Key Responsibilities

Cash & Liquidity Management

Monitor and ensure accurate daily liquidity reportingManage cash forecasting, bank reconciliations, and payment processing through banking portalsCoordinate payment approvals with the Controller

Close & Financial Reporting

Lead and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processesPrepare, review, and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysesReview work prepared by other accounting team membersAssist in the preparation of timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP

Planning, Forecasting & Analysis

Support annual and quarterly budgeting and forecasting, with monthly updatesPartner with Financial Analysts on forecasting and variance analysisPerform ad-hoc financial analysis and support special projects

Controls, Compliance & Technical Accounting

Ensure compliance with internal controls over financial reportingAssist with documenting, testing, and remediating internal controlsResearch, document, and apply technical accounting guidanceSupport internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules

Operations & Process Improvement

Manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processesIdentify, document, and implement process improvementsCollaborate with IT and cross-functional teams on system enhancementsPartner with FP&A, Operations, Programs, and IT to support business needAdditional Skills & QualificationsCPA, CMA, or Master’s degree in Accounting preferredAerospace & Defense industry experience strongly preferredFamiliarity with DCAA, FAR, and cost accounting / cost pool allocationsExperience in prototyping or rapid development environmentsProficiency with Power BI and Microsoft Office tools

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Los Alamitos, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Benefits\nPulled from the full job description\nPet insurance\nHealth insurance\n401(k) matching\nPaid time off\nVision insurance\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nWellness program

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Los Alamitos,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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