analyst support role
  • Progress toward or completion of CFA, CPA, or CFP credential preferred by California employers

Finance Associate Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a finance associate in California?

Most finance associate roles in California require a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration. California does not mandate a state-issued license for the general finance associate role, but candidates pursuing securities-related work must pass FINRA exams administered through a registered firm. Earning a CFA, CPA, or CFP credential significantly strengthens your candidacy in California's competitive financial services and tech-sector markets.

Which companies hire finance associates in California?

Employers hiring finance associates in California right now include Goodwin Procter LLP, Together AI, and Ramp, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of global technology headquarters, major bank regional offices, and large healthcare systems means finance associate hiring is distributed across a wide range of industries beyond traditional financial services.

Which California cities have the most finance associate jobs?

The California cities with the most finance associate openings are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Irvine. San Francisco and Los Angeles anchor the distribution because of their dense concentrations of investment firms, corporate headquarters, and large regional bank offices, while San Jose draws demand from Silicon Valley technology companies that maintain substantial in-house finance teams.

Are there remote finance associate jobs in California?

Yes, and more than many comparable roles. Finance associate work is largely desk-based and analytical, which makes it well suited to remote arrangements. About 57% of finance associate openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the flexibility many California tech and financial services employers have built into their finance functions. FP&A and financial reporting roles tend to be the most remote-eligible.

How can I get hired as a finance associate in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for financial analyst or junior finance associate roles at California's large corporate employers and healthcare systems, which run structured new-graduate programs. Wells Fargo, Kaiser Permanente, and California's major public universities hire entry-level finance staff directly from degree programs. Lateral moves from accounts payable, payroll, or audit support roles are a recognized path in. Completing an internship with a California-based firm and earning progress toward a CFA or CPA gives a first-time candidate a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to finance associate jobs in California?

You can find and apply to finance associate jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search for roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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