Staff Accountant

Job Title: Junior Staff Accountant Job Description A Construction and Engineering consulting firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area is looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team to manage full-cycle accounting. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can work independently and support various team functions. Responsibilities Perform manual bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations. Process payroll for biweekly, monthly, and quarterly employees. Maintain and update accounting records and files. Handle billing and collections. Process complicated AR invoices for client billing. Manage accounts payables. Log credit card entries and accounts payable for month-end journal entries. Essential Skills 3 years of experience in accounting (AP, AR, Payroll, General Ledger). Experience supporting the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction industry. Intermediate Microsoft Excel experience (pivot tables, vlookups). Additional Skills & Qualifications Familiarity with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) or the Procas system. Experience with industry-specific ERP systems. Associates or Bachelors in Accounting, Finance, or similar field. Work Environment Hybrid position in Oakland (Three Days On-site/2 Days WFH) with a growing AEC consulting firm. This role offers the chance to build out your own team and have ownership in a company partnering with government and civil projects. This is a 12-month contract-to-hire opportunity. 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 astoncarteraccommodationastoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodationastoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.