Accountant

Aston Carter•Irvine, CA

15d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Aston Carter is seeking an Accountant for a contract position based in Irvine, CA. This role involves leading and participating in the month-end close process, preparing financial reconciliations, managing Accounts Receivable, performing costing analysis, and collaborating with international teams. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting experience, ERP system proficiency, excellent Excel skills, and a solid understanding of cost and project accounting.

Requirements

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
Solid understanding of cost accounting
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

Nice To Haves

Experience with project accounting and billing, preferred

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 located in Australia, particularly during month end
Collaborate with operations and project teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
Identify process improvement opportunities within accounting and close procedures