Job Title: Staff Accountant Logistics: + On-site in Irvine (will only consider local candidates) + 6 months Contract-to-Hire + $31-36/hr. Job Description • Assist with monthly financial statements, reports, and records by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information. • Assist with financial budgets and forecasts updates, including modeling and supporting schedules. • Perform Balance Sheet account reconciliations, accrual calculations, and other related accounting documents/schedules. • Analyze and review general ledger accounts in preparation for month-end close and resolve any outstanding accounting issues, including open reconciling items, in a timely manner. • Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, analysis, accrual calculations, and other related accounting documents/schedules. • Understand/analyze Intercompany transactions. • Prepare bank reconciliations. • Prepare various sales reports and KPI reports. • Maintain fixed assets and depreciation calculations and analyses. • Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures. • Make certain all financial reporting deadlines are met. • Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close processes. • Contribute to department and organization special projects as assigned. Hard Skills + A minimum of 3 years of experience in a staff accountant role + Bachelor's Degree required + Knowledge of medium to large ERP system (use Microsoft Dynamics) + Advanced experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs required) + Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles + Knowledge of auditing practices and principles + Knowledge of Lease Accounting ASC 842 a plus + Experience and knowledge of M&A a plus Soft Skills + Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with high level of difficulty + Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment + Ability to be flexible and move project priorities as needs arise + Attention to detail and accuracy + Planning and organizing + Strategic and tactical thinking + Strong communication skills + Problem identification and analysis + Excellent teamwork skills Job Type This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s). Work Site This is a fully on-site position in Irvine, California. Work Environment Onsite; cubicles Team of 5 with the addition of this person 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.