Key Responsibilities Cash & Liquidity Management + Monitor and ensure accurate daily liquidity reporting + Manage cash forecasting, bank reconciliations, and payment processing through banking portals + Coordinate payment approvals with the Controller Close & Financial Reporting + Lead and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes + Prepare, review, and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses + Review work prepared by other accounting team members + Assist 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 updates + Partner with Financial Analysts on forecasting and variance analysis + Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and support special projects Controls, Compliance & Technical Accounting + Ensure compliance with internal controls over financial reporting + Assist with documenting, testing, and remediating internal controls + Research, document, and apply technical accounting guidance + Support internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules Operations & Process Improvement + Manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes + Identify, document, and implement process improvements + Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams on system enhancements + Partner with FP&A, Operations, Programs, and IT to support business need Additional Skills & Qualifications + CPA, CMA, or Master’s degree in Accounting preferred + Aerospace & Defense industry experience strongly preferred + Familiarity with DCAA, FAR, and cost accounting / cost pool allocations + Experience in prototyping or rapid development environments + Proficiency 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 Pulled from the full job description Pet insurance Health insurance 401(k) matching Paid time off Vision insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Wellness 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. 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.