This firm specializing in architecture and engineering is looking for their next Jr. Project Accountant! While most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, they provide much more than that. They are committed to building a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership within their employees! If this company sounds like you, apply now!

Qualifications:

1+ year in project accounting OR project coordinator experience

Must have experience from architecture or engineering firm

Advanced experience in Excel functions including pivot tables and VLOOKUPS

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or any other related field of study preferred

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Jr. Project Accountant to join our dynamic team. This role involves managing billing processes, monitoring collections, and supporting project budgeting activities. The ideal candidate will collaborate with project teams to provide financial performance insights, maintain accurate contract records, and ensure alignment with departmental standards and contractual obligations.

Responsibilities:

Manage billing processes and monitor collections.Support project budgeting activities.Assist with accounts payable coding, timesheet entries, and expense report processing.Maintain accurate contract records, including fee structures and budget details.Collaborate with project teams to provide financial performance insights and resolve related issues.Ensure project accounting systems are aligned with departmental standards and contractual obligations.Support document management efforts, including filing in Project Wise and overseeing document control.Provide daily support to multiple project managers and team members.Draft contracts and amendments using company-approved templates.Track project deliverables and take meeting notes.Work independently to complete assigned tasks.Perform additional duties as required.

Essential Skills

Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.Understanding of Earned Value Management principles.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including attention to grammar and detail.Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced setting.Highly organized, self-driven, and detail-focused.Capable of handling sensitive and confidential information.Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, especially Word and Outlook.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $36.06/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 hybrid position in Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2025.

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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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