Accounting Assistant

Aerospace and defense company looking for an Accounting Clerk to support their team! Great opportunity for individuals who are looking to gain professional experience in accounting!

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, economics, or any other related field of study

Basic understanding of Excel functions

Strong understanding of debits and credits

Strong knowledge of GAAP

Job Description

This role involves assisting the accounting department directly by helping them complete daily tasks or indirectly by compiling information. The position requires a combination of administrative skills and accounting knowledge, including an understanding of financial concepts and accounting terminology. As an Accounting Assistant, you will drive collection efforts to resolve past-due accounts, support SOX controls, and improve operations processes that generate cash and working capital.

Responsibilities include :

Enter and code financial transactions appropriately.

Reconcile invoices received with departmental billings.

Issue invoices to customers based on services rendered and / or goods sold.

Make and track payments.

Track expenses as they relate to specific projects and jobs.

Validate invoices against items or services received.

Check all financial transactions for accuracy.

Key data into the company accounting system.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Corona, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.00 / 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 Corona,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.

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.

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.