Assistant Project Accountant Jobs in Riverside, CA

Description
Key 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
Qualifications & Experience
• 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
• Experience with project accounting and billing, preferred
• 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
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 Aug 27, 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.
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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.