Job Title: Staff Accountant Contractor Job Description We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Staff Accountant Contractor to support our finance and accounting team on a contractual basis, approximately 30-40 hours per week. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The Staff Accountant Contractor will play a key role in maintaining day-to-day activity, cost accounting, and supporting month-end close activities. Responsibilities + Cost accounting, including familiarity with standard cost systems, BOM set up, and variance analysis. + Fixed Asset management. + Perform monthly account reconciliations and monthly journal entries. + Support day-to-day operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and production accounting. + Support year-end financial audit; provide documents and support to external auditors as requested. Essential Skills + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. + Minimum of 5 years experience as a Staff Accountant or similar role. + Proficiency in financial software (ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel. + Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls. + Experience with financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis. + Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to handle multiple priorities. + Strong written and verbal communication skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in Medical Devices or Manufacturing. Work Environment This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing company, with exposure to a collaborative team environment that emphasizes process improvement. The role is remote but requires the candidate to be local to Irvine, CA, and able to travel on-site occasionally if requested. The position reports to senior finance personnel and will support both the finance team and the Director of Finance. The initial schedule may be closer to 20-30 hours per week as the nuances of the role are figured out, but the expectation is to move to full-time as training progresses. Flexibility, a positive attitude, authenticity, strong integrity, and being a team player are essential to thrive in this environment. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00 • 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 hybrid position in Irvine,CA. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 25, 2024. 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.