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Accounting Specialist

Own the Numbers. Drive the Business.

Are you an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys wearing multiple hats? We're looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist who will play a critical role in keeping our financial operations running smoothly. From accounts payable and receivable to reconciliations, billing, and month-end close activities, you'll be a key contributor to the accuracy and integrity of our financial records.

If you enjoy solving problems, digging into details, and making an impact within a collaborative team, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring invoices, payments, and cash flow activities are processed accurately and on time.
• Maintain the General Ledger, prepare and post journal entries, and support accurate financial reporting.
• Perform account reconciliations, including bank and credit card reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist with billing, revenue recognition, and progress/FCO billing to ensure timely and accurate customer invoicing.
• Support month-end close by preparing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain financial data within the ERP system, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and proper categorization.
• Prepare invoice support packages and customer billing documentation.
• Process payroll-related journal entries and assist with job costing activities.
• Track purchase orders and support expense management processes.
• Participate in financial reporting, process improvements, and special accounting projects.

What We're Looking For

• 2 + years of accounting, bookkeeping, AP/AR, or related accounting experience.
• Understanding of accounting fundamentals, including journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems (Sage Intacct experience is a plus).
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas, lookups, and pivot tables preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Construction industry experience is a plus but not required.
• Associate degree preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a close-knit team where your contributions are highly visible.

Gain exposure to a broad range of accounting functions.

Develop valuable ERP, billing, and financial reporting experience.

Enjoy a dynamic role with opportunities to learn and grow.

If you're looking for an opportunity to expand your accounting experience while making a meaningful impact, apply today!

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anaheim, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Anaheim,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 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® Platinum Award 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.