Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting, particularly in a project-based and manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting various financial processes within the company.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in the month-end close process, including preparation of journal entries and financial reconciliations.
• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure accurate cash reporting.
• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR) related to projects and manufacturing operations.
• Support project billing, ensuring accuracy and timely invoicing.
• Perform costing reclassifications and analysis at month end; evaluate and reconcile cost variances.
• Prepare and maintain month-end reconciliations related to inventory, projects, and manufacturing costs.
• Assist, guide, and act as a key accounting contact for the AP processor, particularly during month end.
• Collaborate with operations and project teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Process payroll for 45-50 employees utilizing the Justworks system.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a project-based and/or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with a medium-large ERP system.
• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally and with international teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with NetSuite ERP system is preferred.
• Personable and bubbly with strong communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various departments both verbally and in writing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Irvine, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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