Staff Accountant

Aston Carter • Concord, CA • 2h ago

Location: Concord, CA (WALKING DISTANCE FROM BART)

Hybrid Schedule (T-Thu in Office; M/F from Home)

Description

Seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Accounts Payable team. This role will focus on managing invoice entries and overseeing Travel & Expense (T&E) management, ensuring the accurate and timely posting of all transactions. Working closely with the Accounts Payable Manager, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations and contributing to the overall efficiency of the finance department. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounts payable, a solid understanding of invoice entry and travel and entertainment (T&E) processes, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Process and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system with accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with company policies.

Review and verify that invoices are appropriately approved and meet documentation standards.

Manage employee T&E reports, ensuring accuracy, policy compliance, and timely submission.

Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal teams as needed.

Maintain accurate records of invoices and T&E submissions to ensure compliance with audit and internal control requirements.

Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Controllership, FP&A) to address inquiries about invoice status, expenses, and discrepancies.

Assist in month-end and year-end closing, including AP reconciliations and T&E-related reporting.

Ensure timely employee reimbursement and resolve issues related to T&E submissions.

Identify opportunities to streamline AP processes and reduce errors.

Provide excellent service to employees and vendors regarding invoices, expenses, and payment statuses.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

3+ years of experience in General Accounting/Accounts Payable, Staff Accountant, T&E or related financial roles, focusing on invoice entry and processing.

Solid understanding of AP processes, including invoice verification.

Proficiency with AP and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, Ramp).

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP).

Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accuracy in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 hybrid position in Concord,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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